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amheretojudgeMay 6, 2019

Rogen and Theron are going hand-in-hand in a politically correct rom-com, it may not be the game changer, but it surely will sunny side up your weekend.

Long Shot Levine has always had the lexicon to portray any cinematic event into a workRogen and Theron are going hand-in-hand in a politically correct rom-com, it may not be the game changer, but it surely will sunny side up your weekend.

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Levine has always had the lexicon to portray any cinematic event into a work day. Usually, it asks for the other way around, but since Jonathan Levine, the director's, world is often pragmatic and deals with common issues, it pins the entire film into the ground to a more convincing state. And quirky as the concept may sound, the writers, Dan Sterling and Liz Hannah (especially) enroutes a passage with a single string and no breaks. This linearity in the narration not only doesn't detour or distract the viewers but also doesn't have time or space to branch out a gag.

Hence, surprisingly in a film like such, the gags are part of a narrative which makes the storytelling smart and to the point. A rom-com like such falls under the pressure to create a villainous misunderstanding or a lie or childishness among the lead couple in order to split them before the last act. And as much as textbook the structure of the film is, the chemistry between Seth Rogen and Charlize Theron is so genuine, that you find it impossible to pick out a flaw in their homemade dish.

And even at its cheesiest or obligatory part of the film, there is a certain amount of maturity that is handled verbally and not some huge antic that is shielded by an emotionally wrecked system or hot heads floating around the crown. Theron gets a stereotypical forcefully reserved character whose key is held by Rogen who frankly oozes much more warmth than she does in their controversial relationship. Another excellent choice to be shout out for, is the awareness of the expectancy of the viewers that is accounted in, this precarious yet strong relation is build up by the writers like a jenga game where you are waiting for it to collapse brutally and that very Long Shot of relying upon the sense of vulnerability helps her get elected.… Expand

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theredskyJun 17, 2019

Long Shot was a lot better than I thought it was going to be. I went into this film with low expectations and was expecting a very mediocre film. I was pleasantly surprised. Let’s get the negatives out of the way. The tone of this film isLong Shot was a lot better than I thought it was going to be. I went into this film with low expectations and was expecting a very mediocre film. I was pleasantly surprised. Let’s get the negatives out of the way. The tone of this film is severely inconsistent. There is a scene where Seth Rogen’s character and Charlize Theron’s character get attacked by a militia group and the scene goes from being serious to funny and to romantic and this happens within 3 minutes. Most of the movie is like this and it starts to get annoying. About 25% of the jokes were not funny at all and were just weird and the film starts to get a little too political in the second half. And now what are the positives of this film. Seth Rogen and Charlize Theron’s chemistry with each other is the single best part of this film. Both actors play off each other really well and it’s a lot of fun watching them act together. Most of the supporting cast does a fun job. I really liked Andy Serkis as the big media head. 75% of the jokes were actually pretty funny. I wasn’t expecting how funny they would be. I won’t spoil any of the jokes but the video at the end they show is extremely funny. The cinematography isn’t anything special. The plot is understandable and flows nicely from scene to scene. The dialogue is natural and doesn’t feel forced. The visuals are fine except for this one helicopter about halfway through the film. Overall, Long Shot provides a funny romance film with great chemistry between the lead actor and actress and extremely funny jokes while lacking a consistent tone. I give Long Shot a 6/10.… Expand

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hnestlyontheslyOct 7, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Earlier this week I read an article about how some people were so pissed at a 90 second sex scene in Long Shot that there was shouting at the premier from people who were psychically revolted by the idea of female orgasm without foreplay after a minute and a half. This obviously made me more curious about seeing the movie and I get the sense after having huddled with Wife that Long Shot may be a bit of a divisive film. In some ways, I’m inclined to say that the film was sort of the movie equivalent of a 90 second orgasm, which, depending on where you stand on that debate is either kind of disappointing and shameful for all parties involved or a modest and realistic depiction of some aspects of human desire in the second decade of the 2000s.

In some ways, I think that Long Shot is more a movie about people in their late 30s and early 40s dating one another. In that way, it’s a kind of interesting cultural artifact for understanding Generation Y as it enters into its “mid-life crisis” phase. I’m a little bit hard-pressed to think of the last time I watched a rom-com starring two people that were of that age. (After talking to Wife and Friends about this last night, they mentioned Juliet, Naked and, in fact, Rose Byrne and Chris O’Dowd are both exactly 39 years of age, and Ethan Hawke is 86.)

On the issue of divisiveness, I fall into the camp of labeling this film a pretty run-of-the-mill Fantasy-Fulfillment movie for schlubby males of a certain age. For me, it’s hard to see what kind of analogy for the real world is being set up by a successful career politician falling in love with an unemployed man-child with a penchant for emotional outbursts. At a certain point the scenario seems too specific to have applications to a realistic or sympathetic referent in our regular experiences. This is when Wife stopped me and said, “I think it’s supposed to be more of an opposites attract” movie, which kind of took me aback, because I was expecting her to have a more critical take. I said, “But why do the ‘opposites’ always have to be the same? Pretty, smart woman” and unemployed dumpster muppet? Which she allowed. But her initial impulse about the movie having a certain kind of charm has been echoed in some reviews, including at Slate.

“I liked the fact that the movie was about the lead up to her announcement rather than whether she would win the presidency,” Wife said. “It made it lower stakes.” Maybe it’s the case that the modest scope of the romance works in its favor, and likewise that the winter sequence’s relative brevity is excusable, maybe even preferable for what Long Shot was trying to do.

Jackson O’Shea is darling in this movie, by the way.

The soundtrack was a lot of fun, especially the moments created by a languorous and moody Moon River by Frank Ocean and Aretha Franklin’s rendition of Bridge Over Troubled Waters. The film kind of encourages musical jokes because so much of their conversation and their interactions in social situations has to do with music: discussing their favorite music, seeing pop idols from the 90s, listening to an iPhone in the backroom of a restaurant.… Expand

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MarkTwain22Jul 31, 2019

What a disappointment. Terrible script and direction. Not funny enough for a comedy, nor charming enough for a romance. I mean, the 'climax' of the story centers on a gross masturbation ripoff of 'Something About Mary'. Rogen is unfunny andWhat a disappointment. Terrible script and direction. Not funny enough for a comedy, nor charming enough for a romance. I mean, the 'climax' of the story centers on a gross masturbation ripoff of 'Something About Mary'. Rogen is unfunny and has the charisma of a potato. Theron is charming but does not have the comedic chops for this, and despite her charisma there is zero chemistry between them.… Expand

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JoeCoolAug 1, 2019

Funnier than I thought it would be. Rogen sorta funny, but a bit too political. Theron in full glamour mode, not really funny, but that's not really her thing, is it? Almost good, certainly not terribad, just okay.

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max1cJun 16, 2020

Just another racist propaganda film. Don't waste your time unless you're in love with soy.

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The3AcademySinsDec 11, 2019

Long Shot is tonally inconsistent, meandering, plodding, and makes a lot of incredibly cheap, uninspired, and unearned jokes. It would be a typical sub par rom com if it weren't for the unique and magnetic chemistry that Seth Rogen andLong Shot is tonally inconsistent, meandering, plodding, and makes a lot of incredibly cheap, uninspired, and unearned jokes. It would be a typical sub par rom com if it weren't for the unique and magnetic chemistry that Seth Rogen and Charlize Theron share on screen. The two actors are surprisingly charming together. Other than that, this film is incredibly run-of-the-mill.… Expand

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JLemonMar 12, 2020

One of the worst films ever made. It's nothing but leftist propaganda masquerading as entertainment. Of course given it stars and was written by Cuck Rogen that should not be surprising.

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ScottyMcd27Jan 16, 2020

Not funny. Remember when liberals were funny. I’m bored by the film. Your liberal message is no excuse for a bad movie.

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ElCuquito24Jul 19, 2019

Funny, exciting and refreshing. Good jokes, great message, even eye opening at times. Something with substance should always be welcome specially in this era of movies reboots.

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VernonMay 12, 2019

In general I am not a rom-com fan but my wife wanted to see for Mother's Day and so we saw it. It was very funny. It could have done with some of the cruder sight gags but for the most part the humor was intelligent and spot on. Rogen'sIn general I am not a rom-com fan but my wife wanted to see for Mother's Day and so we saw it. It was very funny. It could have done with some of the cruder sight gags but for the most part the humor was intelligent and spot on. Rogen's character more than leaned left so I am guessing most of the negative reviews comes from those viewers where this would be a problem. Stick with the critics reviews. The slapstick is okay but the commentary on our world today will keep you laughing throughout. (And unlike one of the individual reviews, the entire audience in our showing were laughing their heads off.… Expand

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BrianMcCriticMay 11, 2019

This film is my first surprise of the year it is great from start to finish. Not only Rogen and Theron but also the great supporting cast especially O'Shea Jackson were fantastic here. Also like it or not the way they dealt with this currentThis film is my first surprise of the year it is great from start to finish. Not only Rogen and Theron but also the great supporting cast especially O'Shea Jackson were fantastic here. Also like it or not the way they dealt with this current administration and his news network was spot on. Overall a low 9 an A.… Expand

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mseposMay 14, 2019

Much much funnier and better than expected. Rogan is funny, and although the movie theme has been done before, there are several laugh out loud moments. And...if you went to an R rated movie and then decided to write a review on the movieMuch much funnier and better than expected. Rogan is funny, and although the movie theme has been done before, there are several laugh out loud moments. And...if you went to an R rated movie and then decided to write a review on the movie slamming the language ....that is on you.… Expand

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swelleanorMay 12, 2019

This film made me smile more than it made me laugh out loud, but I smiled almost all the way through, and indeed smiled all the way home from the theater. The romance is very well done and I totally bought into it. The music and theThis film made me smile more than it made me laugh out loud, but I smiled almost all the way through, and indeed smiled all the way home from the theater. The romance is very well done and I totally bought into it. The music and the supporting characters were wonderful as well. I had a great time and wholeheartedly recommend giving this movie a shot.… Expand

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FrancisDGMay 15, 2019

Smarter and funnier comedy than I expected. A good job by the two main characters, I really loved this movie!!!

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AJGo85Jun 25, 2019

The summer movie season is a time of big budget special effects heavy superhero movies, action movies, sequels, remakes, and reboots, but, also, a high-profile comedy or two. This summer’s high-profile comedy is the very R-rated Long ShotThe summer movie season is a time of big budget special effects heavy superhero movies, action movies, sequels, remakes, and reboots, but, also, a high-profile comedy or two. This summer’s high-profile comedy is the very R-rated Long Shot starring Charlize Theron and Seth Rogen. This unlikely romantic comedy is as solidly entertaining and smart as it is funny and raunchy. Movies for grownups don’t get made too often these days, so when one comes along and it is as good and funny as this it is a treat. Charlize Theron plays Charlotte Field, the popular and successful Secretary of State for idiot President Chambers (Bob Odenkirk), who won the election because he used to play the president on TV. The President tells her that he’s not seeking reelection so he can pursue a film career and he plans to endorse her for president once she gets a global environmental agreement off the ground.

After being informed by a PR firm that people find her lacking a sense of humor, Charlotte hires a crusading journalist, Fred Flarsky, played by Seth Rogen, who recently quit his job because his news outlet was bought up by an unscrupulous conservative media conglomerate to punch up the humor in her speeches. Fred and Charlotte actually grew up in the same neighborhood and she was his babysitter who he very much had a crush on. They reconnect at a fundraiser featuring Boyz II Men where Rogen takes the first of a few slapstick tumbles. Schlubby Fred is jetted of to Stockholm, the first of many global destinations, bringing nothing with him but a garish windbreaker, awkward tapered cargo pants, and some illegal narcotics. He’s a fish out of water to say the least. Long Shot's screenplay is written by Dan Sterling and Liz Hannah and directed by Jonathan Levine. Seth Rogen is only credited as a producer, but any movie featuring Rogen, whether he wrote it or not, sets up certain comedic expectations. To be specific, an irreverent, raunchy, juvenile, foul mouthed, stoner sense of humor. That certainly describes Long Shot’s comedic sensibility, but its comedy is mostly verbal, though there is one gross out sight gag that the climax of the film hinges on (so be forewarned about that). All of the humor, even the gross out gag, is firmly rooted in the characters, so no joke or gag feels artificially tacked on for shock value

As Charlotte and Fred spend more and more time together so he can get to know her better to add more of her personality into her speeches, they begin an unlikely and entirely believable romance. "Long Shot" refers to Charlotte as a presidential candidate, but it also refers to Fred as a romantic partner for the beautiful high-profile politician. Rogen and Theron are an unlikely pair but they have great chemistry. Rogen delivers his signature clever slacker character and comedic style, but Theron is far and away the star of this picture. She’s done heavy drama, dark comedy, broad comedy, action, and now clever, raunchy comedy, and she’s done them all extremely well. Hopefully Long Shot doesn’t get lost in the shuffle of big budget summer blockbuster spectacles because it is definitely worth seeking out. This foul mouthed, big hearted romantic comedy is bound to delight.… Expand

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BritthMay 19, 2019

I was expecting a goofy and superficial movie. I was proven wrong! My boyfriend and I enjoyed the depth of the humor and the story line.

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WhiskyliverMar 11, 2020

Woke woke woke. The Jewish guy is best friends with a black guy, which churns up some lazy jokes at the expense of whites. The Jewish guy is an avid liberal who looks as such. He manages to woo the beautiful Theron to love him and she becomesWoke woke woke. The Jewish guy is best friends with a black guy, which churns up some lazy jokes at the expense of whites. The Jewish guy is an avid liberal who looks as such. He manages to woo the beautiful Theron to love him and she becomes the first woman president. Movie is brutal.… Expand

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MarkHReviewsMay 8, 2019

The rom-com is such a rigid, formulaic, stale genre - it’s little wonder so many of them offer so little. Living up to its name, “Long Shot” avoids the typical pitfalls.

In case you care, here’s the story: Charlotte Field (Charlize Theron)The rom-com is such a rigid, formulaic, stale genre - it’s little wonder so many of them offer so little. Living up to its name, “Long Shot” avoids the typical pitfalls.

In case you care, here’s the story: Charlotte Field (Charlize Theron) is the Secretary of State. When President Chambers (Bob Odenkirk) decides not to run for re-election, he intends to endorse her. Field’s handlers tell her she needs to be funnier; enter Fred Farsky (Seth Rogan) to “punch up” her formal addresses and stump speeches. As they travel across the globe, the unlikely pair fall in love. Field experiences a political crisis. Farsky has an embarrassing video misadventure that goes viral. Will circumstances tear the lovers apart? Is this a rhetorical question? Along the way, we are reminded of “Pretty Woman” with a dash of Kevin Kline’s “Dave” (1993). We’re also treated to innumerable, often gratuitious, f-bombs coming from all directions.

This film succeeds for three reasons. First, the directing and the screenplay are both first-rate. Director Jonathan Levine (2017’s Amy Schumer vehicle “Snatched”) shows a deft, confident, knowing touch throughout. Screenwriters Dan Sterling (whose TV work includes “The Office” and writing for Jon Stewart and Sara Silverman) and Liz Hannah (2017’s “The Post”) have created a story and dialogue that are fresh, topical and totally charming.

The second factor elevating this film is the onscreen chemistry. Theron and Rogan are magical together. They seem to genuinely enjoy each other’s company, creating a pairing that almost seems somewhat vaguely plausible. It’s so much fun, you don’t analyze it too much. There are also some excellent secondary performers. Both Odenkirk as the President (who desperately wants to make the transition from his former career in TV into movies – several characters agree that only George Clooney and Woody Harrelson have done it successfully) and Alexander Skarsgard (as Canadian PM James Steward) offer hilarious studies in quirky self-deprecation.

Third, this film soars because of the scoring. We’re treated to an actual concert by Boyz II Men as well as well-timed selections ranging from Aretha Franklin (“Bridge Over Troubled Waters”) to David Bowie, The Cure, Blondie, Springsteen and others. At key points, the whole show is elevated by the tunes in the background pulling it along.

If you’re looking for a searing analysis of the existential angst that is the human condition, go see this year’s “Cold War” (or, better yet, don’t). If you want something cool and surprisingly refreshing on a hot Spring afternoon, see this film. You’ll smile all the way home.… Expand

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solanodMay 28, 2019

Hilarious, must watch

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GreatMartinMay 17, 2019

1) Many years ago I was taught to leave logic at the door when I go to the movies.
2) Have you ever seen a couple that made you question how/why they ever got together?
3) Is there another woman, besides Julia Roberts, as beautiful to look at1) Many years ago I was taught to leave logic at the door when I go to the movies.
2) Have you ever seen a couple that made you question how/why they ever got together?
3) Is there another woman, besides Julia Roberts, as beautiful to look at in print and film as Charlize Theron?
4) In 2003 I said that if Theron didn't win the Oscar for "Monster" I was never going to the movies again--WHEW! She did!

Okay, now that I got that out of my system, let's talk about "Long Shot". Take away the 'F' word, a 'fluid' shot and a not quite nude sex scene and you have one of those delightful, romantic comedies of the past. Though there doesn't seem to be any chemistry between the leads Charlize Theron and Seth Rogen, his beard doesn't help, nor the fact that at the age of 16 she baby sat him at 13, they are both excellent players and Theron adding another genre in her performance here as a comediane.

The comedy lines work better than the romantic scenes but together it makes for a pleasing, charming movie. Supporting performances like those of Seth Rogan's best friend O'Shea Jackson Jr., or Theron's assistants Claude O'Doherty and Ravi Patel with Bob Odenkirk as the President of the United States all work well and know their way with the zingers supplied by screenwriters Dan Sterling and Paul Scheer. The direction by Jonathan Levine but could have cut the movie sharper to move it a little faster.

The only one I question in the movie is Alexander Skarsgard who in normal circumstances would have been Theorn's romantic interest but in this is just charmless, by design(?) or 100% miscast.

"Long Shot" isn't a classic but it is a lot of fun and you get to look at, admire and, maybe, be jealous of Charlize Theron for 2 hours! :O)… Expand

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moviemitch96May 5, 2019

Cute, albeit formulaic and predictable political rom-com. The main draw here is the charm and chemistry from Seth Rogen and Charlize Theron, and there are some funny moments to be had, but nothing too hilarious to me, and like I said, theCute, albeit formulaic and predictable political rom-com. The main draw here is the charm and chemistry from Seth Rogen and Charlize Theron, and there are some funny moments to be had, but nothing too hilarious to me, and like I said, the story felt played a bit safe and formulaic for the most part. Overall, if the "unlikely but not impossible" pairing of Rogen and Theron that the film's marketing has been employing is enough to intrigue you, you'll likely enjoy it for their fun performances and chemistry with one another, but other than that, it's nothing hilarious and for me proved mostly forgettable, remaining in the shadow of other rom-coms with all too similar tropes/situations.… Expand

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BHBarryMay 4, 2019

“Long Shot” stars Seth Rogen and Charlize Theron in this rom-com film written by Dan Sterling and Elizabeth Hanna and directed by Jonathan Levine. Although not a noteworthy effort on the part of any of the creative talent, and, despite some“Long Shot” stars Seth Rogen and Charlize Theron in this rom-com film written by Dan Sterling and Elizabeth Hanna and directed by Jonathan Levine. Although not a noteworthy effort on the part of any of the creative talent, and, despite some raunchy scenes, the film succeeds in holding the interest of the audience as it enjoys s

some funny lines and scenes. An unlikely pairing of Mr. Rogen and Ms.Theron fortunately does not stand in the way of this being a movie one can simply lean back and enjoy as it moves to its predictable and satisfying conclusion. I give the film a 7 rating for its simple aim is to please the viewer and, indeed, it does.… Expand

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GinaKMay 6, 2019

A pleasant rom-com about the making of a female president with two extremely enjoyable comic performances from Charlize Theron and Seth Rogen who remain a personable but odd couple to the end. No real satire, wit, or bite in the script, but IA pleasant rom-com about the making of a female president with two extremely enjoyable comic performances from Charlize Theron and Seth Rogen who remain a personable but odd couple to the end. No real satire, wit, or bite in the script, but I enjoyed the humor – and these days the lack of nastiness in a political film was a huge plus and a great escape from our current reality.… Expand

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bigeyesMay 7, 2019

Very disappointing. Though there were a few funny moments, it was not nearly as witty as I hoped it would be, and the pairing of these two is just so unbelievable as to be cringe-worthy. Theron is, of course, lovely and elegant and does aVery disappointing. Though there were a few funny moments, it was not nearly as witty as I hoped it would be, and the pairing of these two is just so unbelievable as to be cringe-worthy. Theron is, of course, lovely and elegant and does a decent job with her character. Rogen, however, is just icky...an annoying one-note shlub who is supposedly brilliant, but the little writing of his we hear consists of f-bombs and juvenile turns of phrase. There is no real chemistry between them and the implausibility of the situation ratchets up every ten minutes. I got so annoyed I almost walked out a few times--just stayed to see how it ended (rom com spoiler--happily!). The secondary characters of Bob Odenkirk's clueless president; Charlotte's aide Margaret, wonderfully played by June Diane Raphael; Andy Serkis as a snarky and sinister media magnate; and the good-looking but goofy PM of Canada, played by Alex Skaarsgard, more or less stole the show...but are not quite worth sitting through the movie for. If you can't stay away, just go with extremely well-managed expectations.… Expand

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Jk9785May 8, 2019

A surprisingly solid and hilarious film from the minds of Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg. Great performances from Rogen and Theron definitely do justice to a hilarious albeit uneven script.

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Lambo442May 3, 2019

This was a nice a film. Unashamedly progressive, which is cool because it doesn't try and subtly introduce it's politics with stealth. It wears everything on it's sleeve. Not like a Disney or Marvel film where everything is shoe horned inThis was a nice a film. Unashamedly progressive, which is cool because it doesn't try and subtly introduce it's politics with stealth. It wears everything on it's sleeve. Not like a Disney or Marvel film where everything is shoe horned in there to tick boxes with women, minorities etc. We need a film like this now, that bigs women up. If you're some whiney little gimp who doesn't have the spine to love the fairer sex because you can't get laid and would rather be hateful then it won't be for you. But if you're open minded and you appreciate gender equality and good humour, you'll have a blast… Expand

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1MoviemanMay 8, 2019

Why do the writers for this film think using foul words all the time in this film think that's funny. Now I just saw a preview of kids in their movie using the same words again! It must be a sign of the times.

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babynurseMay 7, 2019

Possibly the most boring, unfunny, uncreative crap I have ever seen. Same old jokes, nothing new, dumb foul dialogue, same old Trump bashing, women need to be president and need to be screwing all the time. No one was laughing in the audience

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glariMay 5, 2019

The lead actor's performance is less than or equal to a junior high or elementary school play quality. Some of the lines and scenes are less than sophomoric. The plot is somewhat plausible if it had a good leading male actor to balanceThe lead actor's performance is less than or equal to a junior high or elementary school play quality. Some of the lines and scenes are less than sophomoric. The plot is somewhat plausible if it had a good leading male actor to balance Charlize Theron's impeccable acting and beautiful looks. The male lead should pack it up and get another career that he might be at least good at. Some of the male leads humor and lines goes back to elementary school levels like 4-6th grade. Don't torture yourself by seeing this one.… Expand

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FelicityFenwickMay 6, 2019

Fun movie, dominated by the Secretary of Agriculture himself, Oshea Jackson Junior. When will he be the leading man in a film? The kid deserves it.

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tropicAcesMay 3, 2019

I typically really enjoy Rogen movies, and he, Theron and Jackson Jr. are all entertaining here, but this one is just ok. It clearly wants to piggyback off modern politics and media, with playful caricatures for Trump, Rupert Murdoch andI typically really enjoy Rogen movies, and he, Theron and Jackson Jr. are all entertaining here, but this one is just ok. It clearly wants to piggyback off modern politics and media, with playful caricatures for Trump, Rupert Murdoch and other figures, but it never finds the sweet spot of what genre it actually wants to be.… Expand

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eagleeyevikingAug 30, 2019

The stars have great chemistry, the jokes land more often than not, and the film has a pleasant vibe throughout. "Long Shot" takes an interesting premise and executes it rather well. The film feels very 2019 as well.

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pedvieAug 3, 2019

Ok, so this is a modern take on the RomCom. Similar formula in terms of plot, with some feminism, heavy swearing, crass sex scenes...but still the happy ending. Overall Seth's and Charlize's characters were charming and "somewhat"Ok, so this is a modern take on the RomCom. Similar formula in terms of plot, with some feminism, heavy swearing, crass sex scenes...but still the happy ending. Overall Seth's and Charlize's characters were charming and "somewhat" believable as lovers. ; ). In addition, as the backdrop to the story was politics, there was FINALLY a positive characterization of a Republican in this movie! Is Hollywood finally listening? Won't say who, but it was pretty great. Hope you all enjoy it.… Expand

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m15964Oct 5, 2019

If you just want to watch it cause of Charlize Theron, it maybe would be a good choice, but if you want to watch a comedy, unfortunately I have to tell you that it's not the one that you expect. Just rate it 5 because watching this movie withIf you just want to watch it cause of Charlize Theron, it maybe would be a good choice, but if you want to watch a comedy, unfortunately I have to tell you that it's not the one that you expect. Just rate it 5 because watching this movie with my friend was so refreshing.… Expand

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OibafOct 11, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Wanna have a US President like Charlize T.! The world would be a dream come true... Better fiction than reality, this movie makes people happier when they leave. The couple matches perfectly and the" round the world" romantic trip is exilarating.… Expand

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jholmanAug 4, 2019

Your typical Seth Rogen movie but it had a good story and plenty to laugh at.

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thegldtAug 7, 2019

Irresistible chemistry.

Seth Rogen and Charlize Theron exhibit chemistry that’s difficult to deny. Casting them as romantic leads in Long Shot was an unexpected choice. The confused response to their unlikely pairing is mirrored in the plot,Irresistible chemistry.

Seth Rogen and Charlize Theron exhibit chemistry that’s difficult to deny. Casting them as romantic leads in Long Shot was an unexpected choice. The confused response to their unlikely pairing is mirrored in the plot, which makes for a genuine, hilarious, and freshly entertaining story of forbidden love — even though the movie itself can feel contrived and idealistic at times.… Expand

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RickinAZMay 11, 2019

What a disappointment. Save your time and money; the best thing about this movie was the trailer. That is, unless you want to hear the F-word used in a movie script about 100 times in the first 30 minutes. Really, do the script writers notWhat a disappointment. Save your time and money; the best thing about this movie was the trailer. That is, unless you want to hear the F-word used in a movie script about 100 times in the first 30 minutes. Really, do the script writers not have more imagination than that? We walked out of the movie less than half way through.… Expand

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Daniel_EndureMay 5, 2019

Gladly walked out at the ninety-minute mark. Every scene/joke revolves around sex, drugs, and/or alcohol - If that's all your characters care about, what makes you think a non-trashy person (like myself) is gonna care about them?

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TrevorsViewMay 9, 2019

Here is a challenge: take a shot every time you see the word “submit” below:

America has had an… interesting history, one that’s reached the point of its people gladly watching a bunch of fictional superhumans rule space. The cinematic worldHere is a challenge: take a shot every time you see the word “submit” below:

America has had an… interesting history, one that’s reached the point of its people gladly watching a bunch of fictional superhumans rule space. The cinematic world responsible for that also tempts viewer submission into vulgar comedies like Long Shot, which celebrates all the negative characteristics the nation spends its time pondering over, including the wrong conclusions drawn out about what will solve our problems.

This hard-R romantic comedy has issues that start with its inability to relate the target audience well with the two leads. As much as the pothead journalist, Fred, spends time with the youngest Secretary of State, the awkward sexualization of her buffers down the depth of a flashback he has. In that flashback, Fred was thirteen, she was his sixteen-year-old babysitter, they kissed, his crotch popped, and there’s nothing else to analyze about these characters beyond that. Eventually this overly familiar rom-com style suddenly becomes an action genre, then quickly back again without fluidity, proving an inability to stay focused on a cinematic style. No, it doesn’t matter if there is a hilariously realistic sex scene between these two very different members of the political arena, the appeal to a mass audience needs to go beyond familiar tropes.

In fact, the crass nature promotes bad uneasy images to merely conclude without reason that a woman as the president will solve our problems. In truth, no leader, man or woman, can stop everything that goes on beneath our awareness, including a submissive cult depicted in this movie that forces its all-White-male members to get a Swastika tattoo. Fred finds himself wound up in that very predicament on a journalism project, and that scene honestly should have been cut out completely for its lack of any relevance to the plot. There’s even grosser depictions of inferiority that holds back proper screen time on details that matter, it’s said at one point that Fred is Democratic, and his apparently inferior Black friend Lance is Christian-Republican; nothing important to the plot there, just thrown in as an attack on anyone who isn’t White and Atheist. The same goes to the nine different countries this romantic couple travels to; none of them are positively represented.

To worsen matters, the nonsensical script unintentionally borders around Saturday Night Live territory. Between the places these two go visit, the governmental structure ignores reality as no sense of security submits necessary borders around them. The Secretary’s proposal of a Global Rehabilitation Initiative to springboard a 2020 campaign comes off more like a terrible Fox News skit than something discussed in-depth on Good Morning, America.

Now, it’s not all bad, because the humor mostly works; Fred drinking tequila out of a baggie is immediately identifiable. Also, right before entering the Secretary of State’s office, considerable time lingers on the emptying of his pockets to security. If nothing else about him, Fred’s loud windbreaker should imprint the memory even when he churns out speeches inspired by his new girlfriend’s youth. So, topped off by the hilarious way he manipulates his incomplete Swastika tattoo, the circumstances of tequila squeezed from agaves generate a great laugh.

As a plus, the cast while not amazing at least passes as average, particularly O'Shea Jackson Jr. who submits his acting talent as Fred’s best friend and keeps things from drowning. Meanwhile, Seth Rogen’s clumsy walking style contrasts Charlize Theron’s silly hand wave that proves how disorderly she really is. Together, these two misfits submit a fair attempt at political parody based on what relatively little was available by the direction and script.

Speaking of scripts, here is a real fast definition of America: “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of happiness.” (Declaration of Independence, 1776)

As much as Long Shot tries to honor tradition, many international films out there are still better at expanding the audience’s cultural horizons. Know that America’s name comes from Amerigo Vespucci, an Italian, which means since the very beginning, the United States remains White and male. Right now, looking at our cultural climate over the past three terms, orange became the new black, and boy became the new man. It would be wonderful to someday see a perfectly qualified Black lady rule from inside the oval office, but until that happens, please refrain from electing a drug-induced Charlize Theron who takes selecting her speechwriter so lightly.

Now, how are you? Feeling tipsy yet?… Expand

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bataguilaMay 6, 2019

No da risa, esta muy larga, es por momentos feministas, luego machista, nose decide la pelicula que bando tomar, y la historia es muy absurda

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phatandyMay 16, 2019

I laughed once. He's a great writer, but there's never any examples of it. They have zero chemistry.

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PamRossMay 23, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Too political I thought it would be funny. Waste of time. I figured there were some good characters so it must be good boy was I wrong. I rather get my gums scraped… Expand

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tammonsMay 26, 2019

Went to see this because of the ratings but disappointed I was..it had its funny parts but still not that good.. Could've been on Netflix..

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wILWilJun 9, 2019

Actually liked Seth in ‘Green Hornet’ & ‘Pineapple Express’. -In this latest flick ('Long Shot'), howbeit, I ‘ve relinquished any notion of Tom Cruise ‘reigning’ as Narcissism ‘s-top-dog --- what w/ Tom ‘s belaboured’, extended-scenesActually liked Seth in ‘Green Hornet’ & ‘Pineapple Express’. -In this latest flick ('Long Shot'), howbeit, I ‘ve relinquished any notion of Tom Cruise ‘reigning’ as Narcissism ‘s-top-dog --- what w/ Tom ‘s belaboured’, extended-scenes late-in-the-movie (MI #2, if I recall?) karate-moves --- wherein the bad guy is merely employed (BY Cruise) as a punching-bag --- …so we viewers can go home + 'dwell' on Cruise ‘s purported prowess + overall 'awesomeness'; not-to-mention his climbing-skills w/one hand right-from-the-start!
(***Self-Indulgence masquerading as 'reverse' self-indulgence):
In ‘Long Shot’, Rogen avails himself of the ‘underdog’ pretext early-on AND thruout --- a ‘tried’ trait ever-prevalent in cinema since Chaplin --- yet re-sets-the-‘Me-Me-Me' bar by subtending the plot w/ the premise that ONLY ‘he’ (a rebel ugly-duckling) will ever prove a ‘fling-target’ of accomplished women (in politics or elsewise); …whereupon even Canada 's PM turns out merely a ‘contemptible’ up-close (in comparison); if not utterly incompetent vis-à-vis Rogen ‘s hooded-nerd-cum-Tuxedo-clad Alpha-Male --- …all the while incorporating peripheral garbage (an assistant ‘s furtive fling, a ‘brother’ hooked on religion) simply so as to remind us he ‘s SO cool + ‘down’-w/-the-scene that any accomplished female ‘d be a fool NOT to desire him! –Likewise, introducing folks to cool drug-scenes & hangouts inasfar as only ‘he’ well-knows after-hour nooks & crannies, yet persisting on donning a cloak of 'meekness' withal!! ---Having 'conned’ an accomplished actress like ‘Theron’ into playing the lovesick-for-Rogen-alone fool (seeing as she ‘s a ‘tried’ thespian who can actually pull-it-off) simply serves so as to have us all ‘fall’ for this 'zany' yarn entailing a ‘miser’ who turns out presidential ‘Boy-Toy’ (…w/ White-House 'politics'-per-se devolving into a mere sub-plot thruout)! -Hey: I too can write my own plot, else imbue it w/ my own script-scenario~! -Yet I 'd wear the 'tuxedo' right-off-the-bat so 's folks can 'get over' any macho-ruggedness 'publicity' on-my-part; ...whereby the storyline can finally kick in --- rather than hoodwink unsuspecting viewers from-the-start!… Expand

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JLuis_001May 16, 2019

It's an odd couple? Yes, but they do have chemistry, yet there's nothing remarkable in it.
I mean it's funny for some moments and you obviously have to believe the **** the film builds in order to actually enjoy the story because I hate to beIt's an odd couple? Yes, but they do have chemistry, yet there's nothing remarkable in it.
I mean it's funny for some moments and you obviously have to believe the **** the film builds in order to actually enjoy the story because I hate to be the guy who puts it in that way, but c'mon, such a powerful woman with Charlize Theron's looks falling in love of a guy like Seth Rogen's character? Please.

It's a story that has been seen countless times before, yes even with men and while entertaining enough, it doesn't come up with anything new and it doesn't really bring something more interesting to the table of these genre.

It's just light comedy and romance. It might work for the weekend but if you're up for more substance you will have too look for something else.… Expand

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jackconradMay 24, 2019

Sadly, we walked out. It looked to have a cute story line -- a bit unlikely, but this is the movies, after all. But the language was a hill too high to climb. It might of helped if it had somehow added to the story, but sadly not a bit.Sadly, we walked out. It looked to have a cute story line -- a bit unlikely, but this is the movies, after all. But the language was a hill too high to climb. It might of helped if it had somehow added to the story, but sadly not a bit. After the 30th or 40th time of enduring the f-word, we gave up. So sad. The theater graciously gave us a generous refund.… Expand

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brien1969Jul 29, 2019

leftist crap. not funny. seth rogan has become a shill for the left. sickening

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AsaZimbabweAug 29, 2019

surprisingly great, really funny, rogen & theron have impressive chemistry...

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GrantD243Oct 8, 2019

Charlize Theron falling in love with Seth Rogen is not a very believable storyline, but that's kind of the point in Long Shot. The thing is, though, that's really all there is to it. Charlize is the Secretary of State and Seth eventuallyCharlize Theron falling in love with Seth Rogen is not a very believable storyline, but that's kind of the point in Long Shot. The thing is, though, that's really all there is to it. Charlize is the Secretary of State and Seth eventually becomes her speech writer (they know each other from middle school), and she falls in love with him. It is just a normal romantic comedy otherwise. It was a joy to watch but so are most average romantic films.… Expand

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Compi24May 21, 2019

"50/50" director Jonathan Levine continues his jaunt down studio comedy lane with "Long Shot," a film whose first and second halves may not exactly line up in terms of tone, but whose leads are just charismatic and likable enough to get you"50/50" director Jonathan Levine continues his jaunt down studio comedy lane with "Long Shot," a film whose first and second halves may not exactly line up in terms of tone, but whose leads are just charismatic and likable enough to get you through its excessive runtime. There's just a general watchability when it comes to Rogen and Theron's chemistry that pervades through even some of the slower parts of the plot, which does end up spreading itself too thin, to say the least. The humor works, though there are more than a handful of jokes that sort of fall out of the realm of "sophisticated political satire" and into the "2010's SNL skit" pool, ultimately hampering the overall comedic identity as a whole. Again, it's not perfect at all, but it is an effort of sorts.… Expand

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Q8MarrongGlaceJul 18, 2019

It's a Comedy but It isn't funny at least for me however there might be a very few moments I smiled a bit that's it , Its a kind of movies you have seen before nothing creative about it ,

Charlize Theron was my only reason to watch thisIt's a Comedy but It isn't funny at least for me however there might be a very few moments I smiled a bit that's it , Its a kind of movies you have seen before nothing creative about it ,

Charlize Theron was my only reason to watch this aside from all that high rating which I have no slightly idea why ! Well I have been fooled before by the high rating so its not new of first for me !!

I have seen way better comedy and way much funnier films I can't consider this one as of them ...

Hollywood again have added some adult parts here and there ((Check Parents Guide)) thinking that these kind of scenes people would like and laugh about and will consider it funny!

Bottom line:
If you are a Charlize Theron nor Seth Rogen fan you better watch it to kill some time otherwise I don't recommend to wast your time if have a chance to watch a much better movie… Expand

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DaveCritquesMay 17, 2019

Big fan of Theron and romantic comedies. She needs better material. What's happened to American humor? Devolved (like our politics) into crass even frat boy humor. Energy and vulgarity do not constitute humor. If the premise is to beBig fan of Theron and romantic comedies. She needs better material. What's happened to American humor? Devolved (like our politics) into crass even frat boy humor. Energy and vulgarity do not constitute humor. If the premise is to be believable, that she's Secretary of State and he's this sharp political writer, then need much more sophisticated witty cerebral and just plane more intelligent banter. For the most part, lame, run of the mill. Get more laughs watching Colbert of Graham Norton. Very disappointing.… Expand

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ChuckawallaMay 19, 2019

Adorable, fresh love story. Theron and Rogan each hit just the right note of vulnerability... This movie achieved the rarely successful portrait of the tenderness and Glee of falling in love and doesn't use tropes, melodrama, or emotionalAdorable, fresh love story. Theron and Rogan each hit just the right note of vulnerability... This movie achieved the rarely successful portrait of the tenderness and Glee of falling in love and doesn't use tropes, melodrama, or emotional manipulation on its audience. It's sincere and watchable. Touching and funny. I have no idea why some critics are calling it raunchy... It's not. It is thematically powerful in its politics and messages without hitting you over the head with an ethical mallet. It captures the relevant and exhausting issues that we can't believe some plague us to this day: environmental endangerment, racism, sexism, and corruption in an almost-simplistic way but it works, because it's a reflection of our climate in which the most simple and basic needs of Earth and common welfare are continuing to be undermined and exploited in the same maddeningly tiresome way as always. So it captures that. I can't say enough good things about this film. I'm amazed it's averaging 67 on metacritic-- I personally found it to be a triumph of a romantic comedy.… Expand

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Nobilis1984Mar 30, 2021

Two wonderful leading actors in a mediocre story which is for 2 hours too long. There are too much lengths.
Fortunately, the interaction of the main actor is perfect.

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bfoore90Jun 5, 2020

When Fred Flarsky (Seth Rogen) reunites with his first crush, one of the most influential women in the world, Charlotte Field (Charlize Theron), he charms her with his self-deprecating humor and his memories of her youthful idealism. As sheWhen Fred Flarsky (Seth Rogen) reunites with his first crush, one of the most influential women in the world, Charlotte Field (Charlize Theron), he charms her with his self-deprecating humor and his memories of her youthful idealism. As she prepares to make a run for the Presidency, Charlotte hires Fred as her speechwriter. A fish out of water on Charlotte's elite team, Fred is unprepared for her glamorous lifestyle in the limelight. Sparks fly as their unmistakable chemistry leads to a round-the-world romance and a series of unexpected and dangerous incidents. Long Shot is extremely funny, light-hearted and an all around great time. There is alot of good characters and Lol moments to be had here, Rogan and Theron share incredible chemistry and O'Shea Jackson Jr is extremely funny in a supporting role.… Expand

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zNeverSleepingOct 24, 2020

Meu repertorio no gênero é fraco, mas até então devo dizer que me pareceu diferente. Objetivamente, nem tanto. Mas como uma candidata a presidência...

Os personagens sã o bem desenvolvidos, e a justificativa para as dificuldades do mesmo eMeu repertorio no gênero é fraco, mas até então devo dizer que me pareceu diferente. Objetivamente, nem tanto. Mas como uma candidata a presidência...

Os personagens sã o bem desenvolvidos, e a justificativa para as dificuldades do mesmo e até o motivo pelo qual eles se conhecem melhor me pareceram bem convincentes. O cast tá muito bem, como de costume, com destaque aos protagonistas que tiveram uma química interessante. O timing cômico é bom, dando certo em vários momentos, e não deixando a "vergonha alheia no ar" quando não colava. Algumas posições politicas não me desceram, soando fora da realidade até pra essa obra, mas não me geraram um incomodo grande.

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Stream2BigScreeJan 28, 2020

Long Shot, right on point?

This week we have before you a review of “Long Shot” starring Seth Rogen and Charlize Theron. A true romantic comedy with millennial humor and socially relevant commentary. Will the odd couple be a match for you toLong Shot, right on point?

This week we have before you a review of “Long Shot” starring Seth Rogen and Charlize Theron. A true romantic comedy with millennial humor and socially relevant commentary. Will the odd couple be a match for you to see? Let’s find out.

Let’s get the bad points out of the way. The movie gets corny… BUT THAT’S WHAT YOU EXPECT FROM A ROMANTIC COMEDY! The movie is predictable… BUT WHAT ROMANTIC COMEDY ISN’T?! Seth Rogen is acting like himself… UH DUH WHAT DID YOU EXPECT?! With the obvious things out of the way, let us get to the positive notes.

Now for the positive notes: This movie is undoubtedly funny. I might even go as far as saying hilarious at times. I honestly can say that I laughed from the opening scene to the credits. The writers and actors executed the lines very well.

Speaking of actors, the cast did a very good job. The surprise delight character… O’shea Jackson Jr. He was the perfect compliment friend and character in this movie. Otherwise, Charlize Theron was quite captivating in her role. I found myself falling in love with her, respecting her and laughing at her character. Surprisingly, I think Charlize’s success in the movie is due to her great chemistry with Seth Rogen. Seth displayed some sincere acting ability throughout the movie. Yes, he was doing his normal crass stoner humor, but also displayed some solid range that I didn’t think I wanted to see in romantic comedy. This is a step up from his previous movie “Knocked Up”.

Long story short, this movie is actually very funny and will have you laughing throughout. This movie is perfect for a date night but I can understand if people don’t want to spend night time fare. DATE NIGHT FRESH POPCORN BOX or catch the matinee.… Expand

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MATMMar 5, 2022

I kept waiting for "Long Shot" to drop the ball, but it never did. Fun movie with lots of laughs. This might be the only time I enjoyed Seth Rogan in a movie, and he was terrific. I give it an A, make a point to go see this movie.