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amheretojudgeJun 29, 2018

cornered in its self-created pathos methodology..

Tag Starring : Ed Helms, Jeremy Renner, Jon Hamm, Isla Fisher, Annabelle Wallis and Jake Johnson. Screenwriter : Mark Steilen and Rob McKittrick. Director : Jeff Tomsic. 2 out of 5 Tag is acornered in its self-created pathos methodology..

Tag Starring : Ed Helms, Jeremy Renner, Jon Hamm, Isla Fisher, Annabelle Wallis and Jake Johnson. Screenwriter : Mark Steilen and Rob McKittrick. Director : Jeff Tomsic.

2 out of 5

Tag is a passionate plot driven feature that interprets a confused message as it never stabilizes itself on a definite purpose. An idea or a concept isn't everything there actually factors in a lot of other aspects, and this could be the fine example of it, for it doesn't have any single piece of art to be explored beyond its extracted mere idea. It is short on technical aspects like sound department, background score and editing.

The camera work in here seems ridiculous, stultifying, dull and unnecessarily goes into slow-motion phase; where the makers may think they can draw their laughs in, but it actually undermines the gravitas and intensity of the feature. The script is way too pretentious filled with cheesy monologues and forcibly added sketchy comic sequences that neither keeps it grounded nor goes completely fiction, ending up floating in the space meaningless. Jeff Tomsic; the director, needs a lot of work to go through its approach on executing the anticipated vision for it falls flat on face when it comes to even deliver a straight-up sensible conversation. It is poorly acted out by the star cast especially by Jeremy Renner who seems to have been enjoying a little too much to make sense at some points and on the other hand, Ed Helms and Isla Fisher are the only one's on track whilst Jon Hamm is surprisingly a disappointment (maybe it's not his forte).

Tag is cornered in it's self-created pathos methodology that it never comes out of it and unfortunately neither can it.… Expand

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4

MrMovieBuffJul 6, 2018

'Tag' was funny, at times, but then it got more and more over-the-top as the runtime carried on. The film, supposedly inspired by true events, follows the story of a group of friends - since childhood - who play an annual game of "tag" every'Tag' was funny, at times, but then it got more and more over-the-top as the runtime carried on. The film, supposedly inspired by true events, follows the story of a group of friends - since childhood - who play an annual game of "tag" every May. However, their one friend, played by Jeremy Renner, remains unbeaten, as for the some thirty years, he has not been tagged, and has always outrun these guys. The film stars; Ed Helms, Jeremy Renner, John Hamm, Jake Johnson and a whole all-star lead cast. They're surprisingly funny with the material they're given, but I couldn't find myself coming up with a reason as to why I should care about these characters. It's fascinating that this is all "inspired" by a true story, as it would take some proper commitment to constantly keep motivated to play tag for years and years every 11 months. The movie started out fine, but then just got too ridiculous, there is also some forced subplot revolving around a former high-school lover that the two main guys fell in love with, that just gets brought up out of nowhere and doesn't really have a proper conclusion. Just added as an attempt to make the characters interesting. Just like that time in 'Jurassic World' (2015) when the two kids talk about how their parents are getting divorced, but it's never mentioned again. If you want to develop character, have it affect their entire journey rather than use it in one or two scenes and leave us to fill in the gaps. 'Tag' is a good time, but overall, kind of forgettable.… Expand

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5

JLuis_001Jul 10, 2018

A gag that got out of control. Personally I think it would have been a good comic short film but a full feature film? what the **** were they thinking?

The faults of the film are shown very quickly and it's evident that the simplicity of theA gag that got out of control. Personally I think it would have been a good comic short film but a full feature film? what the **** were they thinking?

The faults of the film are shown very quickly and it's evident that the simplicity of the story is unable to keep things in place for such a long time yet the film ultimately works enough because of the cast. It's like what happened with Game Night, not the greatest comedy but the actors were great and funny, even though I think Game Night was better.

Tag is simple comedy, a real unpretentious and brainless comedy and for that reason I admire it a bit, but at this point of the game that's no longer enough and it hasn't been enough for a long, long time.

I watch 90% of all my films alone but I've gotta say this one is fine enough to watch it on a weekend with friends.

It's as forgettable as you can get but at least the laughs are genuine.… Expand

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6

LamontRaymondJun 15, 2018

Hannibal Buriss is clearly the funniest actor in this movie, though Isla Fisher is a close second. I would have actually preferred to see a documentary on the real group of dudes on whom the movie is based. The movie doesn't have enoughHannibal Buriss is clearly the funniest actor in this movie, though Isla Fisher is a close second. I would have actually preferred to see a documentary on the real group of dudes on whom the movie is based. The movie doesn't have enough substance to it. It's FAR from being in Wedding Crashers territory. But yes, you'll laugh and probably have a good time with it.… Expand

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tropicAcesJun 16, 2018

It starts out funny and has a great energy, but about 30 minutes in comes to a *screeching* halt. The film is at its best during the “tag” sequences, in which Renner steals the show, but all the filler really takes its toll, which is a shame...

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4

DavidWasHereJun 17, 2018

It was better than what I was expecting, but it still is another by-the-numbers comedy Hollywood is shoveling out. The premise is dumb but if it makes me laugh I can be alright with it. But this movie didn't make me laugh so the plot is dumb.It was better than what I was expecting, but it still is another by-the-numbers comedy Hollywood is shoveling out. The premise is dumb but if it makes me laugh I can be alright with it. But this movie didn't make me laugh so the plot is dumb. I mean if these guys are all friends and yet Jeremy Renner didn't invite them to his wedding because he's paranoid about being tagged, that's a pretty big red flag that they aren't that close or good friends. The cast overall is pretty great as Jon Hamm, Jeremy Renner, Ed Helms, Jake Johnson, and Hannibal Buress (who is way too good for this film but he steals every scene he is in because Hannibal Buress is that funny) have solid chemistry and the supporting cast does a good job as well, with the exception of Isla Fisher who comes off too forced in the film (although I blame the material she is given). Most of the jokes are hit or miss. Largely miss, but there are a few gems here and there, largely from Hannibal Buress. The movie is filled with a ton of filler plots that go absolutely nowhere, and sometimes they have no resolutions either. There is a part at the end where the movie tries for cheap sentimentality, which is A, not earned and comes right out of nowhere, and B, makes no sense when you really think about it. I don't really have much to say as it's just another blandly shot, blandly written comedy, that's only saving grace is Hannibal Buress, who is way too good for this movie!… Expand

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thedaywalkerJul 8, 2018

This is a nice movie, about friendship and keeping your inner child after growing up. I really enjoyed some scenes, for a moment, the movie didn't take itself seriously, and it made it for some really enjoyable moments. Until the end, whereThis is a nice movie, about friendship and keeping your inner child after growing up. I really enjoyed some scenes, for a moment, the movie didn't take itself seriously, and it made it for some really enjoyable moments. Until the end, where it gets too serious, there's a HUGE bomb dropped about one of the main characters that comes out of nowhere and then disappears the same way it got.

The tag sequences where they are all trying to tag Jerry (Jeremy Renner) are the best scenes there, but there are parts of the dialogue with really unnecessary and just unlaughable jokes. Rebecca (Annabelle Wallis) is just a character who is used for exposition which was really poorly done.

In summary, it is a nice movie, that shows how friendships can survive the test of time. How adults should always keep hold of their inner child, even if it's just a small part.… Expand

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6

GrantD243Jun 24, 2018

The story of Tag follows a group of friends who have played tag one month out of the year for the past 30 years, and one of the friends has never been tagged. That's basically all you need to know going in. Tag is a fun, but inconsistentThe story of Tag follows a group of friends who have played tag one month out of the year for the past 30 years, and one of the friends has never been tagged. That's basically all you need to know going in. Tag is a fun, but inconsistent comedy. The jokes that land are damn funny, and the ones that don't are pretty bad. The story also suffers from being inconsistent. For the first half, I was all in. It was a fun story with some solid (well, most of the time) comedy. Then we get to the second half of the film and it starts to lose some steam. The story continues moving on but a lot of it starts to feel repetitive and frankly some of the second half is just kind of boring. However, it did bring back the fun at the very end which led to a satisfying ending. Overall, Tag is a fun comedy to watch on a free night or if you're looking for a few chuckles. I wouldn't mark it as a "must watch", though.… Expand

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TVJerryJun 21, 2018

Since childhood, 5 long-time buddies (including Jon Hamm, Ed Helms & Hannibal Buress) play the titular game for one month every year. One of them (Jeremy Renner) is getting married, so they're out to ruin his lifetime record of never beingSince childhood, 5 long-time buddies (including Jon Hamm, Ed Helms & Hannibal Buress) play the titular game for one month every year. One of them (Jeremy Renner) is getting married, so they're out to ruin his lifetime record of never being "it." This is basically an excuse for lots of running around and broad physical gags. The characters all have distinct, but not especially wacky personalities (with Isla Fisher providing the most fun). Some of their comments are humorous, but nothing is especially hilarious. It's energetic and amusing, but not a riot of laughter. NOTE: See the gang that inspired this film at the end and hear the current cast sing a song during the credits (with a minor punch line).… Expand

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5

Vitor007Sep 12, 2018

With little to offer, "Tag" convinces us only in its conclusion. The film becomes a bit slow at some points, having a script without a good "explanation". Despite everything, their performances are not equal to the level in which the filmWith little to offer, "Tag" convinces us only in its conclusion. The film becomes a bit slow at some points, having a script without a good "explanation". Despite everything, their performances are not equal to the level in which the film unfolds. 5.6/10… Expand

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LegendaryLassDec 14, 2018

Another high concept comedy gone awry. More time and effort is given to replicating the real life adult game of tag than is put into any comedy. Overgrown adolescent men will probably appreciate the shenanigans, though.

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imthenoobMar 6, 2019

Interesting premise with a solid cast. It wasn't much of a comedy but more of a film that didn't take itself too seriously and still got a good message across. It was good but not great, It could have been a lot funnier.

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marcmyworksAug 24, 2018

Though this is a fun movie that really features Jeremy Renner's talents, Tag is a mixed bag. First its hard to believe these men are all the same age as some seem 10 years older, 2nd the premise of the Wall Street Journal article seems thrownThough this is a fun movie that really features Jeremy Renner's talents, Tag is a mixed bag. First its hard to believe these men are all the same age as some seem 10 years older, 2nd the premise of the Wall Street Journal article seems thrown together lazily and third the only black character seems to be an A-sexual weirdo. In 2018, Hollywood can try harder.… Expand

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Voodoo123Jan 8, 2019

Tag is a far below average comedy that should just fail outright on concept alone and yet there is a spirit to its 'dramedy' aspects which kept me far more entertained than I expected. For its 140min running time it certainly felt muchTag is a far below average comedy that should just fail outright on concept alone and yet there is a spirit to its 'dramedy' aspects which kept me far more entertained than I expected. For its 140min running time it certainly felt much longer. I don't remember laughing aloud even once :( Some surprisingly well choreographed 'action sequences', a decent cast and decent soundtrack hold things together for the most part. At its best this is a watch and forget.… Expand

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CineAutoctonoJul 28, 2019

"Label" was a movie that was a simple idea, but it's fun to watch, the characters are good, the story is simple but the comedy level has a decent level.

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