Review of Hot Rod (2007) by Matthew Q — 28 May 2010
Honestly, this is one of the funniest movies I've ever seen, if for no other reason than it is so ridiculous and it is completely aware of that fact. Andy Samberg is fantastic, as is Jorma Taccone and the always hilarious Bill Hader. Danny McBride is outrageously funny as is Ian McShane in a completely atypical role for him, the physically and pyschologically damaging step-dad. Isla Fisher is great as the girl next door and Will Arnett is a blast to watch as her jerk boyfriend.
Sure the story is super simple and kinda stupid, but that's what makes it awesome! The completely random is what takes this movie from campy to awesome. I cite the punch dance scene, the acid-trip sequence, and probably the most out of left-field "What the hell?" moment, Ebeneezer Scrooge with a cooked goose. Love it!
This review of Hot Rod (2007) was written by Matthew Q on 28 May 2010.
Hot Rod has generally received positive reviews.
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