Review of Trainwreck (2015) by Spangle — 15 Jan 2016
Trainwreck is a mixed bag, but I definitely liked it more than I did not. When Amy Schumer is doing her whole "lol I have sex and have a vagina" act, it is not funny at all. In fact, it is almost painful.
However, I love the commentary on what that means about her that is had throughout the film and the larger problems it likely reveals. In that regard, the entire relationship with Bill Hader's character is fantastic and feels real and authentic.
Their problems and approaches are really relatable for most people and the film handles it very well. While I love the emotional aspect of the film, the comedic aspect really peaks with John Cena and LeBron James.
Every scene those two are involved in is hysterical and a real riot. I do not like Amy Schumer's comedy and I was ready to hate this one, but this film has a real charm that sweeps you in and it avoids turning into just another raunchy sex comedy.
Instead, it is a smart sex comedy that has some interesting commentary on relationships and sex. Amy Schumer is pretty good here, though I loved Tilda Swinton and Brie Larson the most here. Both were phenomenal and really stole the show.
This review of Trainwreck (2015) was written by Spangle on 15 Jan 2016.
Trainwreck has generally received positive reviews.
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