Review of What Just Happened (2008) by Leigh R — 05 Aug 2009

An honest, hilarious look at Hollywood. Sadly enough, people nowadays don't find something funny unless either Eddie Murphy's in it or someone gets hit in the balls, preferrably both.

It's an intelligent, well-written, subtle comedy that takes its time and explores different facets of a character's life.

There are quite a few impressive performances in this movie, and though the character does not have much of an arc, it's easily a better movie than a lot of the shit being turned out now. It's meant to be more of a self-aware prod at the industry than a purely dramatic or purely comedic film.

It also held my interest due to the fact it's a snapshot of the industry I'm about to plough into. Overall, a good watch. One of the best of the year.