Date Movie (2006)

Alyson Hannigan
Adam Campbell
Sophie Monk
Fred Willard
Eddie Griffin
Jennifer Coolidge
Carmen Electra
Tony Cox

Directed by Aaron Seltzer

Plot: The story of hopeless romantic Julia Jones, who has finally met the man of her dreams, the very British Grant Fonckyerdoder. But before they can have their Big Fat Greek Wedding, they'll have to Meet the Parents, hook-up with The Wedding Planner, and contend with Grant's friend Andy - a spectacularly beautiful woman who wants to put an end to her Best Friend's Wedding.

Review: Finally, in the tradition of Airplane, The Naked Gun, & Scary Movie, comes a spoof that is actually funny. I love stupid movies, but it seems over the years, they have just started pushing them out without trying to really be funny. Date Movie is not one of those movies. The film is funny, enjoyable, and has an actual story. The best part about watching these kinds of films is trying to figure out which film they are spoofing and seeing how it fits together with the story. Everything in Date Movie just works well, including the characters.

I love American Pie and was a moderate Buffy the Vampire Slayer fan, which made it more enjoyable to see Alyson Hannigan in her first leading role. She makes fun of herself and has a true comedic timing. The rest of the characters in the film seem to play off each other nicely. I love to see comedies where actors do something you wouldn’t expect them too. In this one, it’s Eddie Griffin. Without spoiling anything, there is a great gross moment with Eddie Griffin and Fred Willard that is just classic. For every one out there who loves just brainless, doodie filled comedy this is for you.
 

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