| Posted by: anakinsrise at July 9, 2008, 4:39 am | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | Get Smart Very funny movie,some corny moments,great one liners and action. Steve Carell is brillaint as ever and im glad he didnt try to mimic Don Adams to much.He makes the role of Maxwell Smart his own Anne Hathaway is just too sexy .She and Carell work great together. scale of 1-10 a 8 1/2 | | Static Link |
| Posted by: jdparker at June 26, 2008, 7:21 pm | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | 5/10 I can't believe how high reviews everyone is giving this movie. My review can pretty much be summed up with one word: Boring. There was nothing particularly BAD about the movie, but there was nothing good either. The jokes weren't funny, mostly just slapstick gags, almost all of which I saw in the trailer. The characters were flat. The action sequences and plot were enormously flawed. This is mediocre filmmaking at it's finest. Oh well, I'm sure I'll wake up tomorrow and have completely forgotten the entire movie. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: JoeChar4321 at June 26, 2008, 4:23 pm | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | I have to agree with the majority. Fun film. 8/10 A very enjoyable comedy and a delightful tribute to the TV show. As a fan of the original show, I really appreciated all the nods and cameos. Absolutely perfect casting probably saved the film because I’m not sure any other actors could’ve worked in the lead rolls. The tongue-in-cheek plot and the crazy chase scene seemed to work even though they were my least favorite parts of the experience. As a warm hearted comedy with a sprinkle of genuine laughs, this movie worked quite well. Freakin’ KaBoom! (This is chaos…we don’t say “freakin’ kaboom.) | | Static Link |
| Posted by: Tyler Durden4 at June 25, 2008, 10:17 pm | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | To who ever sees Michael Scott in the role. I respect your taste, but I feel differently. In The Office, Carrell is very self-confident, thinks everybody loves him, has no idea when he's doing something inappropriate. But in this, he's a little shy, somewhat confident, never really cracks jokes to be well liked. To each his own... Anyway, I really liked this movie. A lot more crude than I thought. Not as aimed towards little kids as I thought. Action was good. 7/10 | | Static Link |
| Posted by: Mystique963 at June 25, 2008, 9:26 pm | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | I have to admit that I never saw that TV show... but the movie was funny and I have to say that it was one of the more enjoyable Steve Carrell movies I've seen. Anne Hathaway is extremely easy on the eyes... oh yeah, and a very talented actress. Good times. Highly recommended. 9/10 | | Static Link |
| Posted by: KCJ506 at June 25, 2008, 3:29 pm | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | Finally. A movie based off a tv show that was actually good. 8/10. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: ScaryFreak1827 at June 24, 2008, 11:36 pm | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | Steve Carrell is genius and I laughed pretty much throughout the entire film. I'm not familiar with the TV show in the slightest but found this to be very enjoyable. 8/10 | | Static Link |
| Posted by: Lord Raiden at June 22, 2008, 8:03 pm | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | Well, I was going to post a long-winded and redundant review about GET SMART. Then I thought...wait a minute, this really isn't the proper forum to post such a review. Just to be on the safe side, as I wouldn't want to offend anyone...here's my revised review. "Funny movie. 7 out of 10." | | Static Link |
| Posted by: xseanymacx at June 22, 2008, 6:33 pm | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | 7/10. A very enjoyable and humorous night at the movies. I thought the slapstick was a bit much in places but overall, I laughed through almost the whole movie. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: truth_be_told at June 21, 2008, 6:07 pm | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | Hit-or-miss fun. Overall, a decent way to spend a matinee. 6.5/10 | | Static Link |
| Posted by: Sh8dy Milkman at June 21, 2008, 4:36 pm | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | Plenty of laughs and a surprising amount of action...8/10 | | Static Link |
| Posted by: kobe8byrant at June 21, 2008, 7:28 am | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | I liked the movie but I thought that the best parts were in the trailer. Besides what was on the trailer, 3 gags - involving gay sex, Bill Murray and urination - had me in stitches but the rest of the jokes were rather cold. I got the punchline but still didn't find it funny. And I have to agree, Anne Hathaway was fantastic - captivating, beautiful and BEAUTIFUL. Still think that there'd be Get Smarter (considering how Pink Panther got one). Only this time, I hope there'd be villains with more depth. I could easily pick Borat as the next villain. 3.5/5 | | Static Link |
| Posted by: bigred760 at June 21, 2008, 4:23 am | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | I think I laughed through most of the movie. I thought all the characters were hilarious; Steve Carrell was perfect as Maxwell Smart, Anne Hathaway was a great Agent 99, and the rest of the cast delivered the laughs as well. I had a blast watching it. 8/10 | | Static Link |
| Posted by: Crazy Dud at June 21, 2008, 2:41 am | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | NO SPOILERS This movie starts out rather dull, but once it gets going about 20 minutes in, it gradually gets better over the rest of its running time until we get a surprisingly well done action packed finale. The movie is far from perfect, and many of the jokes fall flat, but when it does hit, it hits hard, as there are definitely some memorable bits of comedic gold here. Fans of the show beware! This film is only loosely based on the 1960s TV show, and, with a few exceptions, its comedic style is more slapstick and physical, whereas as the show was more stylishly satirical. Fortunately, Steve Carrell got Maxwell Smart right. He has much in common with the Don Adams character, but is wise enough to avoid impersonation, giving the film's character enough uniqueness to make it his own. Alan Arkin also had a strong showing as The Chief and Dwayne Johnson was quite enjoyable, despite his character being original to the film. Anne Hathaway (who is SMOKING hot in this movie, by the way) plays Agent 99. While a so... | | Read Entire Entry |
| Posted by: ilovemovies at June 20, 2008, 10:54 pm | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | It gets off to an incredibly rocky start. But once Max and Agent 99 team up and go on their mission the movie picks up immensely and becomes very enjoyable and even occasionally hilarious. I absolutely loved the chemistry between Carell and Hathaway. Hathaway was the real surprise of the movie for me. I LOVED her in this movie. Plus, she's never been more gorgeous. I mean, WOW, she is HOT in this movie. SPOILERS! There isn't really much of a resolution though. Yeah, they stop the bomb from going off but KAOS still has a bunch of others that they threatened to sell to dictators. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: athf1980 at June 20, 2008, 9:36 pm | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | 3.5/5 A very enjoyable action/comedy. Steve Carrel owns as Max. Great comedy. I just the wish the villian was more badass. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: Bourne101 at June 20, 2008, 9:22 pm | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | Get Smart - 7/10 Wow, that was way better than I thought it was going to be. Wasn't a lot going on tonight, so some friends and I decided to hit up the new action/comedy Get Smart, and let me tell you, I'm glad I went. I was laughing non-stop from start to finish, which is very rare in comedies nowadays. Steve Carell completely nails the role as Maxwell Smart and had me nearly dying of laughter during some moments. Carell's approach is very similar to 40 Year Old Virgin, minus the extremely crude humor, although I'll give them credit, this one is definitely a PG-13 and not a PG. There are just so many memorable moments that I can see myself quoting and talking about for a while. Anne Hathaway is good as Agent 99, and although young, there is an excuse (albeit not a great one) for why the character looks so young. The Rock does what he can with a particularly small role, but gets the job done and was not noticeably bad like in The Game Plan. What I think really makes this movie good is that the supporting cha... | | Read Entire Entry |
| Posted by: Big Tuna at June 20, 2008, 3:17 pm | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | I really want this movie to be great…. But I’m a little scared to trust a post 40-Year-Old Virgin Steve Carrell movie. I’ll probably wait for the DVD. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: < a c e > at June 19, 2008, 10:26 pm | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | Quote: Originally Posted by outsyder SPOILERS***************** With regards to the last post, I found it especially sad that the editor or director felt it was necessary to provide a full blown flashback to the original kiss just in case the audience forgot the gag. I think he knew he may have slept thru it. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: outsyder at June 19, 2008, 3:57 pm | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | SPOILERS***************** With regards to the last post, I found it especially sad that the editor or director felt it was necessary to provide a full blown flashback to the original kiss just in case the audience forgot the gag. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: < a c e > at June 19, 2008, 11:40 am | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | PLOT: Bungling secret agent Maxwell Smart, also known as Agent 86 for CONTROL, is on a mission to battle the forces of their evil crime nemesis known as KAOS with his more-competent partner Agent 99, (whose real name is never revealed) at his side. When the headquarters of U.S. spy agency Control is attacked and the identities of its agents compromised, the Chief has no choice but to promote his ever-eager analyst Maxwell Smart, who has always dreams of working in the field alongside stalwart superstar Agent 23. Smart will do whatever it takes to thwart the latest plot for world domination by KAOS. REVIEW:
This is just about as alright as it gets. There is only a little more than what the trailer offered. Steve Carell's straight-faced comedy does keep things just about engaging. But the main problem with the movie is that it's as predictable as Paris Hilton. The twist towards the end is something you may even guess on the way to the theater. I haven't seen the tv show so can't compare. There was a surpri... | | Read Entire Entry |
| Posted by: outsyder at June 19, 2008, 9:40 am | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | 6/10. Carrell himself is hilarious and does what he can with the role. There are some genuinely funny moments, and Alan Arkin adds to every scene he's in, but the script is a mangled mess. I know the material is supposed to be light hearted anway, but the story is an afterthought, forgettable and predictable, and at no time seems to have a central goal as the characters just drift through the motions. Anne Hathaway is decent, but comedy isn't her strong suit. The fact that she is a tad young to play 99 is explained in the film though. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: Lord Raiden at June 18, 2008, 4:58 pm | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | I think Steve Carrell is the perfect choice for Maxwell Smart. Anne Hathaway is fine, though I think a tad on the young side for Agent 99. Dwayne Johnson is just meh. I loved watching reruns of Get Smart growing up and I hope this is a fitting tribute to the show. I'm there this weekend. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: ilovemovies at June 18, 2008, 10:54 am | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | I've always been excited about this movie but after reading Berardinelli's review I'm even more pumped! I just LOVE the fact that the movie opens with a recreation of the credits sequence of the tv show. That's such a nice touch. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: Rated R at June 17, 2008, 10:39 pm | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | More like Get Stupid! Oh God I'm sorry...I haven't slept in days... | | Static Link |
| Posted by: Bourne101 at June 17, 2008, 6:32 pm | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | Reviews so far have been very mixed. Like I said in the first post, it will probably have its funny moments, as well as moments that fall completely flat. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: MadsenOMC at June 17, 2008, 2:08 pm | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | Quote: Originally Posted by MoovEDude You do that - If I was a mod, I would have taken care of that for ya LONG AGO That's why you're not a mod! This place would suck if people like you were mods. And you think I need an attitude adjustment. That is some funny shit. I guess you don't do well with sarcasm either. I'll remember that in the future. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: MoovEDude at June 17, 2008, 12:01 pm | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | Quote: Originally Posted by MadsenOMC Oh no, I need an attitude adjustment. And I got the dreaded eye roll! Of course I can see past the Scott character, but it's hard to see past it when the Get Smart character appears to share so many of Scott's traits. Carrell seems to be coasting, and I think that's a shame, because he's a talented guy. Now I'm off to go work on my attitude. You do that - If I was a mod, I would have taken care of that for ya LONG AGO | | Static Link |
| Posted by: kobe8byrant at June 17, 2008, 11:27 am | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | Just saw the trailer and I can't wait for the movie to open this Thursday. Too young to watch the TV series but this looks every bit better than Steve Martin's Pink Panther. Add that with the Rock and Anne Hathaway, I'm in. Will have low expectations though | | Static Link |
| Posted by: MadsenOMC at June 17, 2008, 9:59 am | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | Quote: Originally Posted by CyclicNightmare This does look like the right kind of role for the Rock. Too bad it looks like the wrong movie again. (ie. Be Cool) He needs a stronger vehicle. He's got great charisma and I find him hysterical. Totally agree. Loved him on SNL. Loved him in The Rundown. But lately I haven't been too enthused with his choices. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: MadsenOMC at June 17, 2008, 9:57 am | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | Quote: Originally Posted by MoovEDude Your attitude sucks..just cant leave it as differnt taste huh...gotta add in, how can ya be a fan and not..blah, blah...well I guess you cant see past his Scott character...too bad..I cant see how someone can be a fan of Carrell and cant see two different charactors... Oh no, I need an attitude adjustment. And I got the dreaded eye roll! Of course I can see past the Scott character, but it's hard to see past it when the Get Smart character appears to share so many of Scott's traits. Carrell seems to be coasting, and I think that's a shame, because he's a talented guy. Now I'm off to go work on my attitude. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: CyclicNightmare at June 16, 2008, 5:29 pm | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | This does look like the right kind of role for the Rock. Too bad it looks like the wrong movie again. (ie. Be Cool) He needs a stronger vehicle. He's got great charisma and I find him hysterical. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: MoovEDude at June 16, 2008, 4:36 pm | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | Quote: Originally Posted by MadsenOMC Well I guess we have extremely different taste. I don't know how someone can claim to be a fan of The Office and also believe that Carrell doesn't even remotely seem like Michael Scott in all the trailers/TV spots for Get Smart. Your attitude sucks..just cant leave it as differnt taste huh...gotta add in, how can ya be a fan and not..blah, blah...well I guess you cant see past his Scott character...too bad..I cant see how someone can be a fan of Carrell and cant see two different charactors... | | Static Link |
| Posted by: Lazy Boy at June 16, 2008, 3:55 pm | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | This looks like it will suck, but at least it doesn't have Mike Myers starring in it, so there's that going for it. I like Carell a helluva lot, even if he is repeating his clueless goof character, at least there's something inherently likeable about him as a performer. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: Moviefan1234 at June 16, 2008, 3:37 pm | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | Oh God, another shitty Steve Carrell comedy. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: CyclicNightmare at June 16, 2008, 2:37 pm | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | Trailers have resorted to the montage of people getting hit, set to I think it's the William Tell Overture or something similar. Not a great sign. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: MadsenOMC at June 16, 2008, 2:36 pm | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | Quote: Originally Posted by MoovEDude Not one time in watching the trailers did I get him coming across as Michael Scott and I am a HUGE fan of The Office Have no interest in Evan almighty but really liked Dan in Real Life. Well I guess we have extremely different taste. I don't know how someone can claim to be a fan of The Office and also believe that Carrell doesn't even remotely seem like Michael Scott in all the trailers/TV spots for Get Smart. | | Static Link |
| Posted by: MoovEDude at June 16, 2008, 11:13 am | | Topic: Get Smart Forum: JoBlo | | Not one time in watching the trailers did I get him coming across as Michael Scott and I am a HUGE fan of The Office Have no interest in Evan almighty but really liked Dan in Real Life. | | Static Link |
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