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I've heard good things about this movie and I love Rebel Wilson so I decided to give this movie a shot. I can honestly say that I did not expect to enjoy this as much as I did, and I know that sounds cliched, but I can't put it into any other words. I came out of the theater with a huge smile on my face which, is something of a rarity for me when it comes to formulaic movies such as this.
There aren't really any issues that I had with this film. Sure it's as I stated above, formulaic and predictable but, it's such a fun ride that I didn't really give a Crap. The only other thing was the vomiting. I don't normally care about it if it's relevant in some way but this was just used for shock value. Though, I must admit it was funny the first time because it was so unexpected, but the second time, not so much. I guess this movie does have to appeal to everyone though. Other than those things this movie is a real riot.
As much as I loved Bridesmaids last year, this movie was funnier and it was funny from the beginning to the end, whereas Bridesmaid was only sporadically funny, to me anyways. Every joke works with the exception of the vomiting. The best lines came from Rebel Wilson, obviously, Elizabeth Banks, and John Higgins. That's not to say that all the funny lines are from them, but a majority of them are.
The performances are solid across the board. This isn't Anna Kendrick's best movie, that honor belongs to both 50/50 and Up In The Air. However, this is a nice and respectable edition to her resume. I applaud her for trying to step out of those dark comedy type movies, and she doesn't disappoint here. She gives a good performance and has nice chemistry with Skylar Aston, who also gives a good performance. The chemistry didn't feel forced at all and I liked them as a couple which, is an achievement if a movie can make me feel that way about a couple.
Ever since Bridesmaid, I think I've fallen in love with Rebel Wilson. Lesibionest here, the woman is hysterical. Her delivery and tone is perfect, she is the heart of the comedy. Elizabeth Banks and John Higgins play these commentators and they are almost as equally hysterical. I'm not sure how anyone could keep a straight face with these three around. They remind me of the commentators from Dodgeball. If you found those two guys from that movie hilarious you'll most like find Banks and Higgins hilarious, it's the same type of comedy. The rest of the cast is funny too but like I said, almost all of the humor comes from these three.
The singing is top notch, and the movie really comes alive during the on stage performances. That doesn't mean that the other parts of the movie weren't as equally enjoyable but, I was tapping my feet during the performances. The song choices were good, there's a little something for everyone and I much prefer these covers than glee(sorry glee fans).
Overall, Pitch Perfect hits almost every note perfectly. Sure it's predictable and it's nothing new but, the performances are solid, it's hilarious from beginning to end, and the live performances are toe tapping fun. I guarantee when the final battle comes along you'll be tapping your feet. This is such a fun movie and I guarantee you'll walk out of the theater feeling good inside. This is what Joyful Noise that came out back in January tried to be, but failed.
