Preview: Funny People (2009)

Synopsis:

A noted stand up comedian (Adam Sandler) praises the work of a new comic (Seth Rogen) who then shares his life as he combats a terminal illness and an ex-girlfriend (Leslie Mann) who "got away".

• Poster: -

Review:

There was no poster immediately available for my review. Should one become available in the future, this section will be updated.

• Trailer: C

Review:

There's nothing in this trailer that suggests Judd Apatow is abandoning his comic roots even despite a lack of funny moments and a great deal of serious subject matter. If this is a comedy, the trailer certainly didn't show that very well.

Oscar Prospects:

There will be talk about the film being an Oscar contender. There always is. The 40-Year-Old Virgin and Knocked Up were both touted as potential vehicles for script nominations and a couple of acting prizes. No such recognition ever materialized at the Oscars. Make this the third film that will likely follow that trajectory.

Release Date:

• July 31, 2009

Full Review Synopsis:

I have not seen this film.

-Wesley Lovell (March 8, 2009) Original