Get Hard (2015): From White Collar to Orange Jumpsuit
Get Hard, directed by Etan Cohen, teams up comedy heavyweights Will Ferrell and Kevin Hart in an offbeat buddy comedy. The film follows James King (Ferrell), a millionaire investment banker, who is wrongfully convicted of fraud and sentenced to a maximum-security prison. Fearing for his safety, he enlists the help of Darnell Lewis (Hart), a small business owner, to teach him the art of survival in prison.
The film's premise sets the stage for a series of outrageous and over-the-top comedic situations. Will Ferrell's signature brand of humor comes through as he portrays James, an out-of-touch businessman who must adapt to life on the other side of the law. Kevin Hart brings his usual high-energy and rapid-fire delivery to the role of Darnell, a hardworking family man eager to help James, despite his own lack of prison experience.
The comedic chemistry between Ferrell and Hart drives the film, with their banter and antics providing some good moments. Their contrasting personalities and cultural differences create a dynamic that moves the plot forward, as James slowly comes to understand the realities of life. The supporting cast, including Alison Brie as James's high-maintenance fiancée and Craig T. Nelson as his boss, adds to the comedic mix. However, their characters often feel one-dimensional and underdeveloped.
Get Hard relies heavily on physical comedy and gags, which might appeal to fans of Ferrell's previous works. Still, some of the humor feels forced and repetitive which is common in comedies of the past decade. Also, as always there is crass humor involved, which might not work with everyone.
Get Hard delivers some good laughs and isn't one to be taken seriously. There is satire mixed with the physical comedy which is Ferrell's forte and deserves to be watched once.
I rate it 2.75 out of 5.
Direction Rating: 0.5/1
Cinematography Rating: 0.5/1
Story Rating: 0.5/1
Acting Rating: 0.5/1
Film Score Rating: 0.75/1
IMDB Link: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2561572/
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