'Dodgeball' and other types of comedies made in the same mold are very black and white for me. I either love the film, or hate it. All these films seem to have a connection beyond the comedic subject as well, sharing many of the same actors. Actors like Will Ferrel, Vince Vaughn and Ben Stiller. 'Dodgeball' falls on the love side of these films for me, as I find it absolutely hilarious. The one liners are witty, and even if they can be a bit predictable, seem none the less to get a good laugh out of me. There are a number of off color jokes, and if you are sensitive to un-politically correct remarks, don't watch this film. Part of what I love about it however, is the way that even off color jokes are made to seem ridiculous, and most of the on screen reaction to them is one of confusion. This is a film that has no problem poking fun at itself, and certainly doesn't take itself seriously. Another enjoyable piece of this film is all of the celebrity cameos. We are entertained by the likes of Chuck Norris, William Shatner, and Lance Armstrong. 'Dodgeball' does not disappoint and provides exactly what it was made for...entertainment. If you are up for a laugh, and feel like wasting an hour and a half, 'Dodgeball' is your film, although for me, it was not a waste.
-David
At the end of watching "Dodgeball" this evening, David mentioned pulling up our blog to write our review to which I replied, "I totally forgot that's why we we're watching it!" That must mean I enjoyed this movie. "Dodgeball" is a lot of fun, which plenty of opportunities to laugh (some in which you might feel ashamed for laughing). Ben Stiller, Vince Vaughn, Christine Taylor, Justin Long, all do a superb job in this comedy. What makes it even more fun is knowing that Ben Stiller and Christine Taylor are married in real life. (If you've seen the movie, you know what I'm talking about.)
The celebrity cameo's are also great, William Shatner, Chuck Norris, Lance Armstrong... "Thank-you Chuck Norris."
If you are someone who enjoys comedies, and can tolerate a bit of "off" humour, then "Dodgeball" is definitely a movie you should see.
-Bethany
