I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry (Widescreen Edition)

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An ok movie. Pretends to be gay so his friend won't lose everything. Then uses it to get closer to Jessica Beal.

An Adam Sandler comedy with serious moments and tackling serious issues...who saw that coming? I say that this is a film that ought to be judged precisely for what it is. It's not extraordinary and it's not preachy...it's simply a film that sends a message in a way that works for it. Well, message recieved. While this film is a comedy (come on, it's Adam Sandler), it's jokes are funny and do not really stray into the relm of being offensive. And, if it does so, it does so because it's supposed to and it is then handled with the proper respect and attitude. For me, Kevin James is the star of the film, but that could be largely because he stays pretty grounded in comparison to Mr. Sandler's antics, even if those antics remain pretty tame in comparison to some of the man's other works. I wasn't particularly impressed by Jessica Biel's performance, even if there seemed to be some genuine passion behind her character's actions. Overall, I think this film worked because individuals involved in the campaign for gay rights took part in this movie...it just give it this stronger sense of credibility, which is impressive as it's an Adam Sandler comedy. I'd reccomend it to anyone looking for some good laughs and/or an important message. Enjoy.

I suppose as a gay man I should feel offended by this movie somehow, but I just can't muster the feeling. This movie is hilarious. I haven't laughed so hard at a movie in some time. I regret that I didn't see it in the theater (due to a very critical review.) Not every movie has to be a classic. Actually, this one just might be, it's just a "sloppy" classic.Sloppy, in that the editing is a little rough. You will notice that some of the scenes run a little over-long, and a few minutes could have been laid to rest on the cutting-room floor. And the premise and resolution of the plot is kind of a stretch. (That was a giant understatement.)However, all is forgiven, because the messages of tolerance, friendship, community, relationships, teamwork, acceptance...it just goes on and on. This is a truly interesting and funny study in humanity, in all our various forms, and one with positive messages.Add lots of "guest stars" and funny quips, a gay costume party, a gay pride parade, a "forward" gay mailman (whose slogans never end) and two weddings, and you'll want to watch it again.Chuck and Larry brightened up my day. Kudos to all involved. Highly recommended.

I have recently purchased this title of movie because I actually like to watch a good comedy every once in a while. Adam Sandler and Kevin James does a lot of Funny things throughout this movie. I know it had Me laughing at times. Then Jessica Biel also Plays in this Film. She is so Sexy and has one Amazing Ass Body. I sure wish that She was My Wife.

At first I thought this would be too cheesy for my taste but Adam Sandler and his pretend gay husband pulled it off really well. The jokes although stereotyped were fitting considering the two characters were supposed to be straight and very macho and actually homophobic. The over-acting was obviously done intentionally, so I don't view it as a flaw.This really cracked me up! If you are in the mood for comedy, this is a good one to watch!

Love this movie. Funny and heartwarming at the same time

This movie is hilarious Adam Sandler's character has to marry his best friend in order to help him out.

Chuck and Larry are firefighting partners. Larry, who still mourns the death of his wife, is having problems changing the beneficiary on his insurance policy from Paula's name to his children's.Larry saves Chuck's life on one of their calls. So when Chuck tells Larry that he owes him one, Larry takes him up on his offer. Larry's favour, enter into a domestic partnership, in name and paper only, to provide that much needed protection for Larry's children.Chuck reluctantly agrees. Their plan hits a snag when they get investigated by the pension department for possible fraud, which means that Chuck has to move in with him......From the get go, it's clear that this film isn't going to be that politically correct, other than a few shots of Sandler punching people holding up signs that are not agreeable.But we haven't watched this for maturity, we have seen this because we like Sandler and like James. They have really good chemistry in this, and make the film that little more watchable.It's not the most trying of plots: two men pretending to be gay, avoiding Steve Buscemi, falling for Biel, being hated by their colleagues, big speech at the end.All perfunctory stuff, a little too long for my liking, but there is so much fun to be had in the film, and you can tell that the cast and crew had fun making it.Rhames is the standout here, as with all Sandler movies, it's not about him, it's the characters in the background who make the movie funny.Well worth seeing if your a Sandler fan, and another to hate if your not.

I Know Pronounce You Chuck and Larry is directed by Dennis Dugan and written by Barry Fanaro. It stars Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Jessica Biel, Dan Aykroyd, Peter Dante, Ving Rhames and Steve Buscemi. Plot finds Kevin James' widowed fireman in need of a way to ensure his two children get benefits should he leave the mortal coil. There's a chance, he just has to pretend he's gay and marry his best pal and work colleague, Chuck Levine (Sandler). Not easy since Chuck is a renowned womaniser and not all that keen to keep up the pretense. With their gorgeous lawyer Alex McDonough (Biel) stirring up passions in Chuck that he has to hide, and the fraud investigator (Buscemi) on their case, it will be a minor miracle if the lads can pull the bluff off.It was originally an R rated movie, the MPAA forcing Universal Pictures to edit the film down to a PG-13 standard. What is left is often crude, rude and apparently offensive to, well, everyone if you believe some critics of the film. I sense that many people outside of the target audience haven't grasped a key issue, namely that the film obviously has a big potent message about tolerance. Now ask yourself what sort of people would go and see an Adam Sandler film reeling off a number of gay innuendo jokes and set pieces? Tell me, where is it more likely to make its point than with the target audience for this film? I know, food for thought isn't it?It's hardly genius comedy, but James and Sandler make a great comedy double act. The jokes don't all work, but there are some genuinely laugh out loud moments if you are prepared to run with it in the name of getting the message come the last quarter. Biel is sexy and vibrant, while Buscemi does what he always tends to do, walk into a movie and leave a crazy and memorable little mark. Bonus here is Rhames, totally playing against type whilst also playing to a stereotype, again this is fun in context to the movie as a whole. We could do without Rob Schneider's (uncredited) Asian stereotype, because that one is an offensive misstep, while there's a big cop out during the big finale. A wasted chance to really seal the deal for equality and acceptance.It's easy to attack a film like this, venting spleen wholesale whilst looking like a champion for good taste in cinema. But I for one maintain that it's not only a funny film, but also a brave and relevant one as well. 6.5/10

Meh I means it's ok

I saw this film on tv a few weeks back, and i loved it. I thought it was hilarious! And so did my mum, which is saying something as she is not a great film fan. I personally think the BBC review is harsh. It's an Adam Sandler film, what did they expect it to be like?If you're a fan of Sandler you'll love it :) and if not, give it a go anyway, trust me, it will cheer you up :)

Gosh what can I say about this film apart from the fact it nearly killed me my grandson and I watched this together and we had to keep pausing it because we were laughing so hard it was asbsolutley hilarious great movie we were both crying with laughter