knocked up

Sometimes, a comedy comes along that is everything you want it to be: laugh-out-loud hilarious, a little dirty, sweet, a real story, evolving characters, and more laugh-out-loud moments. KNOCKED UP manages to be an incredibly sweet romantic comedy that is also freaking hilarious. From the director of THE 40-YEAR OLD VIRGIN, KNOCKED UP follows the story of Allison (Katherine Heigl) and Ben (Seth Rogen) who suddenly find themselves parents-to-be after a night of drinking. Handled with surprising sensitivity, this story looks at two strangers who find themselves becoming adults overnight. Both Ms. Heigl and Mr. Rogen are great as the baby-makers. They manage to stay true to their characters while finding themselves in sometimes thankless situations. You find it believable that they could care for one another, and that they would also let each other down. The supporting cast is great as well, especially Paul Rudd and Leslie Mann as Allison's sister and brother-in-law. Many familiar faces stop by in supporting roles including Jason Segel, Steve Carrell, and Ryan Seacrest. (Allison works at E!). Special kudos to the actress (whose name I don't know) who plays one of Allison's bosses at E! along with Alan Tudyk. Her pithy comments are priceless, and some of the funniest moments in the film.

Final thoughts: A funny look at a very modern situation. Definitely one to check out.

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