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  • So-so
    Written December 30, 2012

    Angry People

    by gayle10001

    It is always so heartwarming to see a movie that makes family life seem like a nightmare. Almost constant foul language and a very angry, unhappy, and unlikable group of people summarizes this movie. Even the kids are foul-mouthed and unlikable. Oh yeah. . .and one or two funny parts. Wait for this to come on video. . .because there is no way this will end up on network TV.

    • 8 out of 11 found this review helpful.
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  • Oh No!
    Written December 22, 2012

    Awful bore

    by Marnie100

    Not funny. Walked out after what seemed an eternity. I can't believe intelligent? people with money sat down and created this disaster. Hollywood steals money at the box office. What kind pf parents put their children in a movie like this, it was the worst miserable mess.

    • 18 out of 31 found this review helpful.
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  • Oh No!
    Written December 27, 2012

    Save Yourself

    by johnagrissom

    My wife and I really wanted to see this movie thinking it was a light-hearted comedy following the wonderful Les Mis show we saw the night before with our family...how wrong were we!!!

    Save yourself! This movie is depressing, awkward, and not funny. The funniest trailer is not even in the film. We wish we had left long before the 2.5 hour length of this movie.

    • 4 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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  • Must Go!
    Written December 24, 2012

    This is 40. AWESOME.

    by davidmhow

    Going in, I was a little skeptical. This a sequel no matter how you look at it, but right from the get go Judd Apatow pulls you back into the often comical lives of Deb, Pete, and their two daughters. Yet, this is more of a dramady about the serious moments of being a mother, a father, a kid, and a grand parent that seem like they happen to you and no one else. A true testament to the fact theat life can throw you curve no matter how old you are. Judd Apatow and the whole Apatow clan( his wife and two daughters are three of the main characters) once again hits it out of the park with another relateable story.

    • 4 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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  • Must Go!
    Written December 27, 2012

    Fabulous movie if you're in this lifestage

    by Sodium

    Very hilarious and a bonding marital movie for my hubby and me. The take away for us was that we were not so different than others in our lifestage--the stereotypes were so dead on that we were a bit uncomfortable (ie. sitting on the toilet playing Scrabble on his phone). We laughed so hard and will recommend to our friends in their 40's with kids. I do wish the F-bombs and cursing would have been used less frequently. It was excessive and had no humor because of the overuse. Great life-stage movie!

    • 4 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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  • Must Go!
    Written December 23, 2012

    Fantastic!

    by dannypants

    This was a brilliantly acted film! Very real, very touching. And surprisingly the teenage girl was one of the stars of the film! This is a MUSTY GO! I thought it would be cute but it was GREAT!

    • 5 out of 6 found this review helpful.
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  • So-so
    Written December 26, 2012

    Started funny at least

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    The trailers made this movie out to be like it would be a feel good comedy. To me, it wasn't like that at all. The first 30-60 minutes were funny, but after that, my laughs were few and far between. There was a ton of arguing and conflict with the characters and it all got kind of over the top. It got kind of depressing to watch. If you can relate to the characters' lives, I can see how this would be an entertaining movie, but I walked in expecting a funny movie and walked out in a down mood.

    • 4 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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    Written January 4, 2013

    Funny For 40somethings!

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    First, it was date night for my wife and I.
    Second, she just turned 40 last year.
    Third, we have 2 girls who fight ALL the time.
    Fourth, my wife hates my music.
    Fifth, I love LOST.

    Needless to say, I was laughing so hard in the first 5 minutes I almost pee'd my pants. Maybe it was because we fit the "target" audience and find so many things "relatable", but I felt the director Judd Apatow really got it right. Sure there were some "unrealistic" moments, but overall, great cast, hilarious moments...great cameo by Melissa McCarthy! Be sure to stay for after the initial credits.

    I only gave it a "Go" because I'm not sure if you are under 40, if you would get it.

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  • Oh No!
    Written December 30, 2012

    This is 40

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    I thought it was the most terrible movie I have ever been to..
    My friend and I walk out..
    Truly inappropriate..Not true life at all..
    Every word in the film had some sort of sex in it..

    Kids we always using fowl language..
    Parents where having conversations that showed NO respect for each other and very unrealistic..
    No honesty at all.

    A comedy is one thing, but just full out inappropriate in every way..

    Terrible movie and a total waste of money.
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    • 4 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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  • No
    Written January 10, 2013

    Sad :(

    by ANGELADINGMAN

    Disappointed in this movie. The previews were great, but when we went to see it, I almost fell asleep. I love movies and this one needed some help.

    • 4 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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  • Must Go!
    Written December 30, 2012

    Great Movie!

    by Stein5596

    Love, love, loved it! We laughed from the beginning to end. It did seem a bit dragged out towards the end. What was I thinking going to a 10:30pm showing. We left after 1am!! It probably could have ended before the 2-hr mark, but none the less... a great movie.

    • 4 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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  • Must Go!
    Written January 5, 2013

    This is 40

    by diazfamd

    The movie was very good. A couple of not so real scenes, but overall felt like real life as a married man. It was funny and at the same time had some very good messages.

    • 4 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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  • No
    Written January 12, 2013

    This is 40

    by scareymovies

    sorry I saw it, would like money back.......nasty...want something funny and entertaining
    don't need to see all that crap ( examining his butt or sitting on the toilet, etc.)

    • 4 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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    Written December 24, 2012

    Good movie but long

    by Linag1113

    This was a funny movie, at times, but I feel like it was dragged out WAY too long. I'd recommend waiting until it is available to rent rather than spending money at the theater.

    • 4 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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  • No
    Written December 23, 2012

    Disappointing

    by Bob79

    There are memorable and funny scenes in this movie, to be sure. We were attracted by the trailers. But mostly, it's a chronicle of a dysfunctional family that has "potty-mouth." My wife and I, no prudes, wanted to leave the theatre at many points.

    I don't believe this is the norm for American families. There are many more inspiring flicks to go see. Don't waste your time.

    • 4 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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