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Funny People (2009)

2009 • 2h 26m • Drama, Comedy • R
On September 29, 2026
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Kamurai on Funny People

7/10 · Oct 4, 2020

It's a genuinely enjoyable film that I’d happily watch again and suggest to others. I’m not sure if it's the fact that Adam Sandler portrays someone facing mortality, Seth Rogen’s consistently unhappy demeanor, the allure of being a professional comedian, or simply the filmmakers’ skill in blending a serious subject with humor while highlighting human qualities—especially values—but something about this movie really resonated. There are some well-executed “self-discovery” moments throughout. It's interesting to get a glimpse into how comedy works. The performers are all great; it isn't because the production team didn’t use their usual collaborators, but rather that they seemed to genuinely understand and embody their characters, resulting in very effective performances. Stories involving a character who is dying need careful handling—often leaning heavily toward melodrama ("The Fault in Our Stars"), although incorporating humor can make them easier to digest ("Stranger Than Fiction"). However, it’s tricky to avoid diminishing the significance of the death ("Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium"); and this film manages to strike that balance pretty well, even with its share of crude jokes. I believe people who enjoy stand-up comedy or follow comedic performers—like those from SNL—will appreciate this movie.

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