It was an enjoyable film, though I don’t anticipate revisiting it, and I would suggest others check it out. The movie brought to mind "Bounty Hunter," yet also incorporated aspects of "Guest House" and "The Hustle." I found the depiction of a sociopath's psychology quite unsettling within this kind of film, but it does offer a detailed look at having one’s identity taken over and the kinds of people who engage …

It’s unusual for friends to take on other people's identities, isn't it? Although it’s not as terrible as some reviewers claim, Identity Thief is difficult to suggest to moviegoers seeking a lighthearted comedy. Clocking in at almost two hours, the film seems to have dropped Melissa McCarthy into a project, constructed several dubious recurring jokes around her, and then added Jason Bateman for some appeal. The st…