i must say,this movie is much better than i had anticipated.first off,i am not a fan of Sarah Jessica parker at all.She usually just annoys me.However,she is okay in this movie.She does a good job with her character.Anyway,the basic premise of the story is this:Tripp(Matthew McConaughey)is 35 years old and still living at home.His Parents Al(Terry Bradshaw)and Sue (Kathy Bates)want him to get out on his own and leave the nest.They find a woman named Paula(Sarah Jessica Parker)who specializes in getting men who still live at home to move out.they hire her to do just that.Of course things don't quite work out that way.Parker really comes across as sincere and genuine in her role,and even displays some good comic timing,which is a pleasant surprise.McConaughey also handles his role well,in both the dramatic and comedic scenes.the supporting performances ate also strong.Zooey Deschanel(Almost Famous,Elf) provides some comic relief as Paula's'bitter,somewhat boozy roommate.Bradley Cooper(Wedding Crashers,TV series Alias),plays one of Tripp's best friend "Demo"while Justin Bartha("National Treasure,and its upcoming sequel) Plays "Ace"another friend.Both also live at home with the parents.Patton Oswalt("Blade:Trinity","Reno 911) plays the role of the techie guy.Tripp's mother Sue(Bates-"About Schmidt","Misery" is wonderful as the mother who is torn about her son leaving.Terry Bradshaw(former Pittsburgh Steelers star Quarterback)is brilliant as the Father who can't wait for his son to leave,and has one particularly hilarious moment that must be seen to be believed.and Rob Corddry has an absolutely riotous cameo.i like the original premise behind the movie.however,inevitably the movie follows the formulaic romantic comedy route and does become maudlin at times.the ending,though predictable, is not realistic and is something that would only happen in a movie.However,on the whole,the movie is quite good,due mainly to the performances.i won't say it is excellent but it is as good as most in the genre.and well worth the time and money.7/10
Review of Failure to Launch
