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Imagine a life where you are flat broke, unreliable, and have trouble doing the easiest job in the family business. That is the life of David Wozniak (Vince Vaughn). Being the delivery man for his father's meat market, Wozniak lives a debt-riddled life, and not even his girlfriend, Emma (Cobie Smulders) can count on him to be around. Upon learning Emma is pregnant with David's child, and Emma's telling David that he is unreliable and does not have a life, Wozniak sets out to do just that – get a life.

While working to get a life, a lawyer from a fertility clinic stops by David's apartment to tell him that for over three years, the clinic accidentally only used his sperm, which he donated almost 700 times in order to earn some money, and is the biological father of 533 children. The lawyer tells Wozniak that, even though he signed an anonymity clause under the name Starbuck, his children are filing a lawsuit to find out who their father is.

Wanting to stay anonymous, David goes to his lawyer/friend, Brett (Chris Pratt), to fight the lawsuit. And after Brett gave David an envelope containing the profile of 142 of his kids, David sets out to meet them and be their guardian angel, all the while proving himself as a father and person to Emma.

A remake of the 2011 movie Starbuck, Delivery Man is OK. The movie isn't bad, but it's not the greatest movie ever. The story, crazy as it is, is heartwarming, watching Vince Vaughn's character attempt to silently reach out to his children. In the movie, we see a different side of Vince Vaughn's acting. Normally, in movies such as Dodgeball and Wedding Crashers, we see your typical comedic-movie character. However in Delivery Man, Vaughn shows feeling and emotion, really getting across what Wozniak must be feeling and how he is handling it. Cobie Smulders' performance is fine, and Chris Pratt's character doesn't make much of an impact, but overall, the movie is fine. While I did laugh a couple times, I personally am not so sure that Delivery Man should be classified as strictly a comedy, especially since I laughed more during Thor: The Dark World than this particular movie. Nonetheless, Delivery Man is a decent, feel good movie that won't waste your time.

Rating: 6 of 10

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I went in with low expectations and I found this movie to be, better than I expected. I just wish, the movie stood out more. It was way too similar to the director's original work; 2011's film, Starbucks. If you watch Starbuck and this movie side-by-side, the two are almost indistinguishable, there are very few differences, between them! Which makes you wonder why they even bothered to remake it? Honestly, the only big difference, I can notice, is the fact, that this film was in English, rather than in French. I know, that the American market is bigger and they wanted the film to appeal to them, but gees…they could had done more, than change a few things. The movie still is a near-carbon copy mirror to the Canadian film. I really hope, that they would bring, something new. If not, just save money, and add English subtitles or redub it for the American audiences. Anyways, the premise of the two films directed by Ken Scott is the same, it tells the story of an affable underachiever named David Wozniak, this time played by Vince Vaughn, who finds out he's fathered over 500 children through anonymous donations to a fertility clinic 20 years ago. Now he must decide whether or not to come forward when 142 of them file a lawsuit to reveal his identity. Will David reveal his identity or will David fight back, for his right to privacy? Watch the movie to find out! Anyways, without spoiling the movie too much, I found, the whole premise to be interesting, but very unrealistic at parts. One of the biggest problems in the film is how he found out, that he father certain people. Ryan (Sébastien René) is one of them. The man appears to be mentally handicapped and never speaks. So, how on earth was Ryan, able to contact, a lawyer, so that he can get his father to spill his identity!? It doesn't make sense. Maybe, the hospital caretaker did it, for him, but what would be, the reasons why. Even, if the clinic, that David went to, was somewhat corrupt, which explains, why his sperms was used so much; it's still has the records of donors medical screening and testing. It's enough to help Ryan with his case. While, David spending time with Ryan is heartwarming, I have to say, it's somewhat illogical. Another problem with the film, is the time, he spent with Kristen (Britt Robertson), the heroin addict. It was very miss opportunity, to have, some really needed depth. I really wished, the movie explore, more with her character. I would love to see, David, go through the hard decisions, to send her to rehab, or let her continue to be a junkie, or better yet, have her character die, and him, understand, why it's very importation to have, a father around. Instead of the unrealistic sub-story resolve that we got. It's really hard to believe, that a heroin addict would be able to kick her bad habit, so quickly, because of a new job. Come on, movie! You could had done, better. I would have love to see, the movie go, a little dark at times. I would love the movie to explore, nature vs nurture with the crazy, out there character of Viggo (Adam Chanler-Berat). Honestly, I would love to see Adam Chanler-Berat, play the bad seed-villain, son, but the movie never truly go, anywhere with his character. The movie could had been more risky with its subject matter. Themes like Genetic Sexual Attraction, Abandonment Trauma, Attachment Issues, etc. etc. could had make the movie, so much, more complex and appealing. It's a shame, because a little more family melodrama would have made this film, so much better, instead of the court-room drama. The whole legal obligation of the film seem like add extra unnecessary drama. In reality, even if David had a horrible lawyer, he would still win the case 100% hands down. Still, Ken Scott & Martin Petit's screenplay was well-written. There are a number of really touching, heartwarming, moments in this movie which I didn't exactly expect due to the subject matter and Vince Vaughn being the star. My favorite part of the film was the interaction with the kids. Loved that the kids were all, somewhat different. Honestly, the whole premise of him, helping out his children, could work, better as a TV show. Obviously, each episode could focus on him meeting one or two of his kids. It'd be a good way to flesh out the many children, instead of these half-written caricatures that the audience got to see. There were some moments in the film, that a few characters stories never get resolved or explained. A good example is the nameless gay guy. That particular character's life story, go, really nowhere. Another thing is where are the parents for these young adults? You would think the movie would bring that up. Anyways, because of that, this screenplay could need a little bit, more polish. The marketing for this film, really got it all wrong. The trailer of this film made it seem like a comedy, but the film definitely felt more like a drama then a comedy. I still did laugh at some moments. The acting in this film is alright. Vince Vaughn was fine. He did, very well, with his role. Chris Pratt, as Brett, David's lawyer, not so much, but he was pretty charming. One person that wasn't, is Cobie Smulders as Emma, David's pregnant girlfriend. I didn't like her. Her character was so unlikeable in the way, she treats David. I really didn't want them to end up, together. Overall: While it's an unnecessary Hollywood remake of a lovely foreign film. It's still worth watching, even if this sperm donor dramedy is shooting blanks. As least, it's better than the foreign rip-offs, Bollywood's 2012 Vicky Donor or 2013's Fonzy.

Though labeled and advertised as a comedy, Delivery Man, has dramatic depth and an emotional pull. Vince Vaughn is charming as the reluctant father of hundreds of children and Chris Pratt is perfectly cast as his earnest, yet struggling friend. While the premise is a bit absurd, Vaughn's performance, along with the subtle brilliance of Pratt, elevates the material into an intriguing 105 minutes.

You can see and feel the struggle as life-changing decisions are being made by the main character. The connection that is developed between David and some of his children, especially Ryan, helps make the whole situation seen somewhat believable. However, in order to fully enjoy the film, you have to throw rationale out the window and ignore the gnawing thought that no one could successfully father 533 children. Though I thought some of the character motivations were superficial (So, a loan shark threatened his dad?) and relationships underdeveloped (Who even is Emma and why is she dating David?), it was an emotionally gripping film I would gladly recommend.

There's much to like about this movie. Vince Vaughn is so likeable, the overall concept is interesting and the Chris Pratt character provides some truly hilarious moments. However, after the courtroom scene the movie derails into a standard and predictable ending that's so trite and overlong that I found myself wishing it would just end already! Honestly, I would've preferred it if the main character just kept clandestinely visiting his biological kids. That was the most interesting aspect of the film, imo. Anyway, I liked it overall but that generic ending left a bit of a bad taste. Still recommend based off of the good performances and an intriguing premise.

Delivery man ?!?!? Not great gave it a 4/10 I would not go to the pictures to see I would recommend that you wait for it to come on to sky movies or one of the others to watch it it will save you money because paying £8 at the pictures is not worth it. The film was over the top 533 kids come on it could of been a 100 and still worked. The actors I like in most of there films but this one was a let down on a big scale. There acting so poor and over the top trying to be funny but just not. I don't know by watching it if it what type of film it was trying to be ?!?!? Funny,drama I just can not put it into one or the over. Looking at the opening takings and gross so far it looks to be a flop and could even take the lowliest taking film of the year

From c-ss-123 the review that matters

Vince Vaughn plays a lovable character in his mid 40's who still lives the life of a guy in his early 20's. He works as a terrible delivery man for the family's Brooklyn based butcher shop. His father is a Russian immigrant who grew up in extreme poverty, his mother deceased, and has two older and wiser brothers. Vaughn has blown a lot of money he borrowed from the local mob, on what is unknown. His character made over 600 donations to a sperm bank 20 years prior. The bank used only his donations for about three years resulting in over 500 children, now about 150 of them (now in their late teens or early 20's) filed to find out who the alias is they know as "Starbuck" named after a very fertile bull. He is also dating a local cop who just became pregnant and isn't sure if she wants him in her life due to his immaturity. He sees his brothers and best friend with their kids and after hearing about the kids from his donations he gets the "daddy itch". He becomes curious and randomly starts looking at his kids paper profiles and checks in on them to see what their like and at the time feels the need to do something to help or support them. The movie highlights; a NBA player, an underage girl on her own addicted to heroine, a street musician, a barista trying to be an actor, a severely disabled young man, a local lifeguard, a gay guy, a nail technician, and a very complicated sensitive guy who yearns for attention and family. Vaughn without identifying himself rallies the kids to lean on each other as a family and meets with them for a planned camp out and he brings his disabled son. His girlfriend comes around and it ends on a good note of a large and involved family and his debt to the mob payed off.

This movie is a remake of a French Canadian film named "Starbuck" and Vaughn's character was originally played by the actor who gave a flawless silent version of his disabled son in this remake. It is a comedy with some heavy emotional moments, there were things that were not needed in the storyline, like pot growing, and ended on a bit of a weird moment. The scene at the end with his girlfriend after she gives birth of she loves him then hates him for fathering over 500 children and she does not want him involved in her or their son's life then she loves him again and wants to marry him. All in a few minute scene, weird and could have been written better. Overall heartwarming, funny, with more than expected heavier moments. Whomever did the marketing did a poor job, to go into a movie expecting one thing and getting another results in a bad experience for the viewers. It is very entertaining and overall I really liked it, although I wish I knew more of what to expect.

When I first saw the trailers for Delivery Man I knew exactly what they were aiming for. They were trying to craft a comedy in the same style as films like Click which was a very funny movie but with a serious emotional message behind it. I wasn't sure Vince Vaughan could pull that off since most of his comedy is very slapstick silly and often stupid. Still I had modest expectations and was willing to try it. The best compliment I can give Delivery Man is that it is sweet and adorable. It doesn't go above and beyond to blow you away, the comedy is subtle and appropriate, the script smart enough to keep you entertained. It absolutely tries so hard and I have to give them kudos for doing exactly that. It certainly isn't a bad movie, I was quite entertained but its not something that I would pass on to friends or talk about how "hilarious" it was. I haven't seen the film it is based on (Foreign film entitled Starbuck) but I understand why they thought this would work as a remake. I'm not sure they cast correctly and I think they may have rushed production just a little bit but you won't be disappointed if you go in with decent expectations.

Vince Vaughan has had a varied career in films. He has tried to be versatile but he fits into a niche without a doubt. People have a certain expectation from him as a comedian and I'm not sure Delivery Man fits his persona. Still he absolutely has an every-man quality about him and that mostly works for the movie. He is decent in the role and the script doesn't give him a lot of depth to work with. The character is very cut and dry and stereotypical as a middle-aged "loser" man-child that hasn't grown up yet. Chris Pratt is actually very good in his role as Vaughan's best friend and lawyer. The script severely underused Pratt because he has some of the funniest scenes in the film, certainly the most laugh out loud moments, but we don't see enough of him. His chemistry with Vaughan is decent but his scenes are best when its just him. Cobie Smulders is okay at best in her role as Vaughan's love interest. The chemistry between them is non-existent and they just seem very awkward together. Smulders' get no real development to her character (why they even bothered to show her once in uniform as a Police officer is beyond me) and she is squandered and appears bored. Wrong casting choice certainly. The supporting cast are decent though they get very little screen time. Appearances by Bobby Moynihan and Andrzej Blumenfeld are worth nothing as Vaughan's brother and father. Vaughan's various children in the film are all decent but none of them really get enough screen time to demonstrate any importance to the cast. There is just too much ground to cover and they get a lot of missed opportunities. I did enjoy the performances by Britt Robertson and Jack Reynor the most of the brood of kids.

Ken Scott who wrote and directed the film as well as the original film Starbuck certainly has an interesting concept to play on. I just felt like Delivery Man often didn't know whether it wanted to be an out and out comedy or drama or what it wanted. It will hit almost the right notes and just when you think its really going to take off…it just sort of taxies. As I said, the film is enjoyable, much moreso than some of other Vaughan's attempt at humour and I enjoyed the fact that it wasn't full of stupid toilet humour. I give them a lot of kudos for attempting to create a smart, fun little comedy and it was exactly that. If you go in expecting a laugh a minute slapstick-fest you'll be disappointed so go in with the proper expectations. 7/10

I saw "Delivery Man", starring Vince Vaughn-The Internship, Old School; Cobie Smulders-How I Met Your Mother-t.v., The Avengers-2012; Chris Pratt-Parks and Recreation-t.v. and Bobby Moynihan-SNL-t.v., When in Rome.

This is not your normal Vince Vaughn comedy. It is a comedy, but it also wants to tug at your heart strings-maybe Vince is trying to branch out a little by doing something different. It is based on a movie from Canada called 'Starbucks'-FYI:Vince uses Starbucks as a nickname in his donations of bodily fluids. Vince plays an underachiever that drives a meat delivery truck for his dad. He can not make his deliveries on time, he can not be trusted to be on time with anything, even with his girlfriend Cobie, plus, he owes a loan shark $80,000. About 20 years ago, Vince used to make extra money by donating his sperm to a fertility clinic. Because of a mix-up, his sperm was used to father 533 children, 142 of which want to know his identity. Chris plays Vince's long time friend that is a part time lawyer and Bobby plays one of Vince's brothers. The dilemma involves whether Vince should take responsibility and fess up to the kids-they are filing a class action law suit to learn his true identity. It's rated "PG-13" for violence, language, sexual content-no nudity-and drug content and has a running time of 1 hour & 43 minutes. It's not one that I would buy on DVD but it would be alright, as a rental.