John Cena's comedy career is on fire. Not bad. He's found success with Judd Apatow and James Gunn, and now he's taking on a stressed realtor role in Little Brother, where he butts heads with Eric André's chaos-prone Marcus, in a dynamic that's familiar yet occasionally hilarious, echoing the comedic gold of classics like Planes, Trains & Automobiles and What About Bob?, but with a predictability that unfortunately undermines its full potential.
It's funny. The humor works. You'll laugh with Little Brother, it's that kind of game, I mean, movie. They've got a good cast, Michelle Monaghan and Christopher Meloni, they all work well together, especially Cena and André. The comedy is not bad, it's just a bit predictable, you'll see what's coming. They've made a feel-good movie, it's what you'd expect from a comedy, not many surprises, but it's okay. The real feel of the movie is in its laughs, it's a mixed bag, though.
The 10 Funniest Moments That Almost Save It
You'll find Little Brother is funny. It's the comedic moments that save it. They're hilarious, with Eric André's character taking a beating. That's the real feel of it. The story is predictable, though. It's a key issue, we've seen it before. The film had potential for more, it just didn't go there, you'll notice that.
It's the real feel between Rudd and Marcus that makes this work. They've got history. Rudd starts off pretty anxious. You'll see him grow, it's a key part of the story. The cast is worth mentioning, with Sherry Cola as Mia, Rudd's assistant, adding some depth. Rudd's transformation is compelling. The story is predictable, though.
Worth the $60? Barely
Little Brother gets a 7. It's funny. You'll laugh. For fans of physical comedy, this is a good choice. We've seen the humor before, with Eric André's style shining through in the bodily jokes. The fake penises and bare asses are there, making for a decent watch with friends, though it won't stick with you long after.
The Bad Gamer Take
Judd Apatow will continue to produce comedies with predictable yet hilarious storylines because his formula has proven to be successful with audiences. Eric André's chaotic character will be the highlight of Little Brother, making it a worthwhile watch for fans of physical comedy. WATCH Eric André's performance in Little Brother to see his signature style of humor shine through in the bodily jokes and comedic moments.
Little Brother is okay. It's funny. The leads have chemistry. You'll laugh, for sure. It's a shame, though, that it plays it so safe with its comedy, because we've seen this type of humor before, and it's not like they're trying to mix it up or anything, which is key to making it stand out in a crowded field of similar comedies, with the result being a pretty middling experience overall.
<strong>"6 Out of 10: Fun But Forgettable"</strong>
- Little Brother stars John Cena and Eric André in a comedic dynamic of opposites.
- The film releases on June 26, 2023, on Netflix.
- It receives a review score of 7 for its comedic moments and predictability.
- The movie's strength is in its absurd humor, particularly with Eric André's character.
