A classic comedy of our time. A modern day " Carry On" version of Little Miss Sunshine but set in the Redneck world of NASCAR racing. Will Ferrell plays "Ricky Bobby", the product of a Diner Bathroom one night stand. Fantastic casting with Sacha Baron Cohen sliding into the driving seat as Bobby's arch rival in the guisse of a gay ex Formular1 driver "Jean Girard". As the wacky plot unravels we are treated to an array of beautifully observed american social stereotypes. As the US and French cultures smash head on with hysterical results, we are treated to multi facetted race in which the good guys win and the losers lose. Put your brain away and bust a gut with some brilliant lines.
bought this dvd because of good referrals from other people. unfortunately found it rather puerile and childish. The comedy is poor and does not come near acceptable status. This is probably why it went cheaply at auction
very funny film a must for the collection superb on blue ray the story is about the life of ricky bobby who has an accident when racing and learns how to drive fast again with some very funny scenes
This is Will Ferrell doing Days of Thunder. It isnt a serious NASCAR movie, and will appeal best to Ferrell fans. The story isnt un believable, but based in comedy for Ferrells "If you aint first, you're last" comments to precede 'doing' his wife on the dinner table in front of her father. Its a Comedy Folks. Its a movie to sit and snigger at, not one to clarify to your parents (in-law) thats you'd never be at that carry on. The excellent Sacha Baron Cohen, (aka Borat) slips easily into another identity creating the 'Arch'Villan of the movie. Its Will Ferrell folks, he's done High School, TV presenting, Ice skating, Elves, High School Football, this is his take at NASCAR. Its excellent.
First of all I am not a Will Ferrell fan. I've seen a few of his flicks and although he may be a funny guy, his films have disappointed. I'm not sure then really what made me pick up Talledega Nights (possibly because Sacha Baron Cohen is in it....), but hell-yeah - this is one enjoyable movie. Someone somewhere else has mentioned this is "purile". And ? What were you expecting ? This is simply dumb redneck humour and it's hilarious. The casting is spot on as the characters all seem to gel, and some of the cinematography is surprisingly good. Turn off your brain, settle down, and enjoy y'all. SHAKE & BAKE !!
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