'Semi-Pro' better than expected
Will Ferrell takes another successful stab at a sports comedy.
March 2, 2008
By Matt Lindberg
Earlier today, I saw the new Will Ferrell comedy "Semi-Pro" at the request of a good friend who wanted me to see it with him. I wanted to see it, but I could have waited until it was on rental. I don't know, I wasn't a fan of last year's "Blades of Glory" and I think Ferrell has pushed the sports-comedy genre as far as it can go.
For those like me who were not impressed with 'Blades of Glory,' fear not. 'Semi-Pro' is actually worth checking out. Now by no means is it a great film, but it's entertaining. You know what to expect of Will Ferrell by now-his "stupid and sarcastic" sense of comedy.
Andre Benjamin, better known as Andre 3000 of rap group OutKast, gives a solid performance. I definitely think based on the films I've seen of his, he's a good actor. He did a good job as a supporting cast member alongside Ferrell and Woody Harrelson. Harrelson was okay I guess too, but no Earth-shattering performance.
The point is, don't be so quick to judge the film. Yes, Ferrell is yet again doing another sports comedy. 'Semi-Pro' is better than 'Blades of Glory' and could possibly be up there with 'Talladega Nights,' but probably a notch below it.
Hopefully Ferrell is done with this genre, his next film is a comedy titled 'Step Brothers' alongside 'Dewey Cox' star John C. Reily and the always rumored 'Old School 2,' although I think the latter of the two fizzled out any hopes shortly after Vince Vaughn made 'The Breakup.'
I'll give this one 3 out of 5 stars because although Ferrell has been getting old lately, I found myself laughing quite often through this one. If you're a fan of Ferrell, you'll like it. If not, stay away, it's probably not something you'll enjoy.
Discussion
All comments are moderated by Kansan.com staff. For our full user policy, click here.
I was quick to discount this movie as just another one of Ferrell's attempts at a money-making comedy.. perhaps I'll check it out after all! I do love a lot of his work, but he's been making a lot of flicks lately that look the same on the outside. Maybe that's the point?
Ya, I think the whole sports comedy thing has had success for him, at least with Talleda Nights and he tried to capitalize on that. 'Semi-Pro' is worth seeing, but if you're not a big Ferrell fan, than wait for it to come out on DVD. I really am hoping they again toy with the idea of 'Old School 2' which I've read through some buzz that says it's called 'Project X'. We will have to see..
Share your 2¢
(Requires free registration.)