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Evan Almighty
- In theaters June 22nd 2007
- Rated PG for mild rude humor and some peril
- RunTime: 95 min
- Matt's rating - 4.5 out of 5
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Matt's Review below
With all the rain we have received lately it is not
surprising that the new comedy in theaters this week
is about a guy building an ark. Evan Almighty stars
Steve Carell as a prominent politician who is told by
God to build an Ark. To do so means not only looking
strange to his family and friends but also jeopardizing
his entire political future. In the end he finds that God's
ways truly are not our own.
This is a charmingly funny film due mainly in part to
the comic timing of Steve Carell (Evan). Add to the mix
Wanda Sykes (Rita) and John Michael Higgins (Marty)
and you have a trio of improvisational greatness. But it
is more than just another comedy. When we talked to
Steve Carell he brought up the point that this is a film
with heart and a very kind message. There are some
very simple themes to this movie. It's a movie where
the whole family can grab a bucket of popcorn and
have a great time. Director Tom Shadyac agreed
adding, "this is an ark story with animals, and a boat
and a flood and I wanted everyone from a two year old
to a grandparent and every one in between to be able
to enjoy it". It is a film for all.
True this is a movie about God visiting Evan and
asking him to build an ark but it also has many
themes running through it. Themes of the importance
of family time and prioritizing your life. It is a story of
sticking it out with your spouse through tough times.
There are even strong elements of protecting the
environment. What works well in this film is that it says
all these things but never feels preachy or heavy
handed. At its root it is a comedy. But it shows that you
can watch a comedy for the whole family that is fun
and zany, and still learn something in the end.
Evan Almighty is rated PG for mild rude humor and
some peril. It is a fun ride for the entire family and you
would have to look long and hard to find anything
offensive. Unless animals offend you, then you may
be in trouble, because there are many in this film.
Lauren Graham who plays Evan's wife Joan said it
was hard to remember that the animals where there
to act. She wanted to make it her own little petting zoo.
So whether you are a fan of Carell or animals or a
comedy with heart, this is a film to enjoy. I give it 4.5
out of 5 animals walking two by two. With a look at
Evan Almighty, I'm Matt Mungle.
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Matt and Cindy are members of the North Texas
Film
Critics Association (NTFCA). For additional
reviews
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