Directed and Written by : Paul Feig
Starring : Melissa McCarthy, Jason Statham, Rose Byrne, Miranda Hart, Allison Janney, Jude Law,
Release Date : May 20, 2015
What happens when you combine a spy action thriller, a comedic farce, and a self-deprecating lead actress? You get the generically titled movie "Spy." At first glance, it's easy to criticize this for being a broad comedy without much to offer, but then the great cast and the overall fun of the movie might just encourage a less-critical point of view. It succeeds in the kind of entertainment that it wants to be.
There are some dialogue and witty banter here that I particularly found hilarious, and it's mostly involving Melissa McCarthy. However, actors such as Jason Statham and Allison Janey, really stole the scenes they were in. It's much too fun hearing Statham's stories about what a hardcore badass spy he is, and it's great how those tales escalate into absolute impossibilities. Janey as the straight faced CIA boss absolutely wins in her deliveries, and it's that deadpan humor that balances out the slapstick comedy in the film.
This is one of those cases where some sharp writing and directing by Paul Feig, and the comedic talents of the cast, really makes what should be a terrible movie into one that's enjoyable to watch. From the recurring inside jokes to the pure parody of action movie tropes, this movie actually has a lot to offer as an action comedy. Sure the plot can be ridiculous and the last act of the movie kinda just falls apart, but it's a fun ride through and through.
It's easy to dismiss "Spy" just based on watching the trailer or for any bias against Melissa McCarthy, but I'm glad I gave it a chance. It was just a fun time at the movies. I actually wouldn't mind seeing a sequel.
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