When you team up Judd Apatow, one of the best comedy directors working today, with Amy Schumer, one of the best comedians working today, you've struck gold. TRAINWRECK subverts the rom-com genre because of its unlikely protagonist, Amy, a woman who doesn't look perfect and is totally likable because of that. At the same time, the film's biggest flaw is how much it adheres to the rom-com formula, but it doesn't detract from the quality overall. TRAINWRECK essentially is a showcase of the many talents Schumer has to offer. It's a vehicle for her to tell the world, hey look, here's someone that you should be paying attention to. Additionally, it happens to be semi-autobiographical, and while often hilarious, it's also honest and heartfelt. In one surprisingly moving monologue, she gets to show a vulnerable side of herself, which you never get to see on her show.
In addition to Schumer, everyone else is pretty much perfect. Bill Hader, playing the love interest, is reliable as always. Brie Larson is also very good as Schumer's sister, reminding everyone the world's greatest mystery: why isn't she in more films?! However, John Cena surprises with a supporting role filled with hysterical one liners. On top of that, he has great comedic timing! Lastly, Tilda Swinton is flat out great and unrecognizable and even LeBron James manages to be quite funny. Sure, there are some scenes that fall flat, one of which involves Matthew Broderick and some sport announcers(?), making you question why the scene wasn't cut in the first place. Despite those minor bumps, TRAINWRECK is a hit. It's a hit for Apatow, and it's a hit for Schumer. Overall, TRAINWRECK is easily the best comedy of the year so far and solidifies Amy Schumer as a talent to watch.
In addition to Schumer, everyone else is pretty much perfect. Bill Hader, playing the love interest, is reliable as always. Brie Larson is also very good as Schumer's sister, reminding everyone the world's greatest mystery: why isn't she in more films?! However, John Cena surprises with a supporting role filled with hysterical one liners. On top of that, he has great comedic timing! Lastly, Tilda Swinton is flat out great and unrecognizable and even LeBron James manages to be quite funny. Sure, there are some scenes that fall flat, one of which involves Matthew Broderick and some sport announcers(?), making you question why the scene wasn't cut in the first place. Despite those minor bumps, TRAINWRECK is a hit. It's a hit for Apatow, and it's a hit for Schumer. Overall, TRAINWRECK is easily the best comedy of the year so far and solidifies Amy Schumer as a talent to watch.