Well, the year is already over halfway over, so while I won't go into a full detailed list of the Best and Worst of Comedy Films in 2011, I will still provide what I feel is the best and worst in this genre so far this year.
Worst Comedy Film in 2011: The Hangover Part II
Honestly, I'm a big fan of the first Hangover, but this selection was a no-brainer. Recycling the same plot in a different location, the screenwriter's thought that the best way to keep the movie fresh was to jack up the raunchiness a couple ten notches. The result is a way over the top film that doesn't realize extreme raunchiness and character development don't go hand in hand. It also grossed over $500 million worldwide....Hangover Part III here we come.
Best Comedy Film in 2011: Bridesmaids
This selection was also a no brainer. Kristen Wiig steps off of SNL and into the spotlight in a wonderfully hilarious movie that also has heart to it and real characters. While The Hangover Part II embraced stereotypes and exploited them (Leslie Chow, I'm sorry Ken Jeong, but it's true), Bridesmaids did the opposite and took what would be one joke sterotype characters and made them fleshed out and likeable (Melissa McCarthy). While Bridesmaids didn't earn as much money box office wise as The Hangover Part II did, I'm sure it'll be replayed many more times than that other shoddy sequel.
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