I Love You, Man

I Love You, Man (2009)
Directed by John Hamburg
Length: 105 minutes
Rated R for pervasive language, including crude and sexual references



Thank you Judd Apatow for creating the bromance genre! Some people have claimed that these dude loving, guy comedies are getting out of hand, but how can anyone think so when the movies are just so hilarious! For years, guys have had to watch romantic comedies and think, "Is this really what chicks are like?" Now the shoe is on the other foot as girls get to see how we males really act when there aren't any females around.

I Love You, Man is the story of Peter Klaven, played by the amazing Paul Rudd (Year One, Monsters vs. Aliens), a real estate agent preparing to marry his girlfriend, but with one problem: Peter doesn't have any guy friends, leading to the dilemma of no best man. After embarking on a series of man-dates, Peter meets Sydney Fife, the equally great Jason Segel (Gulliver's Travels, How I Met Your Mother), who quickly becomes the friend Peter has been looking for.

The Apatow crew boast many of the best comedic actors in the business today, and Rudd and Segel are no exception. Rudd has displayed his sarcastic wit for many years, but has only recently begun to receive the recognition he deserves. Segel, like wise, has only lately begun to receive recognition, largely stemming from his breakout hit Forgetting Sarah Marshall. Part of what makes I Love You, Man so great is the timing and delivery that the actors have perfected. From the main actors down to the smallest supporting actors, everyone delivers their line with impeccable timing that leaves the audience rolling. Specifically of note, Jamie Pressly (My Name is Earl) and Jon Favreau (G-Force) are amazing as the married friends of Peter's fiancee whose arguments often turn into promises of role play in the bedroom.

Some people may be worried that this is just more of the same, but this film has a lot to offer that is fresh and new. The focus on the interaction between soon-to-be married couple and new best friends is an interesting concept, and one we all face in our lives; trying to strike the perfect balance of fun with friends but spending time with your significant other obviously weighs on everyone. Ultimately, I Love You, Man leaves you quoting plenty of memorable scenes. Definitely do not let this classic comedy pass you by!

Final Rating: 4 out of 5 stars

Favorite Quote:
Peter Klaven: "Slapping the bass! Slappa da bass! Slappa da bass mon! Slappa da bass mon!"