Yesterday I went to watch “Get Smart” starring Steve Carell and Anne Hathaway. After seeing reviews on RottenTomatoes.com, I had very low expectations for this movie because it got bad reviews.

I heard that if you’ve seen the original television series (which I haven't), that you probably won’t enjoy the movie version of it. Despite that claim it was a pretty funny movie, somewhat predictable though because I guessed the villain during the first 30 minutes of the movie.

Steve Carell was funny and had perfect comedic timing … his physical comedy was hilarious. His wit and humor were almost like the character he plays on, “The Office”. The movie in my opinion was just one of those “slap stick humor” type films where you can laugh together with your friends.

Anne Hathaway played a good balance to Steve’s character. She provided the serious part of the team. She did have her moments though.

There was one guy seated close to me who busted out laughing several times and one time got out of his chair laughing and slapped the seat in front of him.

Thank goodness I was two seat’s over because he would have probably slapped ME if I were sitting next to him.

Anyway … I had fun going out and it was nice to be with a couple of people and laugh because I had a tiring week at work. When the movie ended all of us parted ways and headed home.

I was low on gas and decided to get some near my house and to my surprise it was $4.09!!! I think that’s pretty cheap for gas around here..average I think is around $4.09 - $4.15.



THAT right there is a full tank of gas!! I haven’t seen the gas tank full like this for months … I was happy for a change.

Comments:

I'll definitely try to find the British version of "The Office". I didn't know it existed. I love BBC TV.

comment by lunarhunk on July 10, 2008 12:37 PM ()

I can't even remember the last time gas was under $4 here.
It's rare for me to watch movies at a theater anymore, I usually wait until they're released on DVD, but my friends wanted to see the movie. Not exactly the movie I would have chosen to see but it wasn't too bad.

reply by mattguru18 on July 11, 2008 11:48 AM ()

Will pass this up.Not my type of movie.Maybe on DVD is I am
hot up for a movie.

Hey Matt, do like Steve Carell although have never seen him do anything more than accept an award for his acting:-) If you have not seen it already, suggest you watch the BRITISH version of "The Office" with the hysterical and very talented Ricky Gervais (he and his friend actually created "The Office!" The British version ran for 12 episodes plus a finale, all of which are simply gems!) Glad you enjoyed the "Get Smart" movie. Do not care for tv shows adapted to movies in general although I thought the first "Brady Bunch" movie was funny, and want to see "Sex and the City" since I was addicted to show. LOL. Can not see anyone else in the role of Agent 99 but the wonderful (now deceased) actress Barbara Feldon

comment by brian45 on July 10, 2008 8:54 AM ()

It is available on DVD to rent or buy and is the "original" Office

reply by brian45 on July 11, 2008 12:31 PM ()

I'll definitely try to find the British version of "The Office". I didn't know it existed. I love BBC TV.

reply by mattguru18 on July 11, 2008 11:52 AM ()