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Post by Return of the Thin Olive Duke on Feb 7, 2016 17:48:19 GMT -5
Blades of Glory Dir. Will Speck and Josh Gordon Premiered March 30, 2007
When I told Minnie I was doing this movie, she became very excited. She’s up for almost any Will Ferrell movie, but though I had never seen it, one gets the impression that this is one of the lesser entries in his filmography. Was it? Yes. But that’s not entirely a bad thing.
Prettyboy ace Jimmy McElroy (Jon Heder) and preening lothario Chazz Michael Michaels (Ferrell) are professional figure skaters banned from mens’ singles after fighting each other over a tie. Years later, they discover that they can still compete as a couple. Their coach (Craig T. Nelson) optimistically tries to get them working together, while an incestuous brother-and-sister team (played perfectly by Will Arnett and Amy Poehler) use their little sister/slave (Jenna Fischer) to tear the two back apart.
Some of the jokes in this film fall flat, but just as many made me laugh for a good while, particularly one of the funniest chase scenes I've ever seen. As a parody of inspirational sports movies, it works great, and while it’s not entirely memorable, a fun time is guaranteed.
Additional Thoughts Next Time: Meet the Robinsons
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