One Paragraph Review: Zack and Miri Make a Porno

Zack and Miri tries admirably to tell a story about what happens when people try to have sex without feelings. There were some funny moments (and one gut wrenching scene involving a certain body function) but the moral of the story does sort of kill the funny. My biggest problem though was that I just didn't buy the acting. Zack aka Seth Rogan basically plays the same character as his other movies. And that's fine. And funny. But I just did not buy Elizabeth Banks in her role as Miri. I guess the role was specifically written for Rosario Dawson, but it didn't make sense to me. Miri is supposed to be this pathetic and ignored girl. But Elizabeth Banks is stunningly good looking. It's a gap that the movie never attempted to address.

One Paragraph Revew: Zack and Miri Make a Porno

Yes, "Zack and Miri" is unbelievably crude. It's usually hilarious, but is at it's worst when sometimes the dialog feels like a cheap "shock" tool. But what is really great is what Smith, again revealed to be a total romantic sap, is actually saying with this film. The irony here is that so many people have pre-crucified this movie for assuming that because it has the word "porno" in the title, it must disrespect sex as something casual or meaningless. The reality is that this movie actually loudly proclaims the exact opposite point. Despite an absolute barrage of off-limits words and an avalanche of on-screen sex and casual "porno" talk, Smith manages to make a film which actually unequivocally asserts that sex isn't just a physical act; that normal people can't (or at least shouldn't) have sex without love. This flick is funny, entertaining and, if you aren't squeamish when it comes to sex, is worth your money.