Hey, everyone. ”Moriarty” here.

I had a chance to see this film the other night, and I’ll be reviewing it soon. It’s another winner from the great team Judd Apatow’s assembled in the last few years.

First, let’s take a look at this test-screening report from New York, where “The Nugget” had a chance to see the film:

First time writer, long time reader of AICN here to give my two cents regarding the latest and greatest flick from the genius comedy duo Seth Rogen (writer) and Judd Apatow (producer). So me and the wifey were about to enter the theatre to catch THE REAPING, the latest studio crap fest, which she wanted to see. Please forgive her shitty taste in films. When by the grace of god, I encountered some dude giving out passes to a free flick. I glanced quickly at the flyer in his hand and I almost creamed in my pants. SUPER BAD from the people that brought you 40 year old Virgin. My love for that movie, Freaks and Geeks, and anything Seth Rogen and Judd Apatow have created is borderline obsessive. Their ability to capture the capture the essence of what is to be a nerd, geek, herb, dork speaks volumes to people like me or anybody who have ever felt like an outcast. So I jumped at the chance at seeing this film, especially since I have already read about it on this site.

We get in, wait for what seemed like an eternity for the movie to start, and the head chick in charge gave the usual speech, this film is incomplete, needs color correcting, has temporary music, blah blah blah, on with the show. The flick already had me smiling with its cheesy 70’s style opening credits set to a funky disco song. The premise of the film is standard for most coming of age films set in high school. Virgins trying to tap that ass before they graduate high school, however the approach is outstanding thanks to a brilliant script written by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg. First off let me say that I have not heard dialogue this sharp or witty since Pulp Fiction. It’s that fucking good. What Tarantino has done for the Crime/Action genre, these guys are doing for comedy. And that’s saying something when everyone knows that great comedy comes along like once in a blue moon (Thank you Harold Ramis) Now that I’ve officially given Rogen and Apatow a proper blow job, let me explain why you should all suck their dicks.

God how I cringe at the formulaic portrayal of nerds in cinema. Its always the same stuttering, spastic, pocket protector wearing, nasal voiced character you’ve seen in countless 80’s and 90’s teenage sex comedies. However in the case of SUPER BAD you get teenage geeks who actually look and talk like us when we were in high school. Hell, their conversations are probably similar to the ones we have now. This movie doesn’t depend on sight gags or slapstick bullshit. It’s funny because of 3 people: Jonah Hill (Accepted, 40 Year Old Virgin) Michael Cera ( Arrested Development) and newcomer Christopher Mintz-Plasse. These young actors are completely on point with their comic delivery of some of the funniest lines I’ve heard in ages. Their performances make this film feel so amazingly real. The chemistry between Cera and Hill is impeccable. Their friendship and impending separation ( they are both going to different colleges) is heartfelt and you completely sympathize with their quest for pussy. And finally, the arrival of one of the most lovable geeks to come along since Trevor Fehrman played Elias in Clerks 2. Mintz-Plasse, is great as MCLOVIN aka FOGEL. The minute he appears on screen you start laughing. The reason why is because we all knew some one like this in high school. The kid you knew would never get laid. The “Anti – Poon” as Jonah Hill’s character calls him. His mannerisms and expressions are hysterical and I almost pissed myself when he attempted to use his fake ID .

My only complaint is midway through we meet two cops played by Seth Rogen and Bill Hader (SNL). They are initially quite funny but soon wear out their welcome. This is a definitely a work in progress and their scenes need to be trimmed down quite a bit so the audience can get back to the main characters. Besides his self indulgent cameo, Seth Rogen has created a wonderful world that made me think about my days in high school. Not having sex, day dreaming, boner inducing hotties, the endless conversations about what we would do with said hotties. Mr. Rogen, thank you for nailing these experiences poignantly with your script. And thank you Judd Apatow for recognizing Seth Rogen’s talent and helping bring his clearly autobiograpical story to the big screen. I can’t wait to see Knocked up, especially now that the missus is expecting. We had a shotgun wedding but thank god I love her. In my book, these guys are the new Comedy kings. If you use this review, please call me The Nugget.
Thanks.

One quick correction to the review... the film was actually written by Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg, which you’ll appreciate the significance of when you realize how much the Seth and Evan in the movie are patterned on the friendship between the real guys. I know he mentioned it in passing, but he goes on and on about Rogen, while I think it's the chemistry between these two as writers and friends that makes their work what it is. Just giving credit where it’s due.

Now... wanna take a look at the first trailer?

For some reason, Sony’s made this a situation where you have to “prove” you’re 18 to see the trailer. I’m not sure why, since it’s a green-banded trailer approved for all audiences, but I guess Sony’s covering their ass.

The movie itself is breathtakingly dirty at times, but it’s all language. It’s two high school kids talking the way high school kids tend to talk, and about the subjects you’d imagine. There’s a sweetness underneath it all that I think more than makes up for it, but still... it seems like Sony’s nervous if they’re putting this behind a wall that only age or a fake ID made out to McLovin will get you past.

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Thanks for the review, “Nugget.”

Drew McWeeny, Los Angeles