Ok, I'm a little confused on how the title of this film passed so easily without any second thought about it, considering Kevin Smith's Cop Out was originally called "A Couple of Dicks" but changed it due to the idea that people would be offended. But anyway, this is a film about a high school "nobody" named Dave, who decides to make something of his life and become a real-life superhero. He realizes soon enough that it's not as easy as it seems--especially when his costume is made from cotton.
This film is very funny throughout and extremely entertaining. It may not be the most hilarious thing you've ever seen, but it's not just the comedy that keeps your attention, it's the very unique and interesting storyline. However, there are many things about this film that can be distasteful, such as the gross violence and the profanity coming out of an 11-year-old girl's mouth. Also, there was a couple of deaths that were played off too quickly as humor.
Yeah, sure, parts of it are unrealistic, but that's the point--it's supposed to be like a superhero film and a real-life comedy all at the same time (and it accomplished that). It is a great concept, and I'm really curious to see how the sequel is going to turn out (if there is any).
Overall Grade: B+
-Ethan Brehm
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