Das Schwergewicht

Erst jetzt konnte ich Bad Teacher richtig wertschätzen. Das Schwergewicht ist eine so nervige Variation des erwähnten Filmes, dass es nicht sein kann, dass seine Autoren alles ernst gemeint haben. Ich werde mich selbst sicherlich nicht davon überzeugen können, dass die 105 Minuten eine raffinierte Parodie gewesen sind. Viele verschiedene Klischees (von patriotischen über religiöse bis hin zu dem Glauben an sich selbst usw.) mit einem nicht besonders witzigen Komiker in der Hauptrolle und mit Salma Hayek, die hier ihr Talent vergeudet hat (ihre Schönheit aber zum Glück nicht). Es gab zwar ein paar witzige Augenblicke, aber trotzdem… Der Film ist nicht besonders gut, diesen Wettkampf hat Hollywood schon in der ersten Runde verloren. (13.04.2013)

Why does every film with Sandler or James have to start in a way that makes you want to give up and forget about the film? You have the main character in front of you who is as likable as a hemorrhoid that just popped out, and that certainly isn't something that would grab your attention and make you watch the whole time. Instead, you hope that this "hero" falls out of the window or kills himself on a motorcycle as quickly as possible. However, there is no such relief awaiting you, the only positive thing is that this idiot transforms into a somewhat bearable guy who tries to help his colleague. By the way, this irresponsible guy with Kevin James' face is a teacher at a school. Once again, the question arises: how is it possible that America has so many scientists? More: http://www.filmovy-denik.cz/2013/02/profesor-v-ringu-2012-40.html (15.03.2013)

The film alternates between very decent moments and absolutely pathetic moments. Unfortunately, it’s not an even ratio, the pathetic ones clearly win. Plus, the plot is very transparent, all the shots in the ring/arena look incredibly amateurish, and everything is drenched in pathos. To my own surprise, I liked Kevin James in the film. I find it strange, but I truly did. (18.08.2016)

Kevin James was downright born to play the role of that stud. Also, this was perhaps the first movie where I had no problem with him being in the lead role. It’s apparent that he can carry a movie on his own, no problem. And when it comes to that, every MMA fan surely has to appreciate a pleasant comedy with some special roles. (22.03.2014)