Stretch

If you choose an independent, anarchic ride across the City of Angels as a catalyst for your dislike of the studio system, it might not hurt to treat the characters a little (in)humanly and bring the insane whirlwind of shit to a more impactful end. I understand what Carnahan is trying to achieve with his message, but in the last third, he starts to push it in an overly obvious and predictable way. On the other hand, I won’t deny my desire to watch the film again. 3 ½. (25.11.2014)

An excellent stylish action/comedy ride, which gave me much more than I expected. Patrick Wilson plays a seasoned guy while Chris Pine portrays a real nutjob. Overall, this was a road limousine taxi trip that I probably won’t forget easily. Actually, it wasn’t as funny as it was cool, and I just hope that this film’s fame spreads as much as possible, because it really deserves recognition. (07.12.2014)

Sometimes one wonders what pieces of intestinal debris make it into the theaters, but can this luxury limousine ride really not find a distributor? Heh. Carnahan filmed this heartfelt movie with comrades from the branch about a limo driver who wants to become an actor (cliché) and the fateful blows dealt on him by the all-powerful Chris Pine. He happened to play one of the myriad of pleasant, braindead weirdos (with a face like Spider Jerusalem before skiing down hill) and almost achieves the so-far unbeaten creations of the Nazi freak from Smokin’ Aces. Patrick Wilson at last can enjoy a good role and I wish him more of the same. He deserves it. Jessica Alba for once fine and not annoying. Oh, and the unforgettable cameo by a certain Hoff. Hasselhoff. An excellent array of snappy lines, humor and satisfaction. It went down really well. - Who gets fat around the neck? - Sexy people. (15.10.2014)

This movie could definitely have been better, there are some strange twists and the ending is kind of dull and boring, but it still has its charm and I quite enjoyed it. I like Patrick Wilson and some actors here truly pleased me. So yes, the script is not a miracle, but there are moments that will entertain you. David Hasselhoff is entertaining everywhere and Chris Pine is once again a great weirdo. (17.10.2014)

The chauffeur profession as portrayed by Patrick Wilson is really no mean feat. At times it did feel like a bit of a "what else can go wrong and what seeming absurdity will happen this time" game with the viewer, but the fun of it cannot be denied. And I don't mind emotional endings in films this simple, quite the contrary. (10.12.2019)