Review: The Inbetweeners Movie
Inbetweeners The four suburban teen heroes make a welcome return, even though it may not be on the comfort of your own home it is well worth the trek to the local multiplex. Drawing comparisons to American Pie, The Inbetweeners is a raucously funny movie combining gross out comedy and quippy one liners, it is a fantastic mixture of hilarity.
The writers; Damon Beesley and Iain Morris, have stated time and again that the series had a shelf life, it being set in a sixth form with the characters having to clearly move on, and their integrity on the matter is much appreciated. The Inbetweeners movie is a nice way to tie up the loose ends of the last episode as well as an understandable situation to base a movie on; a lads holiday after sixth form is over. Excellent. It can be watched by those that haven't seen the series but obviously is going to cater to the fans more.
It also manages to throw in a few sentimental moments among all the clunge. Fantastic. Though I must admit, my favourite Inbetweener is Will (Simon Bird), his awkwardness coupled with his intelligence make him amazingly witty. Jay (James Buckley) fulfils the crudeness quota with aplomb with a helping hand from dim but happy Neil (Blake Harrison). I've got to say, Neil has one of the most genius moments in the film, with his epiphany about the reversal of the word God. It was great. Simon (Joe Thomas), wearing his heart on his sleeve, is slightly annoying with his obsession with Carly (Emily Head) but he remains adorable as always.
The film’s score is mind-blowing. Mike Skinner has outdone himself and it fits in perfectly with the theme. That and I’m pretty sure there’ll be a new dance craze hitting all the clubs this summer thanks to Neil’s spectacular moves. Also, a special appearance from Anthony Head is a nice addition.
No bus wankers but still an unmissable outing to the cinema.
Released: 17.08.2011
Will (Simon Bird), Simon (Joe Thomas), Jay (James Buckley) and Neil (Blake Harrison), have finished school forever, and are off on their first lads’ holiday. They’ve got two weeks in Malia with no parents, no teachers, no money, and little chance with the ladies.
