not horrible nor great

Let me be very fair here, this is not the best movie in my opinion. But, this movie is fun, it has purpose and is very enjoyable to watch.

It's easily one of the freshest, sharpest and most enjoyable films of this year.

The thing I enjoyed most about the film is the fact that it doesn't shy away from being a super-sized-cliche;

Another American comedy that felt instantly forgettable. Despite the talent of its two central lead actors, I couldn't help but feel like it was one overextended 'Saturday Night Live' sketch. Perfectly fine to watch, but something you won't remember later that night. A married couple who go out for their weekly date night attempt to spice up their domestic life by assuming the identity of another couple to get a reservation at a restaurant. Bad idea is bad, crime shenanigans rapidly play out and so our film commences. Immediately, the chemistry between Carell and Fey works brilliantly. They bounce off each other, the expression in their dialogue is acute and the more endearing moments are conveyed eloquently. Their background in improvisational comedy seeps through the mechanical screenplay, allowing an additional layer of humour to be implemented. Granted, I didn't laugh but this is something to be expected now. Much like the Audi R8 that gets wrecked, the pacing is rapid as action set pieces blend well with the comedic tone. Unfortunately though it's just generic, and that's primarily due to the underdeveloped plot and an underused supporting cast. The story itself has no memorability as the couple search for a flash drive to give to a mobster boss. Functional but blandly dull. The inclusion of Wahlberg, Kunis and Franco should've made for some laugh out loud moments, but alas the script never gives them an opportunity to stand out. The conclusion, as always with these films, was far too convenient and had the quickest resolution ever. Director Levy sets up these scenarios and set pieces but fails to utilise them to their maximum comedy potential. Oh, even Ruffalo and Wiig are in this! Completely forgot about that. But then again, I've pretty much forgotten this film. It's not the least funniest date night, as I'm sure some of you will laugh, yet it's not the most exciting date night. Should've bought a cheeky Nando's instead...or Netflix and chill.

In New York City, a case of mistaken identity turns a bored married couple's attempt at a glamorous and romantic evening into something more thrilling and dangerous. Date Night mostly suceeds to Steve Carell's and Tina Fey's charm and chemistry but some of the laughs were a bit of a miss and hit. The cameos were also a bit on and off with me for example Wahlberg was good and so was Gal Gadot but some others? like J.B. Smoove, Mila Kunis and James Franco were weird and not even funny. Overall there are some nice chuckles, 2 great leads and some good cameos but it could have been better to be honest. (6/10)

Good movie to put on in the background. Funny jokes, crazy cameos, and no overtly awful scenes, dialogue, or characters. Steve Carell's character is obnoxious, but never crosses the line into cringy and unlikeable, and Tina Fey's character is much of the same. The in-jokes weren't bad, and the action sequences were believable and didn't seem forced.

Date Night tells the story of a married couple (Steve Carell and Tina Fey) who are stuck in a bit of a rut and whose lives revolve around their kids and work (just like so many of us). However, the similarities end when they get mistaken for criminals during their weekly 'date night' and are ruthlessly hunted down across New York by the mob.I feel after that brief plot summary I should write '...with hilarious consequences.' However, that would not be accurate. Date Night is not a 'laugh a minute' film. I actually think it's better than that. It goes to great lengths to portray a 'normal' married couple who, although are happy together, there's still that little something - call it a spark? - that's gone out. It's a funny film, but mixed with decent observations and character development that lifts it emotionally from the likes of American Pie and The Hangover.It's funny and entertaining and, although not that original in its storyline, the chemistry between Carell and Fey is undeniable. I think that most couples married for a long time will easily understand the situation of Phil and Claire.A great date movie.