Oh, it's "You Again"

A good comedy is always fun to see during the school year. It’s nice to unwind, relax, and laugh it up! Although it might be hard to find any free time during the week, I would suggest trying to make your way over to a theater near you to see a movie. Perhaps the most talked about comedy in theaters right now is “You Again”, starring Kristen Bell, Jamie Lee Curtis, Sigourney Weaver, and Betty White. Despite its PG rating, this movie seems to be more of a movie for teens and adults.

The story starts off with the main character Marni, played by Kristen Bell, telling her story about the tragic days of high school. The plot really starts getting going when Marni finds out that her brother is marrying the girl who bullied her all throughout school. Not long after, Marni’s mother, played by Jamie Lee Curtis, discovers that her very own high school rival (Sigourney Weaver) is also going to become a big part of their life when the wedding occurs. As anyone would assume, a complicated web of grudges and resentment is spun, making this a very interesting movie.

This film is funnier than most other comedies I have seen recently. Funny lines were often delivered by Betty White, who predictably played a kooky and strange grandmother. The story was tied together nicely and was somewhat original. Like most comedy films, the acting was not phenomenal, but it was effective, and the actors made the movie enjoyable. Unfortunately, this story line seemed a bit familiar to me. Some elements have been presented in other movies and were not exactly new ideas. However, “You Again” has a great cast and is a movie I would recommend. It’s not something you need to see in theaters, but is definitely worth watching.

3 out of 5 stars.

By Brittany Booth