Johnny English Reborn
Let's be honest. If you are over the age of twelve, you aren't seeing this film because you're expecting drama akin to Crash, comedy in the realms of The Hangover, plot twists on an Inception level, tension matched with Black Swan, or special effects in the Avatar region. You're seeing this film because you like Rowan Atkinson, and because you want a bit of a harmless laugh. And in that respect, obviously, this film delivers.
Some may have seen the original Johnny English film a good while back; slapstick action, a satirical view of the spy-films we're used to, and ridiculous car chases and fight scenes. And you'll be getting more of the same in Reborn as well. So you would think, perhaps, that we've grown out of this style of humour. I certainly haven't, and if you were ever a fan of Mr. Bean or pretty much any of Atkinson's work, you'll be chuckling along to this adventure as well. The jokes aren't subtle or classy, they're just funny; and that's all you need. Yes, a lot of them may be 'oh come on, that's just stupid' moments, but that won't stop you from creasing up at some of the stronger moments of, as an audience, being two steps ahead of the central character. Atkinson is a genius in physical humour, not only in slapstick moments, but by simply pulling that facial expression that leaves you in tears. Amongst some of the bigger, more serious blockbusters of this year; Johnny English Reborn is a nice break from the norm and a worthwhile British comedy for youngsters and adults alike.
Also - Rosamund Pike anyone?
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