Apatow’s Trainwreck is anything but

Judd Apatow lives up to his reputation with his new comedy, Trainwreck, and lets the world know what's to love about Amy Schumer....
Poster for Judd Apatow's Trainwreck starring Amy Schumer and Bill Hader (both pictured). Photo/Universal
Poster for Judd Apatow's Trainwreck starring Amy Schumer and Bill Hader (both pictured). Photo/Universal

Poster for Judd Apatow’s Trainwreck starring Amy Schumer and Bill Hader (both pictured). Photo/Universal

[dropcap]T[/dropcap]rainwreck is here to give us the return of Judd Apatow, to the brand of comedy he is known for, and yet another star in the making under his shrewd direction, in Amy Schumer. Neither disappoints.

Sassy New-York writer Amy Townsend (comic Schumer), taught from an early age monogamy is undesirable, has no trouble getting a man, and no interest in keeping one. That begins to change when she is stuck with doing an article on a prominent sports surgeon (Bill Hader), who shows an interest in her.

It feels as if Apatow has been away from things for a while because it is so refreshing to see him still on top of his game. He delivers on his notoriously edgy and irreverent tone in what is, in a way, a cross between Knocked Up and Sex and the City, without any baby talk.

The movie excels at depicting a strong female lead in a way Apatow usually reserves for his goofy Everymen. Schumer shines as a spoof on Carrie Bradshaw that should be too unlikable to root for, but still steals your heart (even if she won’t let you stay the night).

A line at the end of the film — Amy saying something to the degree of a one-night stand turning into a fulfilling relationship — speaks volumes about where Schumer’s career is headed. She has a bright future to look forward to.

For years she has been doing stand-up, and had her dalliances with TV. Now, in the wake of becoming a minor celeb, she stars in what should be her breakout role.

For Judd Apatow, Trainwreck should be viewed as one of his best films. It is consistent with his standard of satire moviegoers have come to expect, with a few surprises. Namely, the cameos and guest stars galore, including LeBron James and John Cena in two very offbeat but amusing turns.

If Ant-Man is sold out, Trainwreck makes a sound and uproarious plan B. See it!

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Eric is a columnist and the resident film critic for The Pit. He also acts and is a multitalented filmmaker.
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