Leave it to Hollywood to tap the familiar as a way to draw moviegoers to the big screen.
In the film, Shepherd plays officer Baker while Michael Pena portrays Ponch.
Unfortunately, this comedy takes a bit of time to find its funny bone.
Clearly Shepherd has studied motorcycles and their capabilities, since he has them pushing their limits.
Yes, the film even has a motorcycle chase scene on Santa Monica Beach, wheelies included.
However, unlike the action sequences, the comedy is hard to come by until halfway through the film.
Repeatedly, Shepards jokes and punchlines fall flat or come off as dry and awkward attempts at dialogue.
Luckily, his partner Pena has his back to pick up the slack.
It is Pena who makes this movie funny despite his limited comedy background.
The final scenes are almost like a comedic crescendo.
Adam Brody delivers similar comedic gold throughout the film despite his smaller role.
Kristen Bell, meanwhile, is stuck with a character and performance that comes off as one-dimensional.
Similarly, it isnt clever or creative enough with theCHiPsmythology.
However, unlikeGetSmartandThe A-Team,CHiPsis truly funny thanks in part to its many OMG moments.
Rating:
3 out of 5
