What happens when you unite comedy talents such as Paul Rudd and Steve Carell in the same movie?
However, the joy of most movies isnt the destination, but the journey.
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Barry is a sweet, dimwitted man who loves taxidermy and works for the IRS.
Tim is kind of a callow prick who really wants a nice office.
You see where this is going.
The cast is really stellar.
Paul Rudd makes a great put-upon straight man.
Steve Carell is just wonderful as the adorable, well-meaning, endearing, and blissfully stupid Barry.
Its not thatDinner For Schmucksis bad, far from it.
Steve Carell is very sweet as Barry.
However, the movie is a bit too long and a bit too sad.
Mostly, I just feel bad for Barry and the rest of the dinner for winners crew.
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Rating:
3 out of 5
