Generally amusing, but never generates many laughs. Cameron Diaz’s Annie and Jason Segel’s Jay have good chemistry together. They both come off as likable and relatable. Their interactions generate some moments of realistic humor, that while not laugh-out-loud funny, feel natural and true-to-life. Most of the other characters, particularly Rob Lowe’s Hank, come off as a bit too over-the-top. The plot has a well-done set-up, but features poor execution. It starts off on what should be a grand quest of sorts, sputters out and goes a different direction…before sputtering out again. The ending wraps things up fairly well, but like a few other aspects of the film, comes off like a mediocre version of “The Hangover.”
** out of *****