The Film Crusade

Some Hollywood trends are ending, some are changing, and new successes are threatening to become trends. If there’s anything the 2009 year in film has taught us thus far, it’s that sequels keep making money, 3-D is here to stay, and the African-American market is crucial for big box office numbers.

What happens when comedy delivers more than we can stomach? After reviewing “Trading Places,” let’s investigate the current state of comedy.

While most of Apatow’s films are known for their humor, Funny People is actually Apatow’s most serious work to date. And with a title that includes the word “funny” in it, there’s no surprise that humor was on audience-radar.