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The Sitter
Noah, is not your typical entertain-the-kids-no-matter-how-boring-it-is kind of sitter. He's reluctant to take a sitting gig; he'd rather, well, be doing anything else, especially if it involves slacking. When Noah is watching the neighbor's kid he gets a booty call from his girlfriend in the city. To hook up with her, Noah takes to the streets, but his urban adventure spins out of control as he finds himself on the run from a maniacal drug lord.
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Plot Summary
A reckless and irresponsible college student, Noah Griffith, is kicked out of his parents' house and forced to find a new place to stay. To make money, he takes on a babysitting job for the wealthy and eccentric Rodocco family, looking after their three eccentric children. What starts as a typical night of babysitting quickly descends into chaos and danger when Noah finds himself on an unexpected and wild adventure through the city, encountering criminals, dangerous situations, and his own personal demons.
Critical Reception
The Sitter received generally negative reviews from critics, with many criticizing its crude humor, predictable plot, and lack of originality. While some acknowledged Jonah Hill's comedic performance, the film was largely seen as a forgettable and formulaic comedy.
What Reviewers Say
Relies heavily on crude and juvenile humor that often falls flat.
Despite a committed performance from Jonah Hill, the plot is predictable and uninspired.
Lacks originality and fails to deliver consistent laughs.
Google audience: Audience reviews for 'The Sitter' are mixed. Many enjoyed the raunchy humor and Jonah Hill's comedic timing, finding it a good if not great comedy. However, a significant portion of viewers found the movie to be overly gross-out and lacking in substance or genuine laughs.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a more serious horror film titled 'The Sitter's Diary' before being retooled into a comedy.
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