Stood Up
Stood Up

Movie spotlight

Stood Up

2019
Movie
8 min
English

A young woman, Jamie, is waiting in a coffee shop for a date when an unexpected arrival sends her spinning into paranoia.

Insights

IMDb6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic42/100
Google Users65%
Director: Michael Patrick JannGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

A lonely, down-on-his-luck guy is convinced by his best friend to stage a fake kidnapping to get back at his cheating girlfriend. However, things spiral out of control when the plan goes awry and attracts the attention of a notorious criminal.

Critical Reception

Stood Up received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding the humor forced and the plot predictable. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating the performances and comedic premise, while others found the execution lacking.

What Reviewers Say

  • While Adam Devine's comedic presence is a highlight, the film often struggles with a formulaic plot and humor that doesn't always land.

  • The premise has potential, but the execution is marred by a lack of originality and underdeveloped supporting characters.

  • Some viewers found the film's chaotic energy and slapstick elements entertaining, despite its critical shortcomings.

Google audience: Google users seemed to have a slightly more favorable view than critics, with many appreciating the comedic performances, particularly from Adam Devine. However, a common complaint was that the movie felt derivative and didn't quite live up to its comedic potential.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'Fix You' and underwent significant changes and re-shoots before its release as 'Stood Up'.

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