Get Smart

I don't remember much about the TV series. Though I do remember watching it. The opening credits certainly made an impression...all those doors. So when the teaser trailer came out, nearly a year before the movie did, I was immediately intrigued. Though not intrigued enough to pay $10 to see it in the theater. Like most comedies, I caught it on video and it wasn't too bad. It has a good mix of slapstick and action. Plus the cast is really good. As good as Steve Carell is, Alan Arkin probably has the best line in the whole movie; you'll know it when you hear it. My one problem with this movie (and most comedies) is that it ran a little too long. In my opinion, comedies should rarely clock-in at more than 90 minutes. This one is 110 minutes and I could really feel that extra 20 minutes drag on longer than necessary. That being said, it's still a decent movie and well worth a rent if you're looking for a few light chuckles.