First Look: Funny People

[GreenScar]

This just might be pretty good. Found this over at slash film and thought I'd see if anyone was interested.

Here's an image:



Here's the premise: The film stars Adam Sandler as a 42-year old comic named George Simmons, who one day he learns that he has a rare untreatable blood disorder, and only has six months to a year left to live. Seth Rogen plays Ira, a 25-year-old deli counter worker and aspiring stand-up comedian who George takes under his wing.

Also in the photo is Apatow’s real-life wife Leslie Mann, who plays the one time love of George’s life, now married mother of two. And Eric Bana plays Laura’s successful husband Clarke. The scene shown above takes place late into the story when George and Ira stop over at Laura’s house after an area comedy show.

For tons more info on the film, head over here.

[dvd_mazter]

Finally, I have been waiting for a while for a first look. Can't wait for the trailer, Apatow's comedies are always first-rate.

[xtop]

sandler looks OLLLLLLLLLD.

but man..this is twice i could have beat jasonbird to the punch, guess i should post this crap when i see it

[anomynous]

Because Sandler IS old?

[Jmills]

Based off the picture it looks like a dark comedy for Apatow? I'm all for his style of comedy and using the same actors in his films, reminds me of Kevin Smith to some aspects. I would love however if he branched out and made a darker comedy or a drama one day.

[Afrobean]

Originally Posted by Jmills

Based off the picture it looks like a dark comedy for Apatow? I'm all for his style of comedy and using the same actors in his films, reminds me of Kevin Smith to some aspects. I would love however if he branced out and made a darker comedy or a drama one day.

When I read the line about using his real life wife, I was like... "Kevin Smith...?"

I'm willing to give anything Adam Sandler or Judd Apatow is involved with a chance, so this should be good.

[anomynous]

Judd's wife was in Knocked Up too..........

[pacificvibes]

Originally Posted by anomynous

Because Sandler IS old?

Old??? he's only 43!!!!