Rating-4/5
Is this throwback to 80's movies a comedy classic like last year's "The Hangover"? No. However, it's still extremely funny. When for high school friends (and one nephew) try to relive lost memories, they end up 20 years earlier, in the 80's. Of course, they freak out and try to get back to the present before it's too late. Despite the ridiculous premise, the writers do a great job of doing jokes that pay homages to 80's movies without being stupid. Also, the direction of Steve Pink (Accepted) really makes the story work. But what really brings the movie together is the performances. Every character is well crafted, with his or her memorable personality and humor. Well, except for Chevy Chase. For people of my generation (1993 and beyond), seeing a Chevy Chase cameo doesn't have the kind of effect a cameo by say, Will Ferrel would. Chase's character is definitely the most bland out of all of them by far. Overall, Hot Tub Time Machine is a very, very funny movie and it's worth the cash.
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