Trainwreck

Trainwreck is far from a train wreck, but the timing is a little off in parts, and some bits are too mean-spirited to be funny, keeping it from reaching its full potential. Nobody will argue that Amy Schumer isn't funny, and her bold brand of comedy takes center stage in TRAINWRECK -- for which viewers should be thankful, because she delivers full belly laughs and makes you think. That said, the film is also a surprisingly traditional romantic comedy, which is a bit of a letdown: In the end, the girl has to clean up her act to get the guy. And while no one will argue that the movie's early iteration of Amy is a bit of a mess (and frankly, in dire need of therapy), some of her power is muted when her ultimate goal appears to be what every romcom says it should be: living happily ever after with a suitable mate. (Also, what's the deal with making fun of women with kids -- a tired cliche in the singletons vs. moms "war" -- and children who aren't "Hollywood cool"?)

That said, there's a lot to like here, including Hader's Dr. Aaron (hooray for an unconventional leading man who's more interesting than the usual type). And basketball superstar LeBron James is clearly having fun with his role, though it's Tilda Swinton who truly nails the film's funniest bits. Who knew she was this hysterical? There are other great celebrity cameos, too. While the movie is good, not great, that doesn't change the fact that Schumer is head and shoulders above many of her comedic peers.