If you pass up partying or studying to see a movie this weekend, I sincerely hope it's not for Good Luck Chuck. The film is mediocre in every sense of the word. The combination of a well-known comedian and a gorgeous leading lady should result in a comedy marked with romance. Instead, it's a sure flop.
Director Mark Helfrich attempts to tell the story of Chuck (Dane Cook), who has the power to find women their soul mates: sleep with Chuck and the next guy you date will be the one you marry. Chuck exercises his skills to the fullest extent, but when he meets his perfect girl (Jessica Alba), he must figure out how to keep her in his life.
The soundtrack seems to be the only light at the end of this very dark tunnel. Tracks by The Feeling and The Dandy Warhols are a welcome distraction from what is happening on-screen. For a film that stars one of America's most recognized comedians, it contains more cringe-worthy moments than comedy. Alba's attempts at physical comedy are awkward and overly exaggerated, and Cook just look. old. His turn in Employee of the Month and his performance in this disaster confirm that Cook should stick to stand-up.
As for the rest of the cast? They're extraneous characters who only make the movie worse. The wildly unrealistic plot and lackluster performances by all make this film mercifully forgettable.
