EVAN ALMIGHTY Review
EVAN ALMIGHTY
ROG’S VIEWPOINT - 4 CAMS
RATED PG
Elected to Congress, former news anchor Evan Baxter (Steve Carell) must now make good on his campaign to change the world. During a lengthy drought, God (Morgan Freeman) appears to Evan and asks him to build an ark for an impending flood. Animals start following the distraught politician and the people, including his family, have their suspicions. “Evan Almighty” is a likeable and inspirational delight for the entire family, with only a couple of dog and bird poop jokes to offend. While not as manic and creative as “Bruce Almighty”, this pleasant sequel succeeds - thanks to the antics of Steve Carell and a boatload of critters. This time around, director Tom Shadyac expands on an interesting premise without the talents of Jim Carrey. But acting god Morgan Freeman returns as God in one of his more endearing roles and Wanda Sykes is at her wisecracking best as the Congressman’s secretary. Lauren Graham has a few shining moments as Evan’s wife Joan. Those animals in action will hold you in awe and the ark and flood effects are spectacular. As a harmless movie with a message, “Evan Almighty” is divine comedy.
DVD Extras: Deleted scenes, outtakes, featurettes, games and more.
ROG’S VIEWPOINT - 4 CAMS
RATED PG
Elected to Congress, former news anchor Evan Baxter (Steve Carell) must now make good on his campaign to change the world. During a lengthy drought, God (Morgan Freeman) appears to Evan and asks him to build an ark for an impending flood. Animals start following the distraught politician and the people, including his family, have their suspicions. “Evan Almighty” is a likeable and inspirational delight for the entire family, with only a couple of dog and bird poop jokes to offend. While not as manic and creative as “Bruce Almighty”, this pleasant sequel succeeds - thanks to the antics of Steve Carell and a boatload of critters. This time around, director Tom Shadyac expands on an interesting premise without the talents of Jim Carrey. But acting god Morgan Freeman returns as God in one of his more endearing roles and Wanda Sykes is at her wisecracking best as the Congressman’s secretary. Lauren Graham has a few shining moments as Evan’s wife Joan. Those animals in action will hold you in awe and the ark and flood effects are spectacular. As a harmless movie with a message, “Evan Almighty” is divine comedy.
DVD Extras: Deleted scenes, outtakes, featurettes, games and more.
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