As we reach adulthood, while most of us grow up, some of us don’t. Enter the lives of Wheeler (Seann William Scott) and Danny (Paul Ruud), two mismatched guys who have more in common with boys than men. Working for an energy-drink company, they roll from school to school in a cool bull-themed SUV and with one of them dressed as a bull mascot promoting the aforementioned drinks. An unfortunate mishap involving too much caffeine and a break-up, results in their truck ramming a precious statue, landing them in trouble. They gain a narrow escape in the form of 150 hours of community service, thanks to Danny’s (now ex) girlfriend (Elizabeth Banks).
Under the supervision of former cocaine addict Gayle (Jane Lynch), the two are roped into an organisation called Sturdy Wings where they will learn responsibility through caring for a youngster. While it appears that they have gotten themselves into a rather undesirable situation, the threat of jail leaves them no choice, and things only get worse from here onwards.
Danny, a guy who dislikes almost everything in the world, is assigned to help guide 16-year-old Augie (Christopher Mintz-Plasse) become a man. Augie is obsessed with medieval role playing and frequently takes part in a rather sad virtual world called LAIRE, much to the disappointment of his parents. Wheeler however, is assigned to Ronnie (Bobb’e J. Thompson), a foul mouth 10-year-old with an attitude problem and an obsession with boobies.
Although seemingly utilising a typical ‘who learns from whom’ scenario, the movie provides a lot of genuine laughs, with awkward situations, best of which is the hilarious tribute to KISS. The film ultimately sends the message across that sometimes the most unlikely individuals prove to be the best role models.
3.5 out of 5 Stars
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