Blades of Glory Reviews

[Highly rated reviewer]

superb.........

Blades of Glory is about two rival figure skaters who after a fight with each other in front of 30,000 fans, and after destroying the world championship mascot, have their gold medals stripped from them, and are banned from competitive skating for a lifetime.

Three years later, one is many pounds heavier, whilst the other is still very girly.

Both agree to put aside their differences, as well as the fact that they are both men, and exploit a loophole ( which as far as i know can not be done in the real world of pairs skating), that would allow them to compete in the pairs figure skating category.

this duo must go face-to-face with fierce competition, from rivals far more experienced at the art, such as Stranz and Fairchild, the unrelentingly competitive reigning champion pair.

There are some really great moments, including a hilarious ice skate chase and some very funny ice routines.

This very funny movie was shot in Los Angeles and Montreal in Quebec (Canada).

well worth renting out.

Another mediocre, overhyped Hollywood 'comedy'

You may not know it, but you've already seen this movie at least half a dozen times.

We start with a bankable star. It's Will Ferrell in this case, but it could just as easily have been Ben Stiller or Adam Sandler. Then we add a mildly amusing sidekick. With Owen Wilson in rehab, Jon Heder gets the call.

Then we throw in half a dozen cameos from popular TV actors who are willing to hustle and sell the movie on the US talk-show circuit. In this case that means Jenna Fischer, Will Arnett and Bill Fichter.

Next we need a clear concept that's easy to market. 'Our movie's about SKATING!/ DODGEBALL!/ MOTOR RACING!/CRASHING WEDDINGS!' Note that the clarity of the concept is far more important than whether the concept is actually any good or not.

Then we film some some 'broad physical comedy' (ie slapstick that isn't funny) that'll look good on the trailer, and our work is done.

The relentless predictability of it all would be fine if the script were funny. But this script is pure sh***. At one point Will Ferrell jokes about Louis Armstrong being the first man on the moon. Just think about that for a moment. That's a gag Morecambe and Wise might have used thirty years ago.

This is just the latest in a long line of hyped-up Hollywood comedies that aren't, in truth, one bit funny.

Don't waste your time.

[Highly rated reviewer]

Thankfully More Bolero than Dancing on Ice

Lets face it - you'll probably know if you'll like this film just from the poster and trailer. The film is a pure Will Farrell movie following faithfully the formula already laid out in Anchorman and Talladega Nights. If you like his brand of wacky and completely over the top humour you'll find this an enjoyable way to spend a couple of hours. If not steer well clear.

The paper thin plot involves Will Farrell and Jon Heders' characters being banned from men's ice skating following a punchup on the medal podium. In an attempt to get back into the competitive world of ice skating the pair discover a loophole which allows them to compete as the first ever all male ice dance pair.

Personally I enjoyed the movie, though not quite at the laugh out loud level of Anchorman. Surprisingly given the amount of spandex, floppy hair and appallingly bad ice dance routines the best skit in the entire thing involves a great slow motion chase with the lead characters attempting to run on dry land in skates. V difficult! Unlike many films these days it didn't out stay its welcome with a neat 93 minutes running time. Recommended.

Very very funny

Will Ferrell and Jon Heder make an excellent team in this extremely funny movie. This was in my opinion way better than Talledega Nights and had myself and my daughter laughing the whole way through.

As with all Will Ferrell movies, the humour is slightly warped and extremely ridiculous, but if you like his other stuff, you will love this.

The storyline at least is definitely original!

Highly recommended.

[Highly rated reviewer]

Very ice indeed......

Will Ferrel and Jon Heder.... in leotards.... on skates... yep, didn't necessarily appeal to me straight away, but Ferrels particular madcap and Heders more fractured dry humour definately blend well in this one and it fairly zips along the ice like a duck landing on a frozen lake, and is just as funny to watch... Definately don't put this one on ice, it is really worth a watch.

Hillarious and original

Think Dodgeball (I think it might be by the same people) meets dirty dancing on ice, giggle uncontrollably for almost the entire film and you have an excellent comedy! I would reccommend it to anyone in need of stomach or cheek exercise - you'll get plenty of both!

BRILLIANT FROM START TO FINISH

wATCHED THIS FILM ON SATURDAY NIGHT, FUNNY FROM START TO FINISH, ME AND THE GIRLFRIEND HAD TEARS IN OUR EYES FROM LAUGHING ITS FAR FETCHED WITH ALL THE SPECIAL EFFECTS, BUT IT MAKES THE FILM EVEN BETTER , TRUST ME RENT THIS FILM IVE WATCHED IT 3 TIMES NOW WITH KIDS AND ITS ONLY MONDAY .....

Crying with laughter

I have never cried with laughter at a film until seeing this and before people think that it's just my sense of humour the whole cinema was the same.

Brilliant film, slightly predictable ending but none the less classic!

Very Good

The first 20 minutes of this film fell short of funny for me, but then when the plot develops, this film became hilarious. There are some great performances in there and some truly laugh out loud moments.

If you are in doubt about this one, rent it - you'll probably be glad you did.

AVOID IF A FAN OF ICE SKATING !

I was expecting a good drama/ story here but sad to say this was pathetic. The skating was pretty good but both the actors came across as childish and the language most colourful, Not one for young skating fans. Clean the oven, iron, or ring your mother in law, do yourself a favour and avoid !