Made Reviews

Swingers fans beware....!

Those of you expecting a sequel, or in fact, something that even slightly resembles the fantastic 'Swingers' should be warned, you'll be left disappointed. The only similarities lie in the main cast, but unfortunately even Vince Vaughn and Jon Favreau can't save this one.

The story revolves around two guys bungling up there one oppertunity to make something of themselves, and although it has some slick dialogue, funny moments, and a sometimes great soundtrack, overall it just doesn't come together very well.

Perhaps I'm unfair because of the expectations I had of it, being a devoted 'Swingers' fan, but 'Made' is not in the same league. It's clumsy and at times annoying and dull, but may be worth a chance for the few magic Vaughn/Favreau moments that make these two such an enjoyable pair to watch.

For fans of Swingers

I took a while to get round to watching this one mainly because I feared it would just be a recycled version of 'Swingers'. However this does enough to exist as a film in its own right. Sure there are paralells between the two films, the main leads and the wisecracking and tomfoolery will ensure that fans of Swingers enjoy this but also that those who haven't seen Swingers (which they should) can equally enjoy the film for it's mixture of drama and comedy.

The chemistry between the two leads and the characterisation is the big positive of this film and good support is offered by Peter Falk amongst others although P Diddy doesn't do as much with his good part in the film as he should.

Vince Vaughan pretty much steals the film, playing on the annoying factor to just the right degree and his obnoxious arrogance is balanced by Favreau's tired acceptance of their given situation.

I was torn between a 4 and 5 and would probably give it a 4.5 if possible, but I'm gonna push it up to a 5 for Vaughan's big mouth antics and the good soundtrack.

[Highly rated reviewer]

all a bit obvious

Vince Vaughn plays the jerk and Jon favreau plays the straight guy. That’s really about it. They might as well have just gone on stage and done a stand up routine, which maybe would have been funnier than this.

Another entertaining performance

It was a good flim with actors from a favourite of mine, Swingers. Good character development. A good night in.

Made? should have been called "Poorly Made". The film was so bad that i turned it off after 30 minutes and promptly put it in the post. Not sure whether i was missing something by not watching the last hour but i couldn't take the boredom anymore. written directed and starring the same guy - think he should stick to just acting!!!

Vince Vaughn steals the show.

A good little film about two friends who get the chance to live the high life by doing a 'job' for a mobster. Really funny in places but Vince Vaughn steals the show with his really annoying character Ricky who is surely the worst best friend in the world. Easily plays between comedy and drama with a nice ending, recommended.

At last...

... I don't know why I never got round to watching this - after LOVING 'Swingers' so much.

Al I can say is - it was worth the wait. Vaughan and Favreau are money.

Awful

Vince is very good in many films, especially dodgeball. But this was dire. It was awful.

His character ruined the whole film, is was just an utterly obnoxious and annoying person. Without any humour, or interest.

I weep for the time lost in my life that I watched this, it really was that bad.

Becareful what you wish for ....

Yes I'm a fan of Swingers which is why I hired this movie. I often wondered about the last scene in Swingers where Mike appeared to gain the slight edge on coolness - MADE is almost like that very trend continues with the actors' characters. I couldn't workout if this was more comedy than drama though. V.V.'s performance was spot on and it's very very watchable - but I wouldn't need to see it twice.

Dull and Annoying

I thought this was really poor. I have previously enjoyed all of Vince Vaughn's comedy performances, but this switch to drama really fell flat. His character was entirely without charm, and the rapid-fire energy that lifts his comedic roles was squandered here.

You wont care about the characters, the plot is tedious, and the action non-existant. I switched off after 45 minutes as this film had really failed to get my attention or interest. Dont bother - rent something else.