I think I was one of the view people who really disliked Pitch Perfect. I especially disliked the break out star of the film, Rebel Wilson. Although I found her sort of amusing in Bridesmaids, Fat Amy in PP did nothing buy annoy me. Already a star in her native Australia, the film did allow Rebel to make it big in America, leading to her starring role in the new ABC sit-com Super Fun Night.
I had no intention really of watching, and even when I did start to pay attention after Modern Family ended, I fully expected to hate it. I didn't. Rebel Wilson, as over the top as she has been on film, actually works really well on television. The show had me laughing early on, and has continued to do so. Surrounded by a great supporting cast, especially the talented Lauren Ash created for an original, yet at the same time retro, fun half hour of television.
Another familiar face in the cast is UK actor Kevin Bishop. As soon as I started watching I knew I had seen him before, but it was not until checked IMDB that I remember why. Many of you might know Kevin from his memorable turn (and nude scenes) in the 2002 film Food Of Love. I became familiar with the screen captures from Food Of Love even before seeing the movie itself. Kevin is a bit older, but no less appealing. If you like Rebel Wilson, or even like me if you don't, I would give this sit-com a go. It is deceivingly quite intelligently written, goofy and silly on the surface, but much more underneath.
Food Of Love (2002)
L'auberge espagnole, Pot Luck (2002)
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