![]() IndieWire has listed “Forgetting Sarah Marshall” as both one of the greatest romantic comedies and one of the best break-up movies. Universal/courtesy Everett / Everett Collection The chemistry between the cast, and everyone’s good sportsmanship about sacrificing their bits for the sake of the bit, separate “Jackass Forever” from the multitude of injury-related YouTube videos out there and lets it stand out as something truly special. The old “Jackass” crew was as charming as ever, and the movie gets a shot of energy from a new group of younger cast members who bridge the gap between the MTV and TikTok crowds. ![]() The stunts are awesome, but as always, the real humor comes from watching everyone’s giddy reactions to friends in agonizing pain. After two years of social distancing and anxiety-inducing caution, Johnny Knoxville’s unwavering disregard for safety in the name of comedy was a much needed refresher on the stupid joys of being alive. ![]() No franchise is more aware of that than “Jackass,” the media empire built on the idea that it’s really fucking fun to watch your buddies get hurt. The groin shot is to comedy what the 12-bar blues is to music: A simple building block, sure, but true masters of the art form understand that it’s perfect all by itself. ![]()
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