Evan Almighty

Day 151 - 5/31/09 - Movie #151

BEFORE: Enough negativity - let's try the comedic side of world destruction. Can't the end of the world be funny too? Morgan Freeman reprises his role as God in this sequel to "Bruce Almighty".

THE PLOT: God contacts Congressman Evan Baxter and tells him to build an ark in preparation for a great flood.

AFTER: There's a lot of comedy talent here, in addition to Steve Carell - the smaller roles played by Wanda Sykes, John Michael Higgins, Jonah Hill, Molly Shannon and Ed Helms. Maybe it doesn't really fit with my theme this week, but I'm glad I watched it, if only to brighten things up a bit.

It's really a "message" film, even though the exact message may be open to individual interpretation. Pick your favorite: "God works in mysterious ways", or "Random acts of kindness can change the world", "Spend more time with your family" or "Be kind to animals". They'll all work, and they'll all make you feel good. Special effects provide the action, but the special message will provide a smile.

RATING: 7 out of 10 cubits