Bad Moms
2016 · Directed by Scott Moore, Jon Lucas
Original language: English
- comedy
The story
When three overworked and under-appreciated moms are pushed beyond their limits, they ditch their conventional responsibilities for a jolt of long overdue freedom, fun, and comedic self-indulgence.
What it’s like
Bright, flat suburban daylight over cluttered kitchens, minivans in school pick-up lines, and crowded party rooms lit with warm bar-glow, all shot in a plain, mainstream comedy style with quick cuts, snappy zooms and a steady pop soundtrack that keeps the energy high. The vibe is raucous, sardonic and affectionate, a loud girls'-night-out romp that tips into chaos and then settles into warmth. It suits a Friday night with friends, a laugh-out-loud rewatch, or a cheerful distraction after a long week. Its three women start out frazzled and overlooked and gradually loosen up, rediscovering each other and their own appetites rather than their roles. The pacing is brisk and gag-driven, with heavy drinking, sex jokes, profanity and a few sharp, brief moments of conflict around divorce and absent partners. Violence is minimal, mostly slapstick and a single crash played for laughs, with no real gore or menace. It is aimed at overstretched parents and fans of R-rated female-led comedy who want fun, honest mess and a bit of bawdy release.
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