Pitch Perfect is a movie I made no effort to see in the theaters. And I apologize to you Pitch Perfect , I sold you short. I actually had a press screening opportunity that I skipped because I didn’t care much to even give the film a shot. I almost begrudgingly accepted the invitation to watch the song and dance flick with my wife worrying it might be like Glee (ugh, high school drama). But after the fat lady sang, Fat Amy as she likes to be called, I was shocked to find that I loved Pitch Perfect . Loved it.
I’m not going to do an actual review for the film (it came out in October), but I feel I owe it to all the doubters like me to use my voice praising its brilliance. Pitch Perfect isn’t the best film I saw from 2012, but seriously, it’s not that far off. Seriously. I came into the film with low expectations and was shocked to come out the other side loving it. Kudos to the filmmakers and everyone involved with this production, because this film has a chance to become a classic.
The film follows one of my favorite young actresses, Anna Kendrick, as an alternative music loving DJ named Beca attending her first year of college. She thinks it’s a waste and sleepwalks through the first few weeks of the semester. She soon finds a bit of a calling when she joins one of the four very competitive A capella singing groups on campus, The Bellas.
Beca clashes heads with the groups’ leader Aubrey (Anna Camp) as the Bellas try to recapture former glory with the songs of success from the past — trouble is, this isn’t the same group of girls, change needs to be made, something Beca is encouraging. Their competition is a very good all male group led by the very douchey Bumper, played by the hilarious Adam DeVine from the ‘classy’ show Workaholics . Beca also finds herself battling feelings for a boy in the competing group, because what girl dominated story would be good without a love angle.
The film’s strength is definitely its musical numbers. They are not like other performances seen on Glee or network television singing shows — the musical sequences are all in A capella, meaning all the accompanying background music must be generated from the group while a few sing the lyrics. It’s a fun and dynamic way to enjoy some classic tunes, new and old. It’s hard not to smile ear to ear experiencing these talented people performing these musical hits in this unique singing fashion blended with exciting dance numbers.
The drama in the film is silly and mostly playful, but it works a lot better with the energy of the musical numbers. Rebel Wilson is a hoot (many remember her from Bridesmaids ), but I have to say the one thing I disliked about Pitch Perfect was the performance commentary by Elizabeth Banks and John Michael Riggins. There is fine line between funny/amusing and stupid/tacky/not funny. This pair crosses the line far too much.
The proceedings aren’t as immature as a show like Glee — there is still plenty of ridiculous drama, but not enough to make even the staunchest Glee critics to hate it. And plus, Anna Kendrick is in every scene. If you can’t handle what’s being said, just stare at her. In Pitch Perfect she has this presence to her, this oozing talent, this soft but powerful singing voice, it’s hard to place your eyes elsewhere when she’s onscreen.
So what I’m saying is don’t discount Pitch Perfect before you give it a chance. It’s immensely entertaining, has awesome musical numbers, a lot of good pop culture nods and hidden gems, and a strong romantic story at its core. No matter your taste in movies, at least watch Pitch Perfect once. I was enlightened to this project when my death metal listening, Call of Duty playing younger brother told me I had to see it. He loved it, I loved it, and we aren’t even this film’s target audience.
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