I expected the usual ‘off center’ humor with the easygoing somewhat predictable story. Yes, the off center humor was present in a ‘quirky’ kind of way, with characters one can relate to.
The comedy centers on four guys. Three were in college in the 80’s; the other is a college student today. All four are decidedly disappointed with the state of their lives, which includes employment status, relationships, and the possible direction of their futures. In the interest of clearing their heads and getting a firm hold on their lives to go in a different direction, the three older guys with the younger one in tow decide to go the ski mountain resort of their youth for a time of reflection.
Upon their arrival they find the resort in dire straits, a victim of the economy. Undaunted, they decide to make the best of it, and check into the very suite they had years ago. Getting into the hot tub of old was a ceremonial tribute to the past and all four are whisked back to the moment they were in the hot tub so many years ago!
It’s a highly entertaining story with lessons along the way on living life as its dealt to us while believing that we aren’t trapped in the path that seems to be a destiny. The ensemble cast of diverse personalities provides a wide range of lifestyles to relate to!
“Hot Tub Time Machine” starring John Cusack, Clark Duke, Craig Robinson, Rob Corddry, Sebastian Stan, Lyndsy Fonseca, Crispin Glover, and Chevy Chase.
Directed by Steve Pink. Written by Josh Heald and Sean Anders. Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer release. Rated R for strong crude and sexual content, nudity, drug use and pervasive language.
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