The worst thing about “Identity Theft” is the film’s
cavalier attitude toward identity theft. If you have to look for a message by
the time this overly long movie ends, it’s we should show kindness to these
criminals despite their wrongdoings because their deprived upbringing excuses
their behavior. Yeah, right. I can’t abide stupid and Craig Mazin’s script
stands two ordinarily enjoyable comics in the middle of nowhere with only
stupid things to say and do. And the events that happen are full of implausible
contrivances.
What victim of identity theft would travel from Denver to
Florida to bring the culprit back to Denver to face justice? Yet that’s what Sandy Patterson (Justin
Bateman) does and once he finds Diana (Melissa McCarthy), the implausibilities
begin. Bateman’s character is written as a mild everyman and a straight man for
McCarthy, which he does well. McCarthy is a fearless physical comedian, but too
often she’s hampered by lame, repetitive gags. Her character’s habit of
punching people in the throat isn’t terribly funny the first time. Watching the
trailer will tell you everything you need to know about this movie. 2/11/13
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