![]() There was also the portrayal of today’s generation of teenagers that the movie dealt with in a patronizing manner, this was depicted in a scene where an 18-year-old states “The Spice Girls” are considered “classic rock”.It seems far-fetched and unbelievable that a teenager would be so out of touch to make that sort of remark, undermining that particular age group. ![]() Seeing the stereotypes critiqued instead of celebrated would have brought a more interesting edge and given the film a better quality. It wasn’t funny or done in an intelligent way and felt out-of-place in a 2012 comedy in a more accepting day and age. The main criticism of the film would have to be the re-enforced stereotypes of homosexual characters, depicting gay guys are overly camp and lesbians as really butch. Also a mention to the introduction of Finch’s Mom (Rebecca DeMornay) brought an interesting twist! Nevertheless it was nice seeing them included. The only criticism in this instance is if there had been more screen time a lot more could have been done with them. It was enjoyable to see moments from all the minor characters including the MILF guys, Sherman, Nadia and Jessica. The cameos at the reunion were great fun, each with humorous results. ![]() It is soon discovered that Jim is still in touch with Kevin (Thomas Ian Nichols) and along with the other guys Finch (Eddie Kaye Thomas) and Oz (Chris Klein) they are heading back to East Great Falls for their thirteen year high school reunion! The film opens with a crude, in-your-face sequence including a laptop, some porn and a shower! It is in place to remind the audience what they’ve missed and exactly what their in for! Jim (Jason Biggs) and Michelle (Alyson Hannigan) are back, they may have aged but they still deliver the hilarious slapstick style of comedy that was on offer in the first three movies! Their plot-line centers around their adjustment into parent-hood and reluctance of how so much as changed since they were teenagers. The film definitely achieved its objectives as it balances out great humor, relatively funny gags, consistent continuity derived from the previous three helpings and of course the characters who make a welcome transition from the late 90’s/early 00’s into the present day. Its managed to update itself while mixing in nostalgia and in-jokes tailored for the fans of the original offerings of pie. “American Reunion” still has a certain charm and it’s definitely great to see the old gang back together.
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