FILM REVIEW: The Green Hornet starring Seth Rogen and Jay Chou

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Call me crazy, but this movie was awesome. As someone who grew up in the 1990s, it was a great throwback to a time when the superhero genre didn't take itself too seriously.

Seth Rogen stars as the Green Hornet. If that's difficult to swallow then don't worry. He's a joke of a hero. Kato (Jay Chou) does all the work. It's a nice joke towards audience members familiar with the 1960's TV series where Bruce Lee was the true star. Rogen, co-write Evan Goldberg, and director Michel Gondry also use this joke to form the relationship between the two characters. They argue, get into physical fights, and even compete over the same woman (Cameron Diaz). But when it's time to battle the villain (Christoph Waltz) they get their act together and get the job done - even when things don't go too smoothly.

Overall, if you're looking for a fun flick to watch then <i>Green Hornet</i> is a good investment. Otherwise, just wait till May when the "serious" superhero films are released.