40 Year Old Virgin (DVD)

Well another film review and another 4 our of 5.

This was a hugely enjoyable film. Great acting and lovely comedy.

This will not have you in stitches throughout the film but you will love it for sure.

Well made and well acted

Andy (Steve Carell) may be 40 and a virgin with a low-level job working in shipping and receiving at an electronics store, but he is content to ride his bike home every night to his apartment filled with action figures, movie posters, and other collectibles. At least he's happy until his co-workers find out he's never had sex and take it upon themselves to get Andy a woman. They take him to a bar to meet easy drunk women (which ends in a rather nasty situation); they have him practice on the cute girl (Elizabeth Banks) who works in the bookstore across the street; they even give him all the pointers they know but nothing seems to work. Until Trish (Catherine Keener) walks into the store and Andy falls hard - they eventually start dating (after more lessons from the guys) and decide to "take it slow", which is fine with Andy, but if they go any slower Andy is going to die a virgin.

As it turns out, Andy's buddies aren't all that thrilled with their sex lives either - David (Paul Rudd) is obsessing over the girl he lost 2 years ago; Jay (Romany Malco) is a playa with a girlfriend he has to lie to constantly; Cal (Seth Rogen) is mostly talk; and the boss (Jane Lynch) offers to help Andy get over his condition because she wants a little action on the side - no strings attached.

At first you think this is going to be another one of those "guy comedies" where the jokes are raunchy, gross, offensive, or they include an excessive amount of bodily fluids (although sometimes crass can be funny - it's not in this case). About halfway through the movie, it takes a huge turn - it settles down into a rhythm that works. It gets sweet (but not sickeningly so), the humor rises above the juvenile-frat level (but not too far), and the characters turn out to be more than 2-dimensional stereotypes. Steve Carell does a terrific job of being the introvert (without being pathetic or annoying) as well as the guy coming out of his shell with an innocent charm that's quite endearing.

A lot of the scenes look like sketch bits that don't really advance the story: Steve Carell suffering through a chest waxing (for real), the guys watching naughty videos and horror films on the store TVs, the running comments about "You know how I know you're gay," and the big choreographed production number at the end. That's not to say they aren't really funny, but...

This goes on far too long for a comedy. It makes it hard to recommend, because you have to see some of the stuff that happens in the first hour to really appreciate the second, but it also makes it more difficult to get into the movie when the first half is not all that. It's a tough call, but it might be better as a rental (at least you'll probably get bloopers and other goodies then).

Raunchy, crude, foul-mouthed comedy about the misadventures of a 40-something guy who has never slept with a woman. Some good belly-laughs along the way. You would not want your grandma to see this one.

I thought this was a very funny film a sense of humour is a must there are also some material of a sexual nature my sides were aching with laughter i would recommend this film to anybody over the age of 18

my friend said i should watch it because it was funny. it was also a bargin to buy. .

One of the funiest films I've seen for a while. If you're a bit of a nerd or a geek you will totally sympathise with the bloke in this film. If you're a girl watch this and learn that not all losers are sad muppets, some are sad muppets trapped inside a naive and awkward outer shell, they just need some help to break out. This film has one of the funniest scenes ever committed to film, the hair removal sequence is an all time classic.

I LOVE THIS FILM. Bought it after I saw it on TV one night, a friend of mine had already raved to me about it but I never got round to seeing it. Originally thought it might be yet another 'crazy kat' Adam Sandler type copy, but it is actually very witty, and takes a couple of viewings to get all the jokes. It is a little slow to get started but stick past the first 3o mins and you are in for a treat. If you want a light hearted, pee your pants laughing night with just the right amount of squirmy embarrassment then get this film!!

Very funny film, ideal for teenagers and their parents, there's something for everyone to laugh at. Steve Cadell at his best, before The Office, an American Workplace.

I would highly recommend this movie to any adult who can withstand some swear words and sexual references (a lot of 'them' lol).

I think it's meant to be geared towards young mens' humour, but I sat and watched it with my girlfriend and she enjoyed it (be warned, some women may find it offensive in places).

Steve Carell (Bruce Almighty, Evan Almighty) plays his role well throughout, and most guys will be laughing their heads off in most scenes. The ending is a little strange, and gets deducted '1-star' for being plain weird!.

Get this movie and rate it yourself, but im pretty sure it's one for a 'guys night in' unless your girlfriend/wife is fairly easy going.

4/5 stars from me personally, good...unclean, fun! lol

I mut say when i first heard about this ilm i wasnt too sure what to expect, but im glad i watched it, it had me in stitches from start to finish. Some of the things that happen as well only Steve Carrell can pull of, i felt sorry for him when he got a chest waxing, ouch, that had to hurt.

A must see for all to watch!!!!

Good dvd about a 40 year man thats never had sex.One his mates find out they csn't believe and and trying to make him have sex at every opportunity.It doesn't work out that way as their advice isn't that good.In the end he meets Trish they get married and afterwards they have sex.A good film which is quite funny.

i just couldnt stop laughing all the way through this film. its really that funny. but you jus cant help feel sorry for the poor guy.

Waited and waited before buying this but a lot better then I thought it would be if you want a good laugh watch this.

i had heard bad reviews from freind about this product but after watching it i thought it was a really good film and would recomed anyone how hasn't watch it to watch it

also be wary that there is bad language and gestures that you wouldn't want those little terrers to hear so be aware

I did not like the film, it was not as good as I was expecting it to be. I am glad I have seen it though.

i loved everything bout this dvd it is so funny when you read the title you think yeah i might watch it or buy it when you buy it you cant stop laughing a definate must for any person that likes to laugh

Funny, clever and highly romantic. All you could want in a romcom and more. The 40 year old virgin is support by new buddies in order to get him laid. With the highs and lows of finding love, especially when older, it shows how it just best to be yourself.

This film is great if you love Steve Carell he is proper funny.
The whole thing is just a big laugh with a love story mixed in.
You will like this if you like anchorman!

I'm a big fan of comedy but I'm not too impressed with most modern films. When my wife hired this out I thought it was going to be terrible. I don't really go for this type of film or so I thought.
I have to say I haven't laughed out loud so much during a film for years. The idea was a bit daft but the script and characters were faultless.
My dvd collection consists mainly of stand up and very few films. This is now one of those few films.
Even the extras on this dvd are worth watching.
If you watch this film and don't laugh, you need to check you have a pulse.
Highly recommended.

Brillent, What a Funny Film, We all really enjoyed it.We invited some friends over & we all thought the same, Makes Great Viewing. Thanks very much.
Kind Regards Allan.

really funny film about a bloke that has not popped his cherry yet and all his work mates try and set him up defo a must watch. The reason i bought this film is that I have watched it many time and I wanted it for my collection of films.

This was an hilarious film. Steve Carell is brilliant and his idiocy throughout is awesome. Would be one of my faveourite films but the ending is ridiculous. It ruins an otherwise brilliant film. Still worth a buy.

Brilliant funny film Steve Carell is fabulous. I laughed until my sides ached!
Its a bit near the knuckle at times especially if you're a bit prudish.