Seen on: December 21, 2007

The players: Director: Jake Kasdan, Writer: Judd Apatow, Jake Kasdan, Cast: John C. Reilly, Jenna Fischer, Kristen Wiig, Tim Meadows, Jack Black, Justin Long

Facts of interest: The latest flick produced by the Judd Apatow gang.

The plot: The film chronicles the dramatic life and turbulent career of Dewey Cox, who sets out to storm the charts after he cuts his brother in half with a machete.

Our quick thoughts: Stuffed with risky humor and a solid dose of satire, this musical comedy is hilariously entertaining for the most part, although the plot slows down after an hour and the final 30 minutes remain rather shallow. But the songs are kicking butt and John C. Reilly was born for the role of Dewey Cox.

Freaky quote: "I cut my brother in half with a machete." - John C. Reilly

The final word: A fiesta for Judd Apatow fans and worth seeing exclusively for John C. Reilly's electrifying performance!