Film review: Wedding Crashers

Plot: John Beckwith (Owen Wilson) and Jeremy Grey (Vince Vaughn) like taking their job seriously. Working as divorce mediators, the duo enjoys squeezing out some witty cynicism with their parallel hobby as wedding crashers.

Not only do they take pride in their feat, but also love to step up the challenges with each success. So when they decide to embark on the 'greatest crash of all times' courtesy Secretary William Cleary's (a grumpy Christopher Walken) eldest daughter's marriage, you know it ain't going to be no ordinary gatecrash.

During the course of their endeavour, Jeremy succumbs to the seductive impishness of Cleary's youngest daughter – Gloria (Isla Fisher) while John is besotted by Claire (Rachel McAdams).

What follows is loads of double innuendos, sex jokes, slapstick comedy and the biggest selling point of the movie – Wilson and Vaughn's irresistible comic timings.

Acting: We have seen Wilson do action (Behind Enemy Lines), adventure (The Haunting) and bits of romance, but when it comes to comedy (Starsky & Hutch, Meet the Parents) he's emerging as a force to reckon with.

Apart from his timing, he has a face that can make you laugh and play serious at the same time. It's no surprise that he can romance and do slapstick at the same time. Vince Vaughn literally overshadows Wilson not just by his size but also with his one-liners.

The writers have given him the challenge to deliver some of the wittiest yet difficult lines. Rachel McAdams has a beauty that captivates you for the simplicity she imbibes. This is one babe who will make your heart flutter with a simple nod.

What's hot: Watch out for Will Ferrel's below the belt yet rip-roaring cameo as Chazz. His addition in the climax makes the film even more memorable. John and Jeremy's interaction with the Cleary family has shades of Meet the Parents. The guy trying to impress the would-be father in law, a dysfunctional household, a hyperactive grandmother who loves swearing at the drop of her hat, are some of the highlights of the family.

What's not: The film could have been tighter, especially in the last 30-45 minutes. One has to concentrate on what Vaughn is saying, as most of his lines come at the speed of a bullet train. Also the slang and metaphors the duo use to describe their covert operation has more of American culture and appeal, not necessarily translating to an international audience.

Bottom line: Wedding Crashers is a brilliant way to start the year. An entertainer that delivers some mindless fun and showcases amazing chemistry between Wilson and Vaughn. This one will be up for grabs by a Bollywood producer for a remake.