Filling out the «old chum» role here that Danny Aiello played in... Hawk is John Goodman, bringing some welcome comedic skill as Dave, an ageing holdover from 70's Venice hippy / surfie culture on the verge of losing everything (including his mind) in a messy divorce. (screen-space.squarespace.com)
Both action stars have shown impressive comedic skills in recent years — Johnson in «Central Intelligence» and Statham in «Spy» — and their constant bickering is among the movie's main pleasures. (washingtonpost.com)
«Ben Stiller has that rare ability to balance his amazing comedic skills with an emotional depth that brings us all closer to his characters. (thewrap.com)