It's an overachieving showcase for the hitherto - unknown comic chops of Channing Tatum (whose big year challenged that of Magic Mike co-star Matthew McConaughey) but it's no Hot Fuzz, nor the instant comedy classic its passionate acolytes held it up to be. (film.avclub.com)
Demonstrating considerable comic chops in some really hilarious scenes, Pacino underplays more than he has in years under the direction of Barry Levinson, who helmed his performance as Dr. Jack Kevorkian in the HBO movie «You Don't Know Jack.» (nypost.com)
Zendaya comes with unexpectedly dry comic chops, a hilarious scene stealer and fun opposite to Peter's enthusiasm. (thefilmexperience.net)