Baby Mama |  | Director: Michael McCullers
Actors: Amy Poehler, Tina Fey, Greg Kinnear, Dax Shepard, Romany Malco
Studio: NBC Universal
Category: Movie
Buy New: $2.99
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Seller: Amazon Video On Demand
Rating:  113 reviews
Sales Rank: 636
Genre: Comedy
Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Media: Video On Demand
Running Time: 100 Minutes
ASIN: B001HQKB1Y
Theatrical Release Date: April 25, 2008
Release Date: April 1, 2010
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Synopsis:
Comedic geniuses Tina Fey (30 Rock, Saturday Night Live) and Amy Poehler (Saturday Night Live) team up to celebrate a modern twist on motherhood! Kate (Fey) is a single, successful career woman who wants something more: a baby. But she gets more than she bargained for when she hires Angie (Poehler), a free spirit from South Philly, to be her surrogate in a hysterical mama match-up. From birth class to baby-proofing, they're the ultimate odd couple that critics are calling "the best female comedy duo since Lucy and Ethel" (Claudia Puig, USA Today). With hilarious performances from an all-star cast featuring Greg Kinnear, Dax Shepard, and Sigourney Weaver, Baby Mama is as full of laughs as it is heart! |
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Showing reviews 1-5 of 113
 overcoming the hardships of a T shaped uterus . . . August 22, 2010
trebe
Given that stars Tina Fey and Amy Poehler are both very talented, one might expect that Baby Mama (2008) would be funnier, and more entertaining than it is. There are some laughs, but no really big ones, in what is a moderately entertaining, tasteful, comedy with a warm romantic element, mainly due to Fey, and an understated and believable performance by Greg Kinnear.
Kate Holbrook (Fey) is thirty seven, lives in Philadelphia, and because her T shaped uterus is apparently an impediment to being able to conceive a child, she turns to a fertility clinic run by Chaffee Bicknell (Sigourney Weaver), to find a surrogate mother. Prospective mother Angie Ostrowski (Poehler) agrees to carry Kate's child, and after being artificially inseminated, apparently becomes pregnant. Angie moves into Kate's apartment after splitting up with her common law husband Carl Loomis (Dax Shepard). Rob Ackerman (Kinnear) the owner of a fruit smoothie establishment, begins a relationship with Kate, who keeps the surrogacy matter a secret, while she continues attending pregnancy classes with Angie. Deception becomes the name of the game, as the scam Angie and Carl are running, becomes a court case. Then it's baby time, as things end up happily ever after.
Written and directed by Michael McCullers (SNL), the screenplay seemingly targeted at women thirty and over, is smart, and mostly plays it safe, without getting too daring, edgy or vulgar. The "girls night out" scene, is about as wild as it gets. Produced by Lorne Michaels, the film is nothing like either SNL or Fey's 30 Rock. Poehler and Fey are both great at what they do, and are great together. There are some slightly weird characters, but only Kate's boss Barry, played by Steve Martin, even rises to the level of being slightly annoying. Romany Malco is quite amusing as Oscar, the overly concerned doorman at Kate's building. Maura Tierney (ER), and Holland Taylor (Two And a Half Men) are also in the cast.
Baby Mama isn't a laugh riot, but watching Tina Fey and Amy Poehler play off of each other is a good time, and there's just enough of the charming Mr. Kinnear to provide a nice romantic spark. The film should strike an appropriate and humorously resonate note, with its intended audience.
 Well written film, just lose your preconceptions (no pun intended) June 27, 2010
L. B. (USA)
The first time I saw this film I was a little disappointed because I was expecting a Saturday Night Live style comedy, which this is not. When I watched it a second time, i appreciated this for what it is... a comedy with really funny writing. The acting is great, but they rely on the writing (how a real actor works) and do not try to trump the script... although they are really brilliant comedians. I really like this film, makes me laugh every time. Just appreciate it without expecting Saturday Night live style humor.
Should be required viewing for all potential parents May 2, 2010
S.A. (Southeastern MI USA)
This movie did not get the acclaim it deserved as a hilarious romp with unforgettable characters. Tina Fey is perfect, of course. But Amy Poehler, Greg Kinnear, Sigourney Weaver, Dax Shepherd and Steve Martin provide moments of hysteria and unforgettable lines as well. The actresses who play the grandmother and sister do great work as well. A must for all Tina Fey/Amy Poehler fans, but it is a great comedy that any parent would also enjoy. Cameos by lots of SNL alums/current castmembers as well. Good pace, great musical score. Loved it.
Hilarious!!!! April 10, 2010
Littletpot (Mexico)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This movie is hilarious!! I watched it over and over because I couldn't stop laughing. Amy Poehler is supposed to be a low class woman who's been hired by Tina Fey to be her surrogate, but although the director tries to convey Amy in a trashy way, she's just to cute to be trashy. I love Amy in Parks and Recreation and after watching this movie, I love her even more.
 Not even 1/2 as good as commercials suggested! February 18, 2010
D. Perricelli-gulli (EAST COAST)
I remember seeing the commercial for this movie and saying "I Have to see that". I finally got around to renting it and I was sooooooooo disappointed! These 2 women were so funny on SNL that I was expecting belly laugh after belly laugh. WRONG! The writers/directors should have taken advantage of the comedy duo and made the movie a real 'pee in your pants' flick. I waited and waited for the jokes but they rarely came. Go rent "The Hangover" if you want a GREAT comedy.
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