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Paul Blart: Mall Cop
2009 91 min United States of America PG 12+
★5.0
Action, Adventure, Comedy, Family
Director: Steve Carr
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Description
When a shopping mall is taken over by a gang of organized crooks, it's up to a mild-mannered security guard to save the day.
Budget:
$26M
US Gross:
$146.34M
Worldwide:
$183.29M
Starring
Kevin James
Actor
Keir O'Donnell
Actor
Jayma Mays
Actor
Awards
1 win & 3 nominations total
Key opinion
Paul Blart: Mall Cop is generally viewed as a lighthearted, family-friendly film that relies heavily on Kevin James's physical performance to carry the story. While opinions on the frequency of laughs are split, the film is largely appreciated for its wholesome, non-vulgar tone compared to typical modern comedies.
| Acting | Kevin James anchors the film with an engaging and surprisingly agile physical performance that defines the protagonist's charm. | |
| Accessibility | The film succeeds in delivering a wholesome, non-vulgar experience that is safe and suitable for family viewing. | |
| Screenplay | The narrative follows a predictable, formulaic path typical of standard underdog-to-hero stories, leading to an expected resolution. | |
| Humor | The comedic impact is divisive; while some viewers enjoy the slapstick humor, others find the jokes stale and the film lacking in genuine laughs. | |
| Pacing | The pacing is inconsistent, with a consensus that the first act feels slow and dragged out before the action improves in the second half. |