The Hangover

The Hangover
Name	The Hangover
Director	Todd Phillips
Producer	Todd Phillips, Daniel Goldberg
Writer	Jon Lucas, Scott Moore
Starring	Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, Zach Galifianakis, Heather Graham, Justin Bartha
Music	Christophe Beck
Cinematography	Lawrence Sher
Editing	Debra Neil-Fisher
Studio	Legendary Pictures, Green Hat Films
Released	June 5, 2009
Runtime	100 minutes
Country	United States
Language	English
Budget	$35 million
Gross	$467.7 million

The Hangover is a 2009 American comedy film directed by Todd Phillips and written by Jon Lucas and Scott Moore. The film stars Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, Zach Galifianakis, Heather Graham, and Justin Bartha as a group of friends who wake up after a wild night in Las Vegas with no memory of what happened. The movie follows their journey as they try to piece together the events of the previous night and find their missing friend. The film's success can be attributed to the chemistry between the lead actors, including Bradley Cooper, who has also appeared in films like Limitless and American Sniper, and Zach Galifianakis, known for his roles in Due Date and The Campaign.

Plot

The movie begins with Phil Wenneck (Bradley Cooper), a teacher, Stu Price (Ed Helms), a dentist, Alan Garner (Zach Galifianakis), the eccentric brother of the groom, and Doug Billings (Justin Bartha), the groom, traveling to Las Vegas for a bachelor party. The next morning, the group wakes up in a Caesars Palace hotel room with no memory of the night before, only to find that Doug Billings is missing. As they try to piece together the events of the previous night, they encounter a variety of characters, including Jade (Heather Graham), a stripper, and Mr. Chow (Ken Jeong), a flamboyant gangster. The group's search for Doug Billings takes them on a wild adventure through Las Vegas, involving encounters with Mike Tyson, Carrot Top, and other notable figures. Along the way, they also visit famous Las Vegas landmarks like the Bellagio and the Fremont Street Experience.

Production

The film was produced by Todd Phillips and Daniel Goldberg, with Jon Lucas and Scott Moore writing the screenplay. The movie was filmed on location in Las Vegas and Los Angeles, with Christophe Beck composing the score. The film's cinematography was handled by Lawrence Sher, who has also worked on films like Garden State and Paul. The editing was done by Debra Neil-Fisher, who has edited films like Austin Powers in Goldmember and Elf. The film's production company, Legendary Pictures, has also produced other notable films like The Dark Knight and Inception. The film's success can be attributed to the work of Todd Phillips, who has also directed films like Old School and Road Trip.

Cast

The film features a talented ensemble cast, including Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, Zach Galifianakis, Heather Graham, and Justin Bartha. The cast also includes notable actors like Ken Jeong, who has appeared in films like Knocked Up and Pineapple Express, and Mike Tyson, who has appeared in films like Rocky III and The Expendables. The film's cast has also been praised for their chemistry and comedic timing, with Ed Helms and Zach Galifianakis standing out for their hilarious performances. Other notable cast members include Rachael Harris, who has appeared in films like The Good Girl and Diary of a Wimpy Kid, and Sasha Barrese, who has appeared in films like American Pie and Let Me In.

Release

The film was released on June 5, 2009, and was a major commercial success, grossing over $467 million worldwide. The film was released by Warner Bros. Pictures and was distributed in the United States by Warner Bros. Entertainment. The film's success can be attributed to its wide release, with the film playing in over 3,000 theaters across the United States. The film's marketing campaign was handled by Warner Bros. Pictures, with trailers and TV spots airing during popular TV shows like Saturday Night Live and The Office. The film's soundtrack features a mix of popular songs, including tracks by Kanye West, The Dan Band, and Wolfmother.

Reception

The film received widespread critical acclaim, with many praising the film's humor, cast, and direction. The film holds a 78% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with many critics praising the film's originality and comedic timing. The film was also a major commercial success, grossing over $467 million worldwide. The film's success can be attributed to the work of Todd Phillips, who has also directed films like Old School and Road Trip. The film has also been praised by notable critics like Roger Ebert, who has written for The Chicago Sun-Times and The New York Times, and Peter Travers, who has written for Rolling Stone and The New York Times.

Sequels

The film's success led to the production of two sequels, The Hangover Part II and The Hangover Part III. The sequels were also directed by Todd Phillips and feature the return of the original cast. The sequels were released in 2011 and 2013, respectively, and were also major commercial successes. The sequels follow the further adventures of the group, with The Hangover Part II taking place in Bangkok and The Hangover Part III taking place in Tijuana. The sequels feature a mix of new and returning characters, including Mason Lee, who has appeared in films like The Wrestler and The Hangover Part II, and Jamie Chung, who has appeared in films like The Hangover Part II and Sucker Punch. The sequels have also been praised for their humor and comedic timing, with The Hangover Part II holding a 35% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes and The Hangover Part III holding a 20% approval rating.

Category:American comedy films