Shag the dog

The Campaign

Crit

If this had hit its comedic peak consistently, it would have been one of the great political comedies ever. As is, it's often hilarious, and sometimes even effective in making serious points about the massive role of money in the political system--it's worth your 8 bucks and your 85 minutes, though maybe wouldn't be worth $11 and 100m.

Trailers

• Trouble with the Curve--Eastwood (acting only), Amy Adams, and baseball: it's a math equation.
• This Is 40--"Sort of a sequel to Knocked Up"; it's a maybe.
• Silver Linings Playbook--Jennifer Lawrence and Bradley Cooper crazy in love.