The House

A silly, chaotic comedy that coasts on broad gags and suburban absurdity, easy to watch but rarely sharp.

Directed by

Andrew J. Cohen

Genres

Comedy, Crime

Starring

Amy Poehler, Will Ferrell, Jason Mantzoukas

Tagline

If you can't beat the house, be the house.

Overview

When Scott and Kate Johansen’s daughter gets into the college of her dreams it’s cause for celebration. That is, until Scott and Kate learn that the scholarship they were counting on didn’t come through, and they’re now on the hook for tuition they can’t begin to afford. With the help of their friend and neighbor Frank also in need of a major payday they decide to open an illegal casino in his suburban house, risking everything together on a Vegas-style bacchanal where money flows, inhibitions are checked at the door, and all bets are off.

How it feels

Absurd, light, satirical and cynical. Brisk and easy to follow.

About

Family, greed, crime, class

Content

Strong language. Mild violence, gore and sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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