Tammy (2014)

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Papamichael finds the road comedy short on drive, rhythm and laughs. McCarthy is likeably brash, but the gags lack the expected impact.

Stables finds the film warm but uneven, with its comedy and poignancy poorly balanced by flabby direction and an episodic script. She praises Susan Sarandon as a scene-stealer and says McCarthy’s sweetness keeps the comedy relatable.

Edelstein finds the film awkwardly caught between slapstick and sincere drama, rather than simply bad. He praises Susan Sarandon’s comic presence, which he says steals scenes, while criticizing the film’s tonal shifts.

The critic finds the film too tepid as comedy and too contrived as drama, despite its watchability. Kathy Bates’s performance and the film’s casually wayward road-trip sequences are singled out as highlights.

Kermode finds the film well-intentioned but says its laughs are too infrequent for it to find its stride. He praises McCarthy as a winning screen presence and applauds the film’s empowered women.

Chang finds the comedy an amiable but ultimately mediocre misfire. He praises McCarthy’s versatility, while faulting the film’s unconvincing effort to turn formulaic comedy into affecting character drama.

Sharkey finds the comedy unsatisfying, saying its humor and emotional moments never come together in a satisfying way. She singles out Susan Sarandon as an exception to an otherwise underused supporting cast, and argues McCarthy needs to vary her comic roles.

Macnab finds the road comedy erratic, veering between gross-out humor and sentimentality without a clear direction. He particularly criticizes the film’s uncertain attitude toward Tammy, who is both mocked and framed as a heroine.

Brody finds the film an original, socially observant premise undermined by weak comedy and unfocused direction. He praises the cast’s distinctive performances, while faulting the film for never integrating its comic and tragic elements.

The review finds the comedy mostly mirthless, despite a few laughs. It criticizes the film’s lack of tension and sympathetic characters.

Thompson finds the comedy limp and unfocused, arguing that it wastes McCarthy’s chance to show her range. She faults Tammy’s poorly constructed character and says Susan Sarandon and Kathy Bates outshine McCarthy.

The critic finds the comedy tired, lifeless and under-motivated. The headline singles out its lack of vitality as the central complaint.

Sexton considers the comedy a disastrous, inept failure that wastes its cast. He finds only a few physical-comedy moments mildly amusing, while criticizing the film’s tone and portrayal of Tammy.

The critic finds the comedy unfunny, increasingly unconvincing, and dull, calling it a serious misstep for Melissa McCarthy. He singles out the squandered cast and McCarthy’s familiar aggressive shtick, which he says no longer works here.

Goble finds Tammy a clumsy, middle-of-the-road dramedy, weakened by an unrefined script and undemanding direction. He appreciates the cast’s relaxed chemistry and the occasional moments of sincerity.

The critic finds the film aimless and largely unsuccessful, with Tammy herself difficult to root for. She praises the barbed scenes between Sarandon and McCarthy as a few bright spots in otherwise scattered material.

Crow finds the film rarely funny and ultimately not entertaining. He praises Susan Sarandon’s lively performance but says her character fails to anchor the comedy.

Pierce finds the road comedy hit-or-miss and says its weak screenplay fails to give McCarthy’s talents a worthy vehicle. He praises McCarthy’s energetic comic commitment, while criticizing the casting and the overqualified supporting cast’s underused performances.

The critic finds the comedy poorly made and often unfocused, despite Melissa McCarthy’s on-screen energy. They single out the lack of chemistry between McCarthy and Susan Sarandon as a key weakness.

Pape finds the film frustrating and insufficiently funny, despite its emotional undertones. He praises McCarthy’s vulnerable dramatic moments but feels her talent and the supporting cast are wasted.

The critic finds the film largely unsuccessful, faulting its weak comedy and underdeveloped protagonist. They praise the chemistry between Melissa McCarthy and Mark Duplass, but say the screenplay fails to make their romance believable.

The review is sharply negative, arguing that the film’s comedy is repetitive and embarrassing. It singles out the ending as the best thing about the film, chiefly because it finally arrives.