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- Ultimately, An American Pickle makes for an entertaining watch that's good for a laugh or two, though it's unlikely to be a major game-changer that will have newcomers signing up for HBO Max. Those who are already subscribed or are a fan of Rogen's other films will probably find something to enjoy, but it isn't a must-see, either.
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Aug 5, 2020 · "An American Pickle" trusts Rogen to carry the material and its meanings in the simplest way: by letting him play against himself, often in closeup. This dual performance is the best, purest thing he's ever done as an artist, in front of or behind the camera.
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Rogen's double performance saves low-key comedy. Read Common Sense Media's An American Pickle review, age rating, and parents guide.
- Brandon Trost
- Jeffrey M. Anderson
- Seth Rogen, Sarah Snook, Jorma Taccone
While 'An American Pickle' is more affable than it is funny, it's still intriguing to continue to witness Seth Rogen tackle issues of faith and national identity in his own laconic style.
- Seth Rogen pulls double duty in a quirky comedy with bite.
- Verdict
By Kristy Puchko
Updated: May 25, 2021 8:59 pm
Posted: Aug 3, 2020 4:00 pm
An American Pickle debuts exclusively on HBO Max on August 6.
What might our ancestors think if they could see us now? That question serves as a springboard for An American Pickle, the new Seth Rogen comedy based on a charming Simon Rich short story. Scripted by Rich, the film follows a Jewish immigrant who's awoken after 100 years of being preserved in pickle brine and is now eager to meet his only living descendent, a Brooklyn app-developer. (Both are played by Rogen.) While the premise is promising, the execution aches from the growing pains of Rogen's shifting persona.
Since 2005's The 40-Year-Old Virgin, Rogen has played a string of manchild roles. Whether he's a chuckling stoner, a perplexed police officer, a flustered baby-daddy, or a harried homeowner facing off against Greek Life co-eds, Rogen has made the struggles of Millennial "adulting" a constant source of comedy. However, as he edges closer to 40, this shtick risks going stale. So he's begun to mix it up, playing a stubborn and schlubby but undeniably sharp speechwriter in the Charlize Theron rom-com Long Shot. With An American Pickle, he pulls double duty, playing a modern manchild terrified of taking his shot and the outspoken ancestor who knows too well that tomorrow is never promised.
All in all, An American Pickle is a solidly entertaining comedy. Its oddball conceit dares audiences to take the plunge, and Seth Rogen rewards them with Herschel, who is bold, thrilling, and a little bit bonkers. Though the film meanders in the middle with slapdash satire and mismanaged emotional beats, it's nonetheless an imaginative and fun romp...
Aug 3, 2020 · Criticism. Movies. ‘An American Pickle’ Review: Seth Rogen’s Bizarre Dual Performance Is One of His Best. Playing against himself as both an Eastern European immigrant and his Brooklyn...
Aug 3, 2020 · An American Pickle is neither the most substantial nor the most sophisticated comedy, but its soulful sweetness outweighs its flaws.
Aug 5, 2020 · The one-man, two-character comedy is receiving mostly positive reviews, which highlight a sentimentality over hilarity as well as a surprising performance from its lead in his dual roles. Here’s...
