The 40-year old Virgin (2005)

 Starring- Steve Carell, Paul Rudd, Seth Rogen, Catherine Keener, Romany Malco, Jonah Hill, and Kate Dennings.

Directed By- Jude Apatow.

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Andy Stitzer- "You know what? I respect women, I respect them so much that I completely stay away from them".



The 40-Year-Old Virgin" has got to be one of the most vulgar raunchy comedies created at this point. It makes "The Hangover" and "Old School" look like G-rated films, but if you can deal with the excessive language and nudity there is actually some great performances and story to be found here.

 I never saw it at the movies, because it didn't seem like the type of movie I'd be interested in as the title is silly, but then my flat mate strongly encouraged me to watch it and I instantly fell in love.  This film combines vulgarity, slapstick, sex, a solid plot, good acting and most importantly heart.



I love Steve Carell and Steve Carell's character and character arch through this movie feels believable (and to me relatable). Not because of his virginity, but I do experience a world where I don't enjoy things that other adults might consider fun (excessive drinking, clubbing, cheating on my spouse, drug use, etc). 



Getting laid is not easy, especially if you're a virgin. Andy has never had sex before and desperately wants it. With the help of some fellow employees/friends, Andy is taking on a magical trip through the lessons of life and responsibility. Looking for the ladies and the hillarity that follows is something all desperate-for-love guys can understand. We can't help but laugh at the many misadventures he goes on to understand about himself. If you want dating advice on losing your virginity, this is your movie.



You also see his character grow from wanting to be left alone to building his own confidence and steering himself where he feels like he wants to be, and it's not a magical transformation. We're taken on this journey with him and get to see the events that shape him into the person he becomes.



While this movie clearly isn't for those who are offended easily, it's an absolute gem in a genre that usually doesn't take as much care in actual storytelling as this. Highly recommended.

My Rating- 6.5/10

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