Get Hard is the newest comedy to take a look at stereotypes, race relations and social economic status. The movie starts Will Ferrell as James King, a millionaire who is oblivious of his surroundings because of his wealth and status. The people that he employs doesn't respect him(explained by an hilarious opening scene) and his fiance Alissa (Alison Brie from Community) may have ulterior motives other than love. James' life is turned upside down when he is arrested and convicted of fraud. Having thirty days of house arrest before he goes to jail, he goes to Darrell Lewis(Kevin Hart) for help to get adjusted to prison life. The catch? Darrell has never been in prison in his life. Darrell runs the car washing service at James' work and is trying to come up with enough money to move his family to a better neighborhood. When James assumes that he's been to prison and offers to pay him for his services, Darrell happily accepts the job. The movie is hilarious and has heart. Ferrell and Hart are great together and give their characters substance to make sure it doesn't become an one note "I'm Black and you're White" comedy. While this movie isn't Trading Places (there are similarities), it works on so many levels that it stands on its own. While there is a lot of gay prison jokes(it's expect for the subject matter), it is mindful not to go overboard on it. I definitely recommend the movie but it's definitely not for kids. The movie also starts Craig T. Nelson.
Rating: 8.9 out of ten.
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