The Hangover Part III

My review: The Hangover Part III

Unlike the previous two installments this time there is lesser drugs, lesser madness, lesser profanities, and even lesser female screen space, but the movie is more purposeful, more heartwarming and more fun. The "wolfpack" is back, only this time they get hungover not due to intoxication but due to their earlier escapades with Leslie Chow (Ken Jeong is at his explosive best) that catches up with them three years later. "The Hangover Part III" directed by Todd Philips who has also written it with Craig Mazin is more focused unlike the earlier ones which were mindless comedies. 

Yes there are not that many laugh out loud or ROTFL scenes this time, but the laughter that it evokes is heartfelt. There are numerous genuine heartwarming moments most of which are centered around Alan (Once again a rocking show by Zack Galifianakis). 

As usual movie starts of with Doug being separated from the gang, this time abducted by a group of gangsters who are on a lookout for Leslie. Since only Alan seems to be in regular contact with Leslie exchanging with him gibberish all these years they keep Doug as captive for the rest of the gang to go, catch and exchange Leslie for him. The rest is 100 minutes of non-stop adventure and fun. Except for few minutes of dull moment around one hour mark, major part of the movie is riveting, keeps you glued to the seat. 

As usual Zack is brilliant, Bradley Cooper is dashing though doesn't have much scope to perform. Ed Helms is into his elements few minutes into the movie. But it is Ken Jeong who steals the show as Leslie Chow. 

Movie is shot stylishly by Lawrence Sher with background score of Christophe Beck giving life to the narrative. 

People who are used to "The Hangover" series and expect this one also to be in those lines might get disappointed but for those who seek novelty, "The Hangover Part III" would be a pleasant surprise. 

Bottomline: For purposeful laughter. 

3.5/5