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List Price: $19.98 | | Label: Weinstein Company
Salesrank: 1994
Released: June 24, 2008 |
| Our Price: $12.50 |
| Used Price: $7.66 |
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MPAA Rating: R (Restricted)
Media: DVD |
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Editorial Review:
HAMMER THE (DVD MOVIE)
Description of The Hammer:
No, The Hammer is not the Fred Williamson story, but a surprisingly satisfying underdog sports movie and date movie; an unlikely genre combination, but The Hammer nails it. Adam Carolla, former co-host of The Man Show, stars as underachiever Jerry, just turned 40. A former Golden Gloves boxer (as was Carolla), he works as a construction worker/handyman and also teaches the sweet science at the local gym. You know the drill: Jerry gets fired after running afoul of his abusive boss; Jerry loses fed-up girlfriend; Jerry meets Lindsay (Heather Jurgensen), an idealistic public defender; Jerry impresses a coach and gets the chance to try out for the Olympic boxing team. But a deft touch makes The Hammer a contender. This is Carolla's first bout with leading man status, and, happily, he has the director of the "I Kissed a Girl" arthouse hit, Kissing Jessica Stein in his corner. The script makes effective use of Carolla's unpretentious screen presence, giving him ample opportunity to punch out some droll comic riffs while he pursues his second chance in the ring as well as Lindsay. Add to the mix a grudging friendship he develops with a cocky boxer whom the coach is grooming. The Hammer may not technically be a knockout, but it does go the distance. --Donald Liebenson
The Hammer Reviews:
A very good movie. 
2008-08-31 - I thought the movie was good. I think Adam Carolla fans will enjoy it very much and non-fans will like it. On a scale of 1-10, a solid 6.
Hit the nail on the head. 
2008-08-27 - This movie rocks!!! It's my all time favorite. I was there opening day at the Theater and now I own it. Adam Carolla is great in this film. Ozzy was too.
Outstanding Flick
2008-08-25 - I was turned on to the Hammer by listening to the Adam Carolla morning radio show via podcast. There is extremely limited promotion for this film, so that really was the only way to hear bout this movie. I decided to check it out on DVD since it never came to the NJ area via film, and I must say it was well worth the purchase. It had lots of laughs, a few sentimental moments, and a well written script. Carolla plays a great role in a very interesting and quirky movie. It proves that there is more to him than being the second banana to Jimmy Kimmel on The Man Show
Much funnier than big budget comedies out there now.
2008-08-25 - A semi-biography that Adam Carolla is not afraid to make fun of himself. Definitely a movie that appeals to both men and women. His side kick and nicaraguan construction buddy is charming and hilarious. I don't understand the R rating. I think a PG-13 would be justified. I recommend everyone see this movie.
Excellent funny movie!
2008-08-25 - I loved it! I laughed my way through it! Adam Carolla is HILARIOUS! I would definitely recommend it to anyone.
