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List Price: $14.95 | | Label: Weinstein Company
Salesrank: 10385
Released: June 24, 2008 |
| Our Price: $2.91 |
| Used Price: $2.92 |
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MPAA Rating: R (Restricted)
Media: DVD |
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Editorial Review:
When a former amateur boxer (Adam Carolla) loses his construction job, he gets a second chance at his dream when he is invited to try out for the U.S. Olympic Team.
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 KNOCK OUT BOTH IN AND OUT OF THE RING! 
2009-11-09 - With a nice combination of sports and romance, 'The Hammer' is a film sure to please both men and women. Adam Corolla plays a 40 year old carpenter who could have been a contender. The story is simple Carolla plays a regular guy who doesn't apply himself and hasn't had much success financially or emotionally. He gets a second chance after his girlfriend leaves him and a boxing manager sees something in him.
The film works because Carolla eases up on his usual attics and plays a very likable guy and the relationship between him and Juergensen is realistic. The film is way better than it should be and gets a boost from Carolla and the surrounding players in this inspirational and cute romance film. Hey Guys, the next time it's your turn to pick the movie surprise your sweetheart with this one! She'll like it as much as you will!
Need more movies made by Adam Carolla 
2009-11-03 - As a fan of Adam Carolla, once I knew this movie was just him except in a starring role I bought this movie at first chance. Any fan knows that Adam has a crazy sense of humor, loves to rant on various subjects, and knows no bounds. Well picture that except in a romantic boxing comedy. With Adam in true form not only is he is funny,but you can feel how genuine he is thoughout the movie. Great supporting cast that mesh together in a truly unforgettable movie. Rare comedy that can stay funny with a plot that doesnt evaporate mid-movie.
Greatest unheard of movie.....
2009-10-03 - I used to listen to Adam Corolla when he had a morning radio show. That is how I heard about this movie. I finally ordered it & have watched it many many times. I think it is hilarious & also sweet. I think this is the greatest movie most people have never heard of.
Heartwarming and uniquely funny movie
2009-09-08 - I've been a fan of Adam Carolla for a long time, but even I wasn't expecting much from this movie. After watching it for the first time I was amazed at how much I had laughed and smiled at Adam's natural charm and wit. This movie has a lot of heart and a story that is uplifting without being unbelievable, along with a touching romance that doesn't rely on steamy love scenes.
If you are an Adam Carolla fan, you'll love this film. However, I've now showed this to my friends and even my parents, all of whom have loved it as well, so it's not a prerequisite to enjoying this movie.
The hammer
2009-09-07 - One of the best sports comodies out there, even of your not a fan of Adam carolla this movie is halarious and worth seeing.
P.S. There is no way that this movie should have an R ratting, it's just a political move by the movie industry
