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Baby Mama

Actors: Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Steve Martin, Greg Kinnear, Maura Tierney
Studio: Universal Studios
Category: DVD

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Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars

113 reviews
Sales Rank: 3469

Format: AC-3, Dolby, Dubbed, Subtitled, Full Screen, Widescreen, NTSC
Languages: English (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), English (Original Language), French (Dubbed), Spanish (Dubbed)
Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Region: 1
Discs: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Running Time: 99 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 5.3 x 0.6

MPN: 025195041997
UPC: 025195041997
EAN: 0025195041997
ASIN: B001BL96K2

Theatrical Release Date: 2008
Release Date: September 9, 2008
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Product Description
When a single career woman decides she wants a baby, she hires a free-spirited surrogate mother.

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Laughter and hearty guffaws abound in this comical look at 37-year-old career woman Kate Holbrook's (30 Rock's Tina Fey) desperate attempts to have a baby. Never mind that she's not married and has never been involved in a serious relationship; Kate wants a baby and will stop at virtually nothing to get one. After failed attempts at broaching the concept of conception with first dates and trying artificial insemination with the help of a sperm bank, Kate finds out that her t-shaped uterus leaves her with only a one in a million chance of conceiving a child. Adoption doesn't work out and she's left with the distasteful option of hiring a surrogate mother. Enter Chaffee Bicknell's (Sigourney Weaver) surrogate service and her recommendation of the working-class Angie Ostrowiski (Saturday Night Live's Amy Poehler) who, with her common-law husband Carl (Dax Shepard), is just desperate enough to take on the job in order to make some money, and the stage is set for baby making. As fate would have it, Angie and Carl break up just after Angie announces she's pregnant and Angie ends up moving in with Kate. Unfortunately, the two are completely incompatible and what ensues is a hysterical struggle to coexist while clashing over everything from proper nutrition to stroller selection, hair dye, and delivery options. Further complicating matters is Kate's budding relationship with ex-lawyer and juice-store owner Rob (Greg Kinnear), who just happens to be morally opposed to the whole concept of surrogate parenting. Finally, there's the question of just how fully Angie embraces the virtue of honesty. It's the juxtaposition of opposing viewpoints--so boldly stated, humorously set, and blatantly exploited--that makes this witty comedy so darn funny. Expect graphic references, raunchy humor, and a whole lot of laughter. --Tami Horiuchi

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overcoming the hardships of a T shaped uterus . . . August 22, 2010
trebe
Given that stars Tina Fey and Amy Poehler are both very talented, one might expect that Baby Mama (2008) would be funnier, and more entertaining than it is. There are some laughs, but no really big ones, in what is a moderately entertaining, tasteful, comedy with a warm romantic element, mainly due to Fey, and an understated and believable performance by Greg Kinnear.

Kate Holbrook (Fey) is thirty seven, lives in Philadelphia, and because her T shaped uterus is apparently an impediment to being able to conceive a child, she turns to a fertility clinic run by Chaffee Bicknell (Sigourney Weaver), to find a surrogate mother. Prospective mother Angie Ostrowski (Poehler) agrees to carry Kate's child, and after being artificially inseminated, apparently becomes pregnant. Angie moves into Kate's apartment after splitting up with her common law husband Carl Loomis (Dax Shepard). Rob Ackerman (Kinnear) the owner of a fruit smoothie establishment, begins a relationship with Kate, who keeps the surrogacy matter a secret, while she continues attending pregnancy classes with Angie. Deception becomes the name of the game, as the scam Angie and Carl are running, becomes a court case. Then it's baby time, as things end up happily ever after.

Written and directed by Michael McCullers (SNL), the screenplay seemingly targeted at women thirty and over, is smart, and mostly plays it safe, without getting too daring, edgy or vulgar. The "girls night out" scene, is about as wild as it gets. Produced by Lorne Michaels, the film is nothing like either SNL or Fey's 30 Rock. Poehler and Fey are both great at what they do, and are great together. There are some slightly weird characters, but only Kate's boss Barry, played by Steve Martin, even rises to the level of being slightly annoying. Romany Malco is quite amusing as Oscar, the overly concerned doorman at Kate's building. Maura Tierney (ER), and Holland Taylor (Two And a Half Men) are also in the cast.

Baby Mama isn't a laugh riot, but watching Tina Fey and Amy Poehler play off of each other is a good time, and there's just enough of the charming Mr. Kinnear to provide a nice romantic spark. The film should strike an appropriate and humorously resonate note, with its intended audience.

5 out of 5 stars

Well written film, just lose your preconceptions (no pun intended) June 27, 2010
L. B. (USA)
The first time I saw this film I was a little disappointed because I was expecting a Saturday Night Live style comedy, which this is not. When I watched it a second time, i appreciated this for what it is... a comedy with really funny writing. The acting is great, but they rely on the writing (how a real actor works) and do not try to trump the script... although they are really brilliant comedians. I really like this film, makes me laugh every time. Just appreciate it without expecting Saturday Night live style humor.

5 out of 5 stars

Should be required viewing for all potential parents May 2, 2010
S.A. (Southeastern MI USA)
This movie did not get the acclaim it deserved as a hilarious romp with unforgettable characters. Tina Fey is perfect, of course. But Amy Poehler, Greg Kinnear, Sigourney Weaver, Dax Shepherd and Steve Martin provide moments of hysteria and unforgettable lines as well. The actresses who play the grandmother and sister do great work as well. A must for all Tina Fey/Amy Poehler fans, but it is a great comedy that any parent would also enjoy. Cameos by lots of SNL alums/current castmembers as well. Good pace, great musical score. Loved it.

5 out of 5 stars

Hilarious!!!! April 10, 2010
Littletpot (Mexico)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

This movie is hilarious!! I watched it over and over because I couldn't stop laughing. Amy Poehler is supposed to be a low class woman who's been hired by Tina Fey to be her surrogate, but although the director tries to convey Amy in a trashy way, she's just to cute to be trashy. I love Amy in Parks and Recreation and after watching this movie, I love her even more.

2 out of 5 stars

Not even 1/2 as good as commercials suggested! February 18, 2010
D. Perricelli-gulli (EAST COAST)
I remember seeing the commercial for this movie and saying "I Have to see that". I finally got around to renting it and I was sooooooooo disappointed! These 2 women were so funny on SNL that I was expecting belly laugh after belly laugh. WRONG! The writers/directors should have taken advantage of the comedy duo and made the movie a real 'pee in your pants' flick. I waited and waited for the jokes but they rarely came. Go rent "The Hangover" if you want a GREAT comedy.

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