40 Year Old Virgin

40 Year Old Virgin. Just what exactly is this film trying to say? Many of the people reading this have probably already seen the "feel good" comedy 40 Year Old Virgin. I'll be honest, part of my reason for reviewing this film is because of it being on of my favorites. This film offers plenty of crude humor, T and A, and Seth Rogan to go around. Would we really expect any less from a Judd Apatow film?

40 Year Old Virgin tells the story of the socially backward, yet very lovable Andy Stitzer (Steve Carell). Stitzer appears to be your somewhat average guy. Lives in a modest apartment, dresses a little awkwardly but still within the social norms, and maintains gainful employment at the local electronic store. One day while working, his colorful coworkers asked him to join them in a late night, boys only poker game. Even though he was only asked because one of the regulars would not be able to make it, Andy agrees to join his coworkers. During the card game, normal guy talk ensues. As the conversation gears towards sex, Andy becomes increasingly uncomfortable. When finally asked about his sexual experiences, it becomes clear to his coworkers that at age 40, Andy is still a virgin. From there, his coworkers make it their sole mission to make sure that their new buddy Andy get's laid. As you can imagine, their antics get of control, from speed dating, manscaping, and many other shameless attempts, his co-workers are still unable to their friend, Andy, some action.

One day, Andy meet's a girl, Trish (Catherine Kreener). This is a girl that Andy is legitimately interested in and will presue a relationship with. Trish and Andy begin dating and it becomes evident to the viewer that as the date comes closer for Trish and Andy to seal the deal, nerves run higher. Trish is very tolerant of some of Andy's lack of social skills and even works to bring him out of his shell somewhat. In the mix of dating, the both somehow agree to hold of sex for 20 some dates. During this time Andy experiences an extreme amount of pressure from his buddies to "get some" experience before him and Trish consumate their relationship. Again, these attempts while extreme in nature, are never successful. At this point, even the Andy's female boss, Paula (Jane Lynch) offers her services to Andy, in what is one of the movies funnies scenes...in my opinion.

Down the road Andy finally admits to Trish that he is still a virgin, and is quite nervous about experiencing a sexual relationship. Always understand Trish agrees to help him through the process all while reassuring that she loves him anyway. The last scene of the movie shows Andy and Trish at their wedding. We all know what happens next. We don't see much of it, as the screed fades to black and the white text appears "One Minute Later". It shows the couple laying side by side, clearly done having sex. So Andy, in the end is finally not the 40 year old virgin anymore, but boy did we sure have fun laughing both with him, and at him on his journey to find the one worthy of "deflowering" him.

I would highly recommend this movie. It has an excellent cast and is laughs from start to finish. While this film can be crude at times, their is a deeper meaning hidden beneath the constant smut that I believe encourages us to wait for the right person and the right time despite what our frat boy friends might think.