I realized that there was a whole issue on the premise on acting "gay." It totally ignores the fact that the two could have been bisexual, or had a open marriage. They didn't need to try half as hard as they did at being the typical "effeminate" gay men, because only "straight and gay" exists. It is worth a watch, just don't expect too much from this. Even though this movie has issues, it's got a decent message (besides it being ok to commit fraud if its for a good reason).

The story is as simple as it is promised. But I can't see anything negative about that. The protagonists don't show an outstanding performance but when I watched the movie I got the impression that their shown emotions are true and that is all that counts in an movie like this. OK, the gags are not very innovative but I had to laugh a dozen times. This movie didn't betray me. I got what I have expected. I like Adam Sandler movies because of their simplicity. There have to be films that are easy to watch without being very attentive. So this movies can be watched to relax and to laugh. I think that it is a little bit underrated here. And so it is a 7 out of 10. Not more but also not less.

Chuck Levine (Adam Sandler) and Larry Valentine (Kevin James) are best friends and Brooklyn firefighters. Chuck is a womanizer. Larry is a widower still mourning his dead wife Paula. He is worried about his children's future. Because of convoluted bureaucratic problems, he needs to be married to change the beneficiary of his pension. When he saves Larry's life, he asks that they enter into a domestic partnership on paper only. Their plan runs into a problem when the department could be sending in an investigator. They consult with lawyer Alex McDonough (Jessica Biel) which could be a problem when Chuck falls for her. Chuck is forced to move in with Larry and his family. They must also keep the secret from everybody in case they also get charged for obstruction.This is really stupid and then they try to explain the premise. I'm not opposed to dumb humor. Many of my favorite comedies are ridiculously stupid. Kevin James has some funny moments but Adam Sandler's character angry side is problematic. The biggest problem with the beneficiary thing is that I don't really understand. Who knows if there is an easier way to get there but somebody should work really hard to find a way. They are somewhat funny pretending to be gay. Rob Schneider makes a horrible appearance as an Asian minister. This movie is at times funny, offensive, stupid, unbelievable, and unwatchable. The funny parts are too few and far between to save this movie.

The movie was hilariously hilarious. There was a big smile on my face during 98% of the movie, give or take a couple of percent. And I laughed more than I usually do, even when I watch comedies. I didn't think it would be any good, but Kevin James and Mr. Sandler really pulled trough. After seeing this movie I would say that they are the perfect "couple". All their comments and outbursts and their body language were brilliant, and to top it off, Ving Rhames kicked ass, he seriously kicked ass! Even though both Kevin James and Adam Sandler's acting were amazingly good (I've actually never seen either one of them act better than they did in this movie) I would have to say that Ving Rhames was my favorite in this movie, (You know, alongside the butterfly and the Japanese priest).The storyline was great, it was filled with things you couldn't see coming, not in a million years. The happy-sad curve went up and down perfectly. The sound was nearly impeccable, as was the lighting, the shooting, places where they shot it was more than just fitting and the acting really was impeccable, or as close to it as you can get at least. There was some fails or goofs if you will, but there always are, so. I noticed 3 of them, there are probably some more, but you can't get'em all. For those of you new to this expression, the most common fails are: forgetting to take of your jacket before you go "on stage", misplacement of items on set during takes (or shoots if you will) or the all so popular; mouth not following the audio.So, I conclude with this: the movie was brilliantly awesome and hilarious it will definitely make you laugh. It had the perfect music to go with the different scenes. The start was really good, the build up was as well, the mid-part was awesome and the finish was perfect. No better way to end a movie than with a gay marriage and a calendar like that one.My rating of "I now pronounce you Chuck and Larry" is therefore: 9 out of 10 stars.This is one movie I definitely recommend you buy, watch, watch again and tell your friends about. Enjoy the movie! Shevy