The sudden shift in tone to romance feels a little forced to achieve a story arc. It feels too convenient, and there isn't much chemistry between the two actors. There is a poignancy to the film, however, and some of the scenes where he performs stand-up are funny for what goes wrong with the set. Trouble is, the standup routines that are trying to be funny, are not very funny, and the other comedians don't seem very funny for what they offer - and this was unintentional I think. Road Hard just feels like it is made with the conventions of a sitcom rather than a movie.

I think Ace is genius in all ways and this movie is no exception.For all these crappy reviews,(and reviewers) people just don't seem to understand how he thinks. To make a movie with funds raised by fans is no small feat! So resembling his life and true hardships. Loved it! Love the Ace Man.......👊👍

My quick rating - 6,0/10. I know this may be biased since I do remember the days of being in junior high and staying up late to listen to Drew and Adam on Loveline late at night before bed. Adam Corolla was always and still is a very witty comedian which is basically what this movie is about. I am not sure just how accurate this movie is but I know a lot of it is his story. That being said, his acting is just him being, well, him. The additional characters in the movie do a good job in support, even to the point of ridiculous (Larry Miller stole the show here as Baby Doll) Even when there was time to show a bit of emotion it still was believable. Overall a funny drama about the stand up world that I am sure is very true for some and worth a watch to fans of comedy.

Unlike many here, I had never heard of Adam Carolla before I happened on this movie. I liked it. Yeah, it's a little formula. But it does the formula well. Would it have worked as a big-budget Hollywood rom-com? Who cares? The home movie feel of it is a character in its own right. The performances are all good, the main plot is brilliant (stand-up who's so-so on-stage but hilarious in real life; good set-up for a portrait of a guy busting his head to make it in show-biz), and Howie Mandel kills as himself in a bit part that's simultaneously reality-TV immediate and probably not him at all.Bottom line: this guy did good with what he had. It's watchable. You'll wish the character well. You'll understand his predicament. You'll be glad you rode along on his roller-coaster.