45 Must See Films of 2014 - Part 2

Part 2 of 4 - the Comedies of 2014. Here are the six that actually might be worth watching. Three sequels and three originals.

Neighbors. At first glance, this is just going to be a raunchy comedy, but in reality, it's going to be the coming out party for Zach Efron. He's funny and this will prove it. Seth Rogen and director Nicholas Stoller have some extensive comedy experience as well, so expect this to be surprisingly funny. It will probably be a little raunchy as well. May 9.

22 Jump Street. Channing Tatum and Jonah Hill had amazing comedic chemistry, and the whole idea of going undercover at a high school or a college is fodder for great hi-jinx. Expect this to be as funny as the original, then again, it could be recycled material and could be unoriginal. I'm hoping it will live up to its predecessor. June 13.

Tammy. Written and directed by Melissa McCarthy's husband, Ben Falcone, this could truly go either way. You have to give him/her props for striking while the iron's hot, and the story sounds interesting enough. McCarthy hits the road with her mother (Susan Sarandon) after finding out her husband cheated on her. Has potential for a female-driven comedy vehicle (think Bridesmaids or the Heat). July 2

Sex Tape. Jason Segel and Cameron Diaz lose their sex tape, leading to a frantic search. not particularly great premise, but a tremendously funny supporting cast. Diaz has shown some comedic potential, and this might be the wild card comedy hit of the summer. July 25.

Dumb and Dumber To. The Farrelly brothers made a name for themselves in the mid 1990's and have been churning out average at best films since 1998's There's Something About Mary. Even 2011's Hall Pass was poorly executed. Let's hope that Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels can rekindle the magic from 20 years ago and make something with some sharp jokes. With 6 writers attached, including some who have worked on some recent comedy gems, I'm expecting that Hollywood has gotten tired of Farrelly turds. They are being more demanding as the name doesn't cut it anymore. If this isn't good, don't expect Peter and Bobby to get any love in the future. November 14.

Horrible Bosses 2. Horrible Bosses was the hit of the summer of 2011, and the sequel should be just as good. The original cast returns, and add Chris Pine and Christoph Waltz to the mix. It doesn't really matter to me what the story is. The cast is great. It will be funny. November 26.

Stay tuned for what I like to call Mainstream Fillers. Coming soon...