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1. Ford Timberlake 10.21.12 / 3pm

   Great review. I have seen the film and think your review was very accurate. With the top notch cast, funny movie premise, and unique plot the movie seemed to keep the audience entertained throughout the film and most of all laugh throughout the film. Recently, it seems as if it is hard to come by movies that can make an audience have a clean laugh, but this movie seemed to do so. Your summary was very to the point and informative. Great job.
2. Chris Linn 10.21.12 / 5pm

   Overall I fell this review have the film the credit that it deserves. The movie did not impress me as much as The Hangover, but still it kept me entertained throughout. Different from you I had some high expectations for this movie, as Seth Mcfarlane is one of my favorites, and I can say that I was not dissapointed though I was wanting a little more.
3. Chenxi Tian 10.21.12 / 7pm

   I have seen this movie and I really enjoyed seeing this kind of comedy. Life is hard. We have already had so much pressure and worries. So why we people always see so many tragic movies? Why not try something humorous, such as Ted. In this movie Ted, the character Ted is the representative of childhood. Willing or not, we have to grow up one day. However, it is important for us always keeps a childish hart in front of life. In this way, no matter what kind of difficulties we confront, we can always keep smiling to face them.
4. Alejandro Aguilar 10.21.12 / 10pm

   I saw this movie when it came out. I had high expectations, seeing that I used to be a fan of Family Guy. Ultimately, this film was one of those movies that is perfect for the Family Guy fan of today. You said it yourself perfectly, it’s a film that sticks with its crude humor genre. Albeit, it does have its few funny moments, it comes off as generic mostly due to the genre and people it’s attracting. However, I will say that the idea for the film is a really good idea for one. Overall, this film was a film that I’m okay with after one viewing.
5. Kevin Tiziani 10.23.12 / 2pm

   I really enjoyed this movie. Seth MacFarlane has a sense of humor that not many other film and tv show makers have. Although a little hit or miss every once in awhile, the majority of the time he is hitting is out of the ballpark. TED was great because it is an adult take on a childhood story. The humor is crude yet witty throughout the movie and this is what gives the film the amazing amount of charisma it has
6. Daniel Reveles 10.24.12 / 7pm

   Ted was an awesome movie. I think that you really hit the nail on the head saying it’s a film that you have to go in expecting nothing. If you expect witty comedy or an amazingly acted well written script, you’ll definitely be dissapointed. Where Ted exceeds is in not taking itself too seriously. It’s a movie about a talking stuffed animal who smokes pot and the filmmakers did a great job recognizing that. While Wahlberg’s performance was awesome like most Wahlberg films I definitely think that Ribisi’s performance was the shining star of the film. That dude is just freaky.
7. Chen Liu 10.28.12 / 9pm

   I think you did a really great review for this funny film. You tell lots of interesting information about Ted and his friends, who are the main character in this film, too. I was in China when Ted came out, so I didn’t have the chance to go to theater to watch it. What a pity! I have some imaginations about the cute Ted bear in this film who are always appearing on many movie posters, but I don’t exactly know what is talked about. From your review, I know the relationships between Ted and John. I understand what Teddy means to John. He is his friend, his support, even his life. They are both cute and boyish. I think maybe you are right, they will not grow up even after ten years later. Until now, I haven’t seen this film yet, but thanks to your review, I am so interested in it that I want to watch it right now.
8. Jessica Taxara 10.31.12 / 6pm

   When I first heard of this film I thought it was a children’s film at first. Then I started hearing people’s reactions about how funny it was and how it was surely not a children’s film at all. Hearing everything about it, I went and saw it for myself. The review you wrote about for Ted is exactly my thoughts on the film as well. Mark Wahlberg and Mila Kunis are a few of my favorable characters so that was another reason to go see this film but also to see how a teddy bear would be incorporated into it. I agree that the humor in this film is humor that the average person experiences or just knows about and I think that is the reason why this film was so popular because people could relate to the humorous situations that occurred.
9. Trevor Swigart 11.06.12 / 2pm

   Going into the movie I didn’t have many expectations for this film in terms of being really good and funny, I was kind of expecting it to be on the stupid side. However, like the review said, it was actually kind of funny. All the one-liners from Ted had and how he really can’t do wrong in his bosses eyes really added to the humor. I also like how real Ted and John’s interactions felt and looked, it really looked like he was talking and interacting with this talking teddy bear. And like most films after their falling out they were able to re kindle their friendship after they thought ted was dead, which was a little predictable but that’s what you get with a film like this. Overall I thought the movie was pretty good and humorous, and enjoyed it.
10. Daniel Krainer 11.20.12 / 5pm

    Interesting review. It gave a good sense of the plot and how the story pans out and progresses. I am also happy to hear that you enjoyed this because many people I have heard from about this said not to waste my time. That it really isn’t all that funny and just turns into the basic love story and not really a comedy. If it is just the kind of dumb humor I could enjoy that, many of the movies coming out are like that and are incredibly funny. I think I will check this one out now, thanks for the review.
11. Casey Cummings 01.28.13 / 9am

    A unique review but a good one at that.Ted is hilarious, i caught myself laughing throughout the entire film and i felt the actors nailed their parts making the movie even funnier. The story was different, a talking teddy bear? really? but if you give it a chance im sure you will enjoy it by the end.
12. Lauren Jackson 01.28.13 / 9am

    First of all, I want to compliment you on writing such a great review. I saw the movie, I enjoyed it a lot, laughed my ass off, and recommended it to a few many friends. I want to add in that I noticed how incredibly crazy as to how many different comedies now exist in film history, and how stupid the humor has gotten. Leading from stupid and retarded humor such as, “Movie 43”, in which in my eyes was one of the worst films I have ever seen to, “Bridesmaids”, “Beetle Juice”, or “Ted”, “Ted”, a part from the modern day life of the drugs (weed), partying, and common stupidity and stages in growing up, I thought, “Ted”, was one of my favorite films. It made me laugh just as much and as hard as, “Bridesmaids”, and I continue to want to watch it with any friend who has yet to see it.
    You mentioned each event, story line in a perfect outline and plot in which made sense to most everyone’s eyes. So, great job :)
13. Jacob Dekker 01.28.13 / 9am

    Good review. Definitely one of the funniest movies I saw this past year. There were a lot of parallels to Seth McFarlane’s popular TV show Family Guy, and I think it’s important to note that if you don’t find Seth McFarlane’s other work funny you will most likely have a hard time laughing and you might even find this offensive. Despite the fact that it followed a pretty common narrative it was definitely worth the ticket price. There are rumors that there is a Ted 2 on the way!
14. Mina Unemoto 03.22.13 / 11am

    Thank you for sharing your review of Ted. I watched this film having zero expectation like you because the reviews weren’t good on filmreview.com, but the box office isn’t really bad so I decided to go to theater. Though there was a dream and a cheerful comedy, but I could not laugh too much because the most of the humor is based on the gossip and reality events on the U.S, so I guess foreigners like me are hard to understand what is so funny about. (I also didn’t like Black jokes) However, the scene Ted died was like watching hurtful animal movies lol I think this film is fine to watch without thinking.
15. Kathrine Krasnoff 03.22.13 / 9pm

    I found your review of the film great and how you kept it straight without giving away any spoilers.
    I had no interest in this movie at all so when I decided to watch it, after hearing from different sources how great it is, I did not have high expectations. But I really enjoyed this movie and found myself laughing out loud. Ted and John‘s relationship is hilarious and very entertaining. Ted’s actions and what comes out of his mouth is so wrong on so many levels, which make it hilarious. It’s fun to see Wahlberg in such an easy and relaxed character, no muscles or gangs needed.
16. Sherri Fountain 04.05.13 / 11pm

    This movie Ted was just awesome. I was not expecting it to be this funny. My husband was so thrilled that this movie was coming out because he loves Seth Macfarlane so much and obviously watches Family Guy, American Dad, and Cleveland shows. I didn’t want to see the movie at first because it didn’t make any sense that there was a talking bear in the movie and everyone was okay with that, but as the movie went on I totally fell in love with the stupid, crude little bear.
    I am hoping that Seth Macfarlane will either do a sequel to this movie, or something similar.
17. jordan mathew 07.02.13 / 9pm

    Your review of “Ted” was right on! I saw the movie and thought it was very funny. I agree that there is no real depth to this movie, but that is what I would expect from a Seth MacFarlane movie. It was a totally predictable movie that definitely played well to the audience it was intended to. The actors ended up being well cast. I personally was surprised by how well Mark Wahlberg was able to carry off his role in the movie. I think if they decided to make a “Ted 2” it would be very well received.
18. Taylor Hay 07.05.13 / 11am

    This movie was by far one of my favorite, R-rated movies! If you are a fan of Seth MacFarlane, you absolutely have to see this movie. Before this movie, I never associated Mark Wahlberg with comedies, but I loved him in the movie. Mark Wahlberg and Seth MacFarlane were absolutely brilliant together! Mila Kunis was amazing, as always. She never has a bad movie. The movie never had a dull part. Giovanni Ribisi did a good job as being the creepy dad character. Compared to the R-rated movies in the 1970’s, the studio system has defiantly changed for the better and the worst. This movie is a definite must see, though.
19. Alec Stoll 07.06.13 / 11pm

    I really enjoyed this movie. I am definitely into the stupid comedies because I love laughing throughout a movie. This was a movie that I was able to laugh out loud a lot during. Seth MacFarlane is unbelievably talented and I am a huge fan of Family Guy because of all the references that he makes to pop culture. He did a really good job doing the same thing here. I was a little skeptical when I first heard what the storyline was but once I saw that Mark Wahlberg was in the movie and Mila Kunis was as well I got excited because they are two of my top actors. I would definitely recommend the movie.
20. Philip Mogil 07.06.13 / 11pm

    I think you gave this film the perfect review. I found myself in the same situation – going in with no expectations and ended up pleasantly surprised. It was nice to see Seth MacFarlane work in a more human form of comedy, and it seemed to work well. In fact, I think it was the fact that the movie didn’t try so hard to be funny that made it funny. It was very coordinated in its approach to humor, relying on realistic generalizations and habits of people. Overall, I think you hit the nail on the head – it was the perfect solution for a comedy from which you don’t expect any serious depth.
21. anishkapatel92 03.21.14 / 11am

    Great job! Ted was possibly the best comedy and cutest movie I have ever watched. Seth MacFarlane, the director, producer, writer and actor of this movie did a great job portraying Ted as the typical adult male. Ted smokes, dates girls and works at a grocery store. Seth MacFarlane puts grown up humor into everything Ted does but also gives him a sensitive side. Mark Wahlberg does a wonderful playing John character and really brings out the child in him. His interaction with Ted is entertaining to watch, as are the emotional scenes between the two. I would certainly recommend this hilarious comedy to others. Looking at the other comments I don’t think a “Ted 2” sequel would be as funny just as the “Hangover” sequels.
22. Jennifer Sheppard 04.22.14 / 5pm

    I thought Ted was absolutely funny! It was very inappropriate and great! Like you stated, it was nice seeing “Marky Marky” (Mark Wahlberg) in a comedic movie. Ted portrays a cute looking teddy bear with a foul mouth and who smokes pot. I would recommend this movie to anyone who wants a good laugh and doesn’t mind the really vulgar details.
23. shuyu Ning 07.10.14 / 4pm

    Ted (Seth MacFarlane 2012)

    Actually, I didn’t have high expectations for Ted, just my classmates asked me went to downtown of Santa Barbara, we watched this movie after dinner. I thought it was so cute movie. After that time, I was surprised many told me it was absolutely hilarious.
    I know that a lot of lonely boys are compelled to wish to have a bear to their life.They do need a best friend.
    I was so glad that the cuddly Teddy becomes a devoted friend and confidante of him.
    And also, I hope that I could have a Teddy too, stay close and grow older,but our relationship never ends. The leading male called John (Mark Wahlberg) and his teddy, or ted (voiced by Seth MacFarlane) are so lovely.
24. Morgan Bruce 03.12.15 / 11am

    I saw this film multiple times and I think you did a good job at summarizing the plot. I was not quite sure what to expect before seeing this film, but I was pleased with the results. I completely agree that there were many hilarious moments and as you said Ted’s job promotions were definitely included in those moments. I also agree that Giovanni Ribisi did a really good job at playing his character. He did a great job at seeming extremely creepy and making us fear for Ted. As you said, the film was crude, but I think that is part of the reason it was so funny. Sometimes that kind of humor is just entertaining to watch and as previous comments said, you get a much needed laugh out of it. I also like how you mentioned that the movie is able to tap into reality, which is definitely another reason why the film is so funny. Personally I could picture certain people doing these things, maybe not as extreme, but the fact that the movie was relatable to our reality made it quite hilarious.
25. samantha janus 04.10.21 / 11pm

    This review is emotional and tugs at the heart, just like this movie does when you watch it. A great summary of this film that really describes the movie perfectly. This movie portrays a great deal of character development and how Ted and his owner grow as people to understand the importance of loyalty. The two characters really would do anything for each other and, like the review mentions, the teddy bear comes into a lonely, little boy’s life (Wahlberg) when he really needed it. Their relationship blossoms into such a meaningful attachment and this review touches every base of it.
26. Michel Burton 04.10.22 / 10pm

    I thought that your review was very accurate and described the film perfectly. I have always loved watching Mark Wahlberg as an actor, and I as well found it intriguing to see him in a comedic role when I first watched the movie Ted. I thought he did a great job portraying John, and that it seemed very natural to him as well. Even though I enjoy watching Wahlberg in his other films, I definitely would like to see him in more comedy films as well. I thought your description of this film belonging to the crude/dumb-ass category is also very accurate as well. Considering it was directed and made by Seth MacFarlene, I wouldn’t expect anything other than the numerous funny scenes and laughs shared throughout this film.
27. Skylar Grani 07.22.23 / 10pm

    Hi Kathleen. This is a good review of the film Ted. I was also very entertained by the film and watching Mark Whalberg act in a comedic film. The use of music and facial expressions greatly added to the emotional responses viewers felt as they watched the film. John lives with Ted, who he was given when he was a young boy. Although a comedic film, the film Ted represented how people are reluctant to grow up and let go of their innocence, such as letting go of Ted.

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