How to Lose Friends & Alienate People

Synopsis

How to Lose Friends & Alienate People is a comedy film that follows the life of a British writer named Sidney Young, played by Simon Pegg, who gets a job at a prestigious magazine in New York City. Young's eccentric and unconventional ways clash with the high society of the magazine, leading to numerous comedic situations. As Young tries to navigate the cutthroat world of celebrity journalism, he finds himself torn between his desire for success and his principles. The film explores themes of fame, integrity, and the price of ambition, all wrapped up in a hilarious and satirical package.

Cast

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  Simon Pegg

  Sidney Young

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  Kirsten Dunst

  Alison Olsen

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  Danny Huston

  Lawrence Maddox

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  Megan Fox

  Sophie Maes

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  Jeff Bridges

  Clayton Harding

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  Gillian Anderson

  Eleanor Johnson

Reviews

How to Lose Friends & Alienate People received mixed reviews from critics. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a rating of 37%, stating that the film 'wastes its talented cast on a script that is less satire and more like a misjudged comedy that tries too hard for laughs.' Conversely, IMDb users rated it 6.4/10, with some praising Simon Pegg's performance and the film's dry humor. Metacritic rated the movie 35/100, indicating generally unfavorable reviews. Critics pointed out the lack of depth in the characters and the predictability of the storyline. Despite this, some found enjoyment in the film's satirical take on the media industry and its quirky humor.