Ep 96. Honest Trailers - Pitch Perfect

In this episode of Honest Trailers, the popular a cappella flick "Pitch Perfect" is put under the microscope. The trailer begins by poking fun at the concept of the film, which involves a group of misfit college students competing in a singing competition. The narrator points out that in real life, such a competition would never exist, but then again, musicals are not exactly known for being realistic.

As the trailer continues, the narrator turns his attention to the characters themselves. He notes that despite being "a ragtag group of rebels," the characters are all still impossibly attractive and talented. The trailer also highlights some of the quirks of the characters, such as Anna Kendrick's apparent inability to sing without her headphones on.

Another point of focus in the trailer is the film's use of cover songs rather than original music. The narrator remarks that "Pitch Perfect" is essentially a two-hour-long jukebox musical, and while the songs are indeed catchy, the film's lack of originality is hard to ignore.

As the trailer nears its end, the narrator turns his attention to the film's various subplots, including Beca's attempts to start her own music career and the budding romance between Bumper and Fat Amy. The trailer doesn't pull any punches in mocking these storylines, pointing out their contrivances and predictable outcomes.

Overall, the trailer for "Pitch Perfect" is both hilarious and honest. For fans of the film, it's a fun way to revisit the movie while also acknowledging its flaws. For those who've never seen it, the trailer is a great introduction that perfectly sums up the film's overall tone and themes.