Sex Drive
Sex Drive is a movie that follows a dorky teen named Ian on a 500 mile trip to lose his virginity. He has just turned 18, and he feels like the last American virgin. He works at the mall donut shop, he’s taunted by his womanizing older brother, Rex, and he’s even losing ladies to his 14-year-old brother. Having struck out time and again with his dream girl and longtime friend, Felicia, Ian finally resorts to logging on and looking for a date online. In a stunning turn of events, Ian manages to chat up a beautiful blonde name Ms. Tasty, who’s eager to be his first. She’s fun, she’s sexy, and she’s everything that Ian has ever wanted in a girlfriend. The only thing preventing them from consummating their relationship now is the distance between them; Ian lives in Chicago and Ms. Tasty lives 500 miles away in Knoxville. But it’s easy to pretend that you’re someone you’re not online, and Ian hasn’t exactly been honest about his appearance in the first place. Still, he’s sure he could charm Ms. Tasty all the same once he meets her in person, so he takes the advice of his best friend Lance and prepares to take Ms. Tasty up on her offer to “go all the way” for him if he “drives all the way” for her. Let the “sex drive” begin. (Synopsis provided by AMG)
Unfortunately there’s not much to this movie. It is full of clichés and gags that have been seen before and done better. Now don’t get me wrong, it definitely has its funny moments, but I couldn’t help but think I’ve already seen it before. Flashes of “Not Another Teen Movie”, “Trojan War”, and “American Pie” crossed my mind throughout the movie. The movie’s only saving grace are the scenes that have Seth Green and James Marsden in them. These two actors were absolutely hilarious and stood out so much, you find yourself wishing the movie was following their characters.
If you enjoy the typical teen sex comedies you will probably find yourself enjoying this movie, but it is definitely not “Superbad” and should not be in considered in a comparison with it. If you decide you want to see this movie at all, I would suggest it is a rental at best. The performances of Seth Green and James Marsden are easily worth that price.