This story of a rich developer that agrees to live in the slums of Los Angeles for thirty (30) days as part of a bet has many similarities to the Eddie Murphy classic of the 1980's. Simply not as funny. This is not Mel Brooks at his funniest, or best, but there is something here. First of all there is heart in this one. Brooks does something similar to what Trading Places does, and that is finds humanity in all people. Secondly, there are some very funny moments in the movie-just not enough. The characters have a Brooks' flare. I have always said that Mel Brooks' best works are when he collaborated with someone else: Wilder in Young Frankenstein, or Pryor in Blazing Saddles. If you are a fan of Mel Brooks this is an enjoyable time.
Review of Life Stinks
