Get Him to the Greek is a 2010 adult comedy, music, and workplace film directed by Nicholas Stoller. The movie follows the story of Aldous Snow, an English rockstar whose career is on the decline. His record label, Pinnacle Records, wants him to make a comeback in a monumental event at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles. Aaron Green, a talent scout for Pinnacle, is tasked to bring Aldous from London to LA. Along the way, they face several obstacles, including Aldous’ wild lifestyle, Aaron’s failing relationship, and their personal demons.
The movie opens with Aldous Snow releasing a critically panned album named African Child in 2009. His relationship with his girlfriend, Jackie Q, ends, and their son, Naples, is awarded to Jackie. Meanwhile, Sergio Roma, the boss of Pinnacle Records, is looking for ideas to save their label from bankruptcy. Aaron Green, an executive in the company, suggests bringing Aldous to perform at the Greek Theatre, where his show ten years before was a success. Sergio sends Aaron to London to convince Aldous to come to LA.
As Aaron meets Aldous in London, they go drinking at a bar and wake up the next day with a massive hangover. Aaron has to bring Aldous to New York to perform on the Today show, a talk show where Aldous can promote his upcoming concert. In New York, Aaron babysits Aldous, making sure he stays sober and ready for the show. However, he also has to deal with his failing relationship with his girlfriend, Daphne.
Aldous and Aaron travel to Las Vegas, where Aldous wants to meet his father and son. Sergio rewards Aaron with a woman named Destiny, who tries to rape him. Aldous saves Aaron with marijuana and helps him overcome his anxiety. When Aaron suggests they have a threesome with Daphne, Aldous declines, and Aaron kicks him out of his car, only to find him on the rooftop of the Standard Hotel, contemplating suicide.
Get Him to the Greek explores the wild and sensitive sides of a rockstar’s life, trying to balance the character’s public persona with their personal struggles. The film does not shy away from showing the rockstar life’s excesses, including drugs, alcohol, and partying with women.
In conclusion, Get Him to the Greek is an entertaining film that explores the life of a rockstar, complete with all the excesses and personal issues that come with it. The movie’s two-sided narrative adds depth to the story, showing the characters’ sensitive and wild sides. With great acting from Jonah Hill, Russell Brand, and Elisabeth Moss, the film is a must-watch for music lovers and comedy fans.
