The Promotion (2008)

The Promotion is a comedy that revolves around two supermarket employees vying for a managerial position. The plot focuses on their rivalry, humorous attempts to undermine each other, and the personal and professional challenges they face in their quest for the promotion. The film explores themes of ambition, work-life balance, and the absurdity of corporate culture, all while maintaining a light-hearted and comedic tone.

Length: 1h 26m
Genre: Comedy
This Title is: Humorous and Reflective of Workplace Dynamics

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Trailer

Cast

• Seann William Scott as Doug Stauber
• John C. Reilly as Richard Wehlner
• Jenna Fischer as Jen Stauber

Parental Guidance

Maturity Rating: R (for language including sexual references, and some drug use)

Includes language, sexual references, and drug use.

Trivia

• The film marks the directorial debut of Steve Conrad, who also wrote the screenplay.
• Several scenes were filmed in an actual working grocery store in Chicago.
• John C. Reilly and Seann William Scott learned actual supermarket managerial skills for their roles.

Our Review

The Promotion offers a humorous yet insightful look into the mundane yet competitive world of retail work. Seann William Scott and John C. Reilly deliver compelling performances, balancing the comedic elements with a sense of realism. The film’s strength lies in its ability to portray the absurdities of corporate culture while maintaining relatable characters. The humor is consistent, and the movie successfully avoids falling into slapstick, making it a nuanced comedy about ambition and integrity in the workplace.

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