Oh, Hi! is an out-there concept that partially works due to its talented stars and irreverent pace, though the overall story is often questionable. Molly Gordon and Logan Lerman both entertain and are very funny, clearly sharing chemistry in unexpected ways. Geraldine Viswanathan and John Reynolds are also hilarious supporting players here.
The film starts off sweet, almost letting you expect a dark turn after a "too good to be true" setting of the scene. When that turn comes, it's probably not what anybody would have probably guessed. The audacious idea here never quite hits the bullseye it's hoping to, with moral murkiness that isn't always satisfyingly addressed. However, that's eventually the appeal here -- the movie basks in how ridiculous it's getting that it starts enjoying itself more and more and getting even funnier. Still, the back half also feels diminished by an underwhelming and predictable ending, even when -- or if -- you're finally able to enjoy Oh, Hi! for the craziness that it is by then.
3/5
Review by: Gal Balaban