Pitch Perfect (2012)
84%RT Audience Score: 83%
Awards & Nominations: NA
Pitch Perfect is a harmonious blend of comedy, music, and girl power that will leave you singing its praises long after the credits roll. While some may find the a cappella performances lacking, the film’s witty writing and talented cast more than make up for any vocal shortcomings. Anna Kendrick shines as the reluctant leader of the Barden Bellas, and Rebel Wilson steals the show as the irreverent Fat Amy. With its infectious energy and catchy soundtrack, Pitch Perfect is a cinematic treat that’s sure to hit all the right notes.
Pitch Perfect is the perfect movie for anyone who loves singing, comedy, and Ben Platt (who doesn’t?). Sure, the singing might not be everyone’s cup of tea, but the jokes are on point and Rebel Wilson steals the show. It’s like Glee and Bridesmaids had a baby and named it Pitch Perfect. So grab some popcorn, get ready to sing along, and enjoy the aca-awesome ride.
Production Company(ies)
Brownstone Productions, Ensemble, Gold Circle Entertainment, Peacock, Universal Pictures
Distributor
Universal Pictures
Release Type
Theatrical, Theatrical (Wide)
Filming Location(s)
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States; New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
MPAA / Certificate
PG-13
Year of Release
2012
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Dolby
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Aspect ratio:NA
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Runtime:1h 52m
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Language(s):English
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Country of origin:United States
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Release date:Release Date (Theaters): Oct 5, 2012 Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 18, 2012
Genre(s)
Musical/Comedy
Keyword(s)
starring Anna Kendrick, Skylar Astin, Rebel Wilson, Adam DeVine, Anna Camp, Brittany Snow, directed by Jason Moore, written by Kay Cannon, musical, comedy, romance, PG-13 rating, box office gross $65.0M, produced by Paul Brooks, Max Handelman, Elizabeth Banks, reviewed by Kimber Myers, Derek Malcolm, Donald Clarke, Henry Barnes, Tim Robey, Nigel Andrews, Danielle Solzman, Michael Cuby, Jason Best, Wesley Lovell, Richard Propes, Sarah Knight Adamson, college, singing, a cappella, competition, mean girls, cliques, traditional arrangements, amazing harmonic combinations, outsider, underdog, musical numbers, performances, formulaic plot, toe-tapping, Beca, Jesse, Fat Amy, Bumper, Aubrey, Chloe, Elizabeth Banks, Ben Platt, acapella, Bring It On, outcast, misfits, Rebel Wilson, Hana Mae Lee, Adam DeVine, quirky, commentary, charm, funny moments, biting satire, comedy moments, cult film, classic, Glee, musical performances, musical groups, college music competitions
Worldwide gross: $185,400,345
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): NA
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): NA
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): NA
US/Canada gross: $104,897,530
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): NA
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): NA
US/Canada opening weekend:
US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): NA
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): NA
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): $17,000,000
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): $23,273,455
Production budget ranking: 1,286
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): $12,532,755
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
ROI to date (est.): NA
ROI ranking: NA
Skylar Astin – Jesse
Rebel Wilson – Fat Amy
Adam DeVine – Bumper
Anna Camp – Aubrey
Brittany Snow – Chloe
Director – Jason Moore
Producer – Paul Brooks, Max Handelman, Elizabeth Banks
Writer – Kay Cannon
Director(s)
Jason Moore
Writer(s)
Kay Cannon
Producer(s)
Paul Brooks, Max Handelman, Elizabeth Banks
Film Festivals
Awards & Nominations
NA
Academy Awards
All Critics (156) | Top Critics (55) | Fresh (126) | Rotten (30)
Luckily, Pitch Perfect has just enough flaws to (almost) keep us from making terrible puns around its title, but this fun comedy is good enough to leave an a cappella version of “No Diggity” stuck in your head. For a week.
August 15, 2013 | Rating: B+
Kimber Myers
The Playlist
TOP CRITIC
The sung numbers are pretty dreadful but you can’t have everything.
December 27, 2012 | Rating: 3/5
Derek Malcolm
London Evening Standard
TOP CRITIC
There are things to whinge about here. But Pitch Perfect proves impossible to resist.
December 21, 2012 | Rating: 3/5
Donald Clarke
Irish Times
TOP CRITIC
The song’s the same, but Pitch Perfect is a great cover version.
December 20, 2012 | Rating: 4/5
Henry Barnes
Guardian
TOP CRITIC
Amusing though the movie can be, there’s something missing in the warmth department. Like songs without accompaniment, its jokes lack any charm or liking for the characters.
December 20, 2012 | Rating: 3/5
Tim Robey
Daily Telegraph (UK)
TOP CRITIC
The Spinal Tap of unaccompanied singing.
December 20, 2012 | Rating: 4/5
Nigel Andrews
Financial Times
TOP CRITIC
Pitch Perfect is still aca-exciting a decade after its release.
October 6, 2022 | Rating: 5/5
Danielle Solzman
Solzy at the Movies
The singing is great, the jokes are plentiful, and, well…Ben Platt! Need I say more?
September 27, 2022
Michael Cuby
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Pitch Perfect combines the tuneful underdog triumphs of Glee with the sassiness of Bridesmaids to produce a sweet-sounding, wickedly funny movie.
December 17, 2020 | Rating: 3/5
Jason Best
Movie Talk
Anna Kendrick anchors a terrific cast of young women as they explore internal struggles and external threats in a cappella glory.
December 16, 2020 | Rating: 3.5/4
Wesley Lovell
Cinema Sight
Features a performance from Rebel Wilson that should turn the actress into a household name.
September 20, 2020 | Rating: 3.5/4.0
Richard Propes
TheIndependentCritic.com
Pitch Perfect isn’t always on key, but it’s more impressive than a good karaoke performance, enough so to provide plenty of laughs and entertainment.
January 22, 2020 | Rating: 3/4
Sarah Knight Adamson
Sarah’s Backstage Pass…
Plot
College student Beca joins an a cappella group made up of misfits and together they compete in college music competitions in Pitch Perfect.
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
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