ARE WE DONE YET? (2007) Movie Reaction! | First Time Watch! | Ice Cube | Nia Long | John C. McGinley

The hosts consistently frame 'Are We Done Yet?' as a horror movie, not a comedy, due to the unending series of home repair disasters (electrical, dry rot, plumbing, pests) and the unsettling, omnipresent character of Chuck Mitchell Jr. (John C. McGinley). Chuck, who appears as a real estate agent, contractor, city inspector, midwife, and couples therapist, is described as a 'cult leader' or 'evil clown' whose actions are 'very harmful' despite the comedic intent. This portrayal resonates with the real-life anxieties of owning a home.

Vivian Day states, 'This is a horror movie. Jabby, you did not prepare me.' (32:19). Later, she adds, 'He's like an evil clown that won't go away.' (40:47). Jabby Ko notes, 'The insanity of everything happening. It was like the whole thing with Mother is like she's they're trying to gaslight her into thinking this is all quite normal when her house is' (43:54). Vivian Day also calls Chuck a 'good cult leader' (55:41).

The hosts commend Ice Cube's portrayal of Nick Persons, noting his surprising vulnerability and goofy nature, which stands in stark contrast to his earlier 'badass' persona established in N.W.A. and other films. They highlight his unwavering commitment to the role, even amidst the escalating absurdities and frustrations his character endures.

Jabby Ko remarks, 'Man, Ice Cube is committing. He's so good.' (8:37). Later, he elaborates, 'I really liked Ice Cube in this though. I appreciated his commitment 'cause like I say this almost every time we watch him in a role like this. First coming on the scene he was like playing he was the badass dude in in NWA. My introduction with him was like he's a badass dude but in the movie he he's like he's extremely vulnerable and he's very goofy.' (1:04:02).

A major 'misstep' in the movie, and a crucial real-world lesson, is Nick's failure to hire a professional home inspector before purchasing the house. This oversight leads to unforeseen and costly repairs, including electrical system overhauls, widespread dry rot, and corroded plumbing. The hosts emphasize that while an inspection might cost around a thousand dollars, it can save hundreds of thousands in potential hidden damages.

Jabby Ko states, 'Inspections are expensive, but they're necessary. So necessary.' (17:27). He further explains, 'That was the biggest misstep is not inspecting the house 'cause like it's gonna cost you about a grand which is really expensive but it could save you upwards of hundreds of thousands of dollars on repairs that you're not seeing because it's all behind the walls like the rot.' (57:24).

The hosts express significant frustration with Nia Long's character, Suzanne, for her consistent support of Chuck and her seemingly delusional approach to the family's escalating problems. They perceive her as 'problematic' and 'crazy' for not recognizing the severity of the situation and for not supporting her husband, Nick, more effectively.

Vivian Day comments, 'Girl, you're being problematic.' (38:21). Later, she adds, 'That drives me crazy how delusional she was, right? Consistently throughout this whole series, she's been just so like, 'Yeah, I'll let you watch my kids. Yeah, let's move into this home. you take care of it. Yeah, let's, you know, we're going to have twins, so let's spend all this money to It's weird.' (1:02:56).