Pitch Perfect (2012)

A descendent of Glee, Pitch Perfect follows Beca and Jesse who join two different a capella groups hoping to eventually compete in a national tournament. Part romantic comedy, part musical and infused with a fraternity/sorority Greek element, there's a host of interesting sub-stories and characters yet this is definitely not everyone's cup of tea. At times horribly catty, the songs are well-chosen from pop hits and performed admirably and, for the most part, enjoyably. Beneath the story is a clichéd 'be yourself and don't be afraid to change' type moral which, in all fairness, is a worthwhile message worth repeating. Worth watching again in the background while not taking it too seriously.

7/10