Mark Wahlberg and Paul Walter Hauser Discuss New Comedy 'Balls Up'

Mark Wahlberg and Paul Walter Hauser recently discussed their roles in the new Amazon MGM action comedy 'Balls Up', which is now streaming on Prime Video. The film features a series of comedic scenarios, including a scene where the characters attempt to swallow condoms filled with cocaine.

During a Zoom interview, Wahlberg joked about his experience with the scene, stating, "Mark said he had a lot of experience," while Hauser added humorously that he had swallowed multiple condoms during filming.

This particular scene has drawn attention for its absurdity and has been described as characteristic of the film's overall comedic tone. 'Balls Up' was written by Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick, known for their work on 'Zombieland' and 'Deadpool'. The film is directed by Peter Farrelly, who has previously directed comedies such as 'Dumb and Dumber' and 'There’s Something About Mary'.

Farrelly's recent work includes the Oscar-winning film 'Green Book', but 'Balls Up' marks a return to his comedic roots. In the film, Wahlberg and Hauser portray salesmen promoting a unique condom product that covers both the penis and the testicles.

The plot takes a turn when they find themselves in Brazil, where they inadvertently disrupt a crucial moment in a World Cup game, leading to a series of chaotic events involving a drug lord, played by Sacha Baron Cohen.

" The film's humor is heavily reliant on absurd situations and comedic dialogue, which Wahlberg and Hauser both embraced during filming. " Overall, 'Balls Up' aims to deliver a mix of lowbrow humor and outrageous situations, appealing to fans of R-rated comedies.

The film's combination of absurdity and comedic talent is expected to resonate with audiences looking for lighthearted entertainment.