“Senseless” is a movie that perfectly plays to the strengths of its star. Marlon Wayans disappointed me with “Scary Movie” and “Little Man”. However, I still somewhat liked his manic energy so “Senseless” is a film that is just perfect for him.

In this film, Darryl Witherspoon (Wayans) is a university student that wants to win a competition that will see him land a job as a junior analyst at a prestigious company. However, he has to beat his snooty rival (David Spade “Tommy Boy”). To earn some extra cash on the side, he agrees to be part of an experimental drug trial. Dr. Wheedon (Brad Dourif “Child’s Play”) provides the strange substance that enhances all of Darryl’s senses.

Marlon Wayans has found a script that suits him. He gets to put all that energy in and is actually really funny. David Spade can be irritating in films such as “Joe Dirt” but he’s good here because he can play the unlikeable rival. Matthew Lillard (“Scream”) is really bad though as Darryl’s roommate. I wish that Brad Dourif was in more of this film because he’s always fun to watch. Rip Torn (“Men In Black”) has a role here as part of the company offering the analyst job and he’s entertaining here.

“Senseless” is a funny movie with an engaging concept as it would be interesting to have all your senses heightened. The movie takes many predictable turns but it’s amusing enough to keep you interested. It’s no classic by any means but this is easily the best pure comedy any of the Wayans brothers have done since “In Living Colour” hit tv screens in the early 90s. If you’ve seen films such as “The Mask” and “Liar Liar” with Jim Carrey, you’ll know what sort of comedy to expect.