Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson try to do what Leslie Nielsen and Priscilla Presley did so effortlessly more than three decades ago. The result is a mixed bag at best.

It’s not bad. The reboot of “The Naked Gun” tosses off a few sharp and/or stupidly effective gags of the hit-and-run variety, nice and quick. Sample exchange: “I guess you can’t fight City Hall.” “No.

The Naked Gun has reawakened moviegoers passion to be able to gather in theaters and laugh together. More comedies please.

Acclaimed for his dramatic roles, the actor is earning rave reviews for his unexpectedly hilarious performance in The Naked ...