The Nihilism of American Comedy: Todd Phillips’ The Hangover Trilogy Aren explores the nihilism and satire of Todd Phillips' trilogy. Read More Essays, Movies TodayAren BergstromMay 27, 2013American, Bradley Cooper, comedy, Ed Helms, Ken Jeong, nihilism, satire, The Hangover, The Hangover Part II, The Hangover Part III, Todd Phillips, Zach Galifianakis Comment