“Shitheads” is at its best when it is pushing the limits and not as concerned about what it all means, letting his cast have as much fun with the material and characters as they possibly can and more than willing to accept any and all ideas.
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Sure, it’s not quite as good as the original, but it doesn’t have to be so long as it honors its legacy and does right by the classics. “The Naked Gun” does both of these things, and if you’re looking for a good riotous time at the movies, you really can’t go wrong with this one.
“Oh Hi!” is a sort of millennial “Misery” told through a series of unfortunate situationships. There’s an earnestness from Brooks’ direction and screenplay that allows even the most outlandish events to remain hopelessly charming and romantic.
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“Saturday Night” is a breezy, fast paced, consistently funny movie going experience, a true crowd pleaser. It may not have anything to say about its subject matter, but it’s hard not to be won over by its nostalgia fueled aesthetic and stellar cast.
“Snack Shack” has enough of that 90s nostalgia to be worth the summer journey, even if the emotional impact and confusing tonal imbalance holds it back from reaching the heights it strives for.
“American Fiction” is a can’t miss comedy and one of the best films of the year.
“Bottoms” is wild, outrageous, unbelievable, and downright absurd. But somehow, it all somehow works in this hilarious film.
“Joy Ride” is a laugh out loud delight that nails raunchy comedy but also injects an incredible amount of heart underneath shock value jokes.
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