Terrible Title, Terrible Movie, Terrible Everything // The Art Of The Steal Review

Warning: This film is disastrously bad. To fully get my point across, this review contains strong language and mature content. Parent discretion is advised. Now enjoy the review bitches!!

Plot Synopsis:

Crunch Calhoun (Kurt Russell), a semi-reformed art thief, agrees to get his old gang back together to pull off one last heist. Also starring Matt Dillon, Jay Baruchel, Kenneth Welsh, and Katherine Winnick.

Official Trailer:

Full Review:

Although this already came out last year in America (as a limited release), The Art Of The Steal is set to be released to the UK on June 20th. And I had the divine opportunity to watch this before anyone else in the UK (Thank you torrent sites!!). Because of this, my responsibility to advise you guys on what films to watch has just increased significantly, therefore I’m just gonna spit it out. This is a cinematic representation of herpes. To call this a bad film would be like calling Hitler a prick; it just isn’t enough! I’m glad and, at the same time, ashamed to know about this film. Ashamed because of how awful it is, but glad because I get to rant about it to you guys!! Let’s get stuck in, shall we?!

You know how it goes; I talk about the good points before the bad points so I shall try to succumb myself to giving this film any credit. I will admit that the cinematography of the film is pretty nice; each scene has a distinctive look and feel and many shots are fluidly choreographed and executed. But remember, don’t judge a book by it’s cover! Another aspect that the film succeeds in is establishing some enjoyable chemistry between the two Interpol officers in the film (played by Jason Jones and Terrence Stamp). They are the exact polar opposites of one another and without a doubt contribute the best moments throughout the entire runtime through their banter and arguing.

But realistically… that’s it! The Art Of The Steal fails dramatically in every other department to the point of cringeworthy. Honest to God, this film has B-Class movie written all over it, and it’s not even that good of a B-Class movie. If anything, it’s an Z-Class!! In fact, this film has riled me up so much this will be my first uncensored review, filled to the brim with ‘F This’ and ‘F That’ amongst other curse words and insults aimed directly to everyone involved in this production. So without further ado, let’s fucking get started already!!!

Let’s go from the ‘I Let It Slide’ issues to the issues that had me screaming ‘Fuck A Duck You Piece Of Shit!!’ at the TV screen. Firstly, the acting is surprisingly sub-par. Hollywood big name Kurt Russell (The Thing, Death Proof) and Oscar nominee Matt Dillon (Crash, Nothing But The Truth) try their very best to give a good performance but unfortunately the material they are given is as poor as Nibbles the rat, and the direction from Jonathan Sobol (who also wrote the film) doesn’t stretch the actors to their full potential.

The second issue is the atrocious pacing. Luckily, the film finds a rhythm of some kind later on in the film but this is still a glaring issue during the first half. Within the first 20 minutes, the film has outlined a 5 1/2 year timeline, bounced back and forth between 5 different countries and very aptly introduced 10 characters. I don’t know about you, but that’s a lot of information to take in within 20 minutes!! And frankly, I couldn’t tell what was happening; I couldn’t keep up with any of the details at all and when I thought I’ve got a hang of it, our characters are smuggling themselves into fucking Detroit!! The fact that this issue isn’t the worst problem with the film should be a forewarning to those who are still on the fence about watching this.

Because some of you may think that even if the film is this bad that surely, with a wacky premise such as the one being showcased, the film has the potential to be mindless fun nevertheless. But nope. This is as boring as Victoria Beckham’s pout. Mainly due to the nonsensical narrative, there is nothing in The Art Of The Steal that captivated me and made me care about the characters and their dilemmas. There is a lack of action sequences, which is kind of expected for a film of this kind, and the film heavily relies on conversation and dialogue to keep you interested. And ultimately, the film falls flat on its face because of this.

Why? Because the writing is abysmal!! Many moments are absurdly generic and cliché, including a couple ‘Race Against Time’ sequences which you have no doubt seen before in other heist films. This makes the movie incredibly predictable and pain-inducing for the film fanatic. And what’s worse is the dialogue. The dialogue is corny and each line comes across as those discarded from Arnold Schwarzenegger movies. You can tell that the film thinks it is funny and witty but it definitely is not. Far from it.

Speaking of the sense of humour, it is the worst I’ve seen in a while. Where Martin Scorsese’s latest masterpiece The Wolf Of Wall Street (see review HERE) has genius and downright hilarious humour, The Art Of The Steal looks like a drama compared to every other successful comedy. There are so many moments where the atmosphere in the room was tainted by the horrific jokes and quips. Even the jokes that have a big build up are just not worth it and other ‘funny’ moments translate to me as precariously attempting to induce a few chuckles from the audience via sexual references and foul mouthed language.

THEY EVEN RELY ON A GIANT FUCKING VAGINA TO MAKE US LAUGH!!!

If I haven’t made it all that clear, avoid this movie at all costs! It’s atrocious, pitiful, and a disgrace to cinema. The Art Of The Steal is essentially a poor man’s version of a Guy Ritchie film, so with that in mind don’t waste your time with this abomination and instead watch a quality crime/comedy film such as the stupendous Snatch or even the ludicrous Lock, Stock, and Two Smoking Barrels. Don’t even take up space on your computer by illegally downloading this visual piece of fecal matter and instead live your life to the fullest. But hey, at least the cinematography is nice!

Fergie’s Final Fifteen:

Little to no redeeming factors make this a cinematic tradegy. Not recommended in the slightest.

Rating:

E+

Despite loathing the film, I thoroughly enjoyed writing this review!! Hopefully you thoroughly enjoyed reading this review and if you did, please share it with your friends so there’s no chance any innocent human being will be tortured at the hands of Kurt Russell.

 

Get Ready To Be Creeped The F*ck Out! // Tell Short Film Review

Plot Synopsis:

Tortured by guilt, Taylor (Todd Bruno) seeks to hide his sin in hopes that it will become another dirty little secret. However, as he begins to see menacing visions and the line between reality and paranoia becomes blurred, his plans quickly unravel. Also starring Brigitte Kali Canales.

Official Trailer:

Full Review:

That’s right! Another short film review!! My exams are coming up in the next couple of weeks so chances are the number of short film reviews will be significantly high until the end of June. Blimey! That’s a long time!! I understand, but at least I will still be posting! I was thinking about going on hiatus but I couldn’t even dream about doing that to you guys (despite my education and future being at stake), so if anything you should thank me!! Anyways, here’s my review of Ryan Connolly’s Tell.

Directed by the Film Riot frontman and released in 2012, Tell is a lengthy short horror film, clocking in at around 30 minutes, that will no doubt satisfy fans of the genre through it’s handling of suspense and tension, and most certainly will please the rest of the movie loving population through the array of talent scattered in each frame despite the occasional flaw. Long story short, this is a good film!!

First and foremost, I should say one thing. Horror is a fading genre. Now obviously horror movies are being released all the time, with this year already been subject to the dreadful Devil’s Due and the pathetic Paranormal Activity: The Marked Ones. But the problem is that good horror films are very rare nowadays since Hollywood is unfortunately relying on jump scares and loud noises in order to ‘scare’ an audience. Remember, there’s a difference between startling an audience and flat out scaring them!

Thankfully, Mr. Connolly understands this and takes advantage of it to a wonderful degree, by not filling his picture with undeserving pop outs and opting out of using grotesque images to conjure up reaction. Instead, he focuses on building tension and trying to creep us out to the max. A lot of Connolly’s shots linger on for quite a bit, which heightens the tension even further to the point where it could be cut with a butter knife. AAGGH! Sorry for the writing cliché!!! I should be burned at the stake for that.. AAAGGH! More writing clichés!!

Speaking of clichés, Tell very cleverly recognises the clichés that plague the horror genre and turns them on their heads, which not only makes me, a cinema fanatic that has seen these clichés done to death, appreciate the film even more it also makes it even scarier because you are not sure which path the film is gonna take. But do you want to know what else is scary? The acting talent!!

And what’s even scarier is the generic set-up for this paragraph! But in all seriousness, Todd Bruno (who also stars in Connolly’s other short Proximity) brings to the table his many years of expertise to give us a chilling, tortured and somehow sympathetic performance as the very complex-in-nature character Taylor; maintaining suspense through moments where his deeply layered psychological ordeal is slowly unfolding before us. The other actors, whom are small in quantity, do a fine job but I feel they don’t necessarily meet the standards of Bruno. Granted, they don’t get as much to work with but nevertheless the way they treat the material they are given isn’t handled as sublimely.

I keep mentioning how suspenseful and tense this film is but I should point out an underlying factor that makes the film so successful in this area. Tell wouldn’t be as suspenseful as it is without Daniel James’s slowly building yet pulsing soundtrack which moulds the main backbone of the film. Chords are struck only when they are needed and there is a surprising attention to detail in how the score compliments each particular scene. Watching and listening to Tell is a terrifying and nail-biting pleasure.

Of course, the film isn’t perfect; one issue is incredibly minor and the other a little bit larger. I felt that during a couple of scenes the tension drooped down a little, like a thin fibre string being stretched taught but then slowly loosened as the hands come to meet each other once again. Check me out with my hyperboles!! As I was saying, with tension this high being held onto throughout this much of a runtime, it felt somewhat out of place to be able to breathe normally! And I also sensed some jittery camera movement during some elaborately choreographed shots, which shamefully took me out of the film for a little bit. On such a low budget, of course Tell wasn’t going to be a technical and/or figurative masterpiece but these issues still need to be addressed as it is still Connolly’s contribution to short film cinema.

But at the end of the day, this is a film worthy of your time. If you’re a horror fan, you may have already seen this but even if you have, watching it for a second time may just prove to be beneficial in deciphering the scenes which expertly blur the lines between psychotic delusion and harsh reality. I know I benefited from it! And if haven’t seen this, then you will experience a eerie tale of terror that plays with your mind like a game of Scrabble, in which many events will stick in your mind long after the end credits.

Fergie’s Final Fifteen:

A frighteningly fulfilling horror that taunts the psychological mind and greatly gratifies the inner soul.

Rating:

A-

Check out the link below to watch Tell in it’s entirety and comment down below to tell me what you thought of it. And don’t worry guys. Next week, I’m gonna share with you a review that I just can’t wait to write. Trust me, you’ll know what I mean soon!!

 

Captain America Review // The Winter Soldier is Blisteringly Hot!!

Plot Synopsis:

Steve Rogers struggles to embrace his role in the modern world and battles a new threat from old history: the Soviet agent known as the Winter Soldier.

Official Trailer:

Full Review:

Before we begin, can I just rant about annoying movie goers(!). As I was watching this film in the cinema, there was a young kid (about eight years old) sat with his mother in a couple of rows in front of me. Not so bad, right? Hell no! This demon child talked aloud throughout the entire movie, practically shouting about how that explosion was cool amongst other irrelevant topics of discussion the rest of the audience had to endure through as we tried to enjoy this two and a half hour action fest. My friend quietly laughed it off whereas I was reaching boiling point. I just couldn’t stand it. I don’t mean to sound harsh or anything but … I really wanted to smack the kid around the head!! It’s amazing how many people still don’t know that a cinema is NOT a place for conversation. So remember kids, when in the cinema, you need to shut the f*ck up!!

* Relieved sigh * Now that I’ve got that off my chest, we can now review the film everyone is talking about at the minute. Of course, it is the latest movie featuring the shield wielding personification of American patriotism. I am obviously referring to fan favourite Captain America and his alter ego Steve Rodgers, who make a return in this stupendous action sequel that is chock full with explosive eye candy that’s laced with a surprisingly intriguing premise.

Wait!! Hang on! I need to clear something up. This isn’t a film to be taken 100% seriously. Like all Marvel films, The Winter Soldier has a lot of cheesy jokes and quips as well as a few absurd and somewhat cliché moments. But that is part of all the fun!! These films are meant to stimulate and entertain, and this is no exception. So to give a fair verdict, I switched off my brain and didn’t look too deep into what the film meant. Instead, I engulfed on my popcorn and watched it like everyone else and I urge you to do the same.

So exactly how entertaining did I find this then? Well let’s just say I felt like a kid at a mega magic show. I was drooling with wonder and left wanting more. Thanks to the riveting action, you are hooked as soon as the film starts and from that point on, it is such a high octane thrill ride all the way to its spectacular finale that genuinely had me on the edge of my seat. How cliché, I know!. But the action wouldn’t be as invigorating as it was if it weren’t for the Russo Brother’s directing, who somehow managed to use shaky cam effectively and quite clearly knew how to frame each and every scene effectively. So big props to those guys, especially considering this was their first big budget action film.

And even though I said how turning off your inner critic would help you enjoy the film more, I have to say the plot was fairly sophisticated and well thought out for a silly superhero movie. Utilising themes of espionage, conspiracy and corruption, it really helped the film maintain substance throughout the abundance of fiery destruction goodness. And it gave someone like me, who mainly watches films for developed and engrossing stories, something to sink my teeth into. And amazingly, there was a few sombre moments (which I won’t spoil!) that gave the film some dramatic depth and really elevated the film to new heights.

Before we CAP off the review (see what I did there?! It was so fu … never-mind), I would like to say what I didn’t particularly like. These issues are by no means colossal flaws but yet are still noticeable. As I’ve mentioned already, there are moments which are cliché and down right stupid and some of which I just couldn’t ignore. Unfortunately, my enjoyment was very slightly diluted as I realised I had rolled my eyes during these specific points of the movie. If you have a higher tolerance for cinema that’s as cheesy as a guy that’s obsessed with awful puns, then you won’t be as bothered as I was. But then again, what did I expect from a Marvel movie?!

Another thing I wasn’t too fond of was a certain storyline/scene which, if I talk about it, will be classified as a spoiler so I will save it until the very end of the review under the heading ‘SPOILERIFIC!‘, so if you haven’t seen the film yet then DO NOT read all the way to the bottom of this article. Enjoy the film first and then come back to the site and read what I had to say. Please do so, since it helps my site statistics!!

The Winter Soldier was a tremendously amusing and incredibly delightful film that is absorbing in its entertainment value and compelling in its story. This movie has done something which the other stand alone Marvel films have yet to achieve; focus solely on the fun factor. This was the reason why The Avengers worked so well and the Russo Brothers understood that perfectly, and in the process churned out a fantastic action movie that is enlightening in every aspect. And I for one cannot wait to see what they do for the next Captain America instalment in 2016!!

Fergie’s Final Fifteen:

Gripping, exciting, awesome. A superhero movie of epic proportions. A true marvel from Marvel studios!

Rating:

A

Out of all the films you can watch at the cinema at this very minute, this appears to be the best option. For all the reasons stated above, The Winter Soldier is a must see and you will leave the cinema with a massive smile on your face guaranteed … As long as there isn’t a inconsiderate bratty child in the cinema with you!!

SPOILERIFIC!!!

Alright guys! We’re getting nitty and gritty into spoiler territory so if you haven’t seen the film, I’m giving you one more chance to leave and rush down to your local cinema to see it. You’ve been warned.

As I mentioned earlier, there was a particular scene in the film which bothered me and that was the computer scene featuring a A.I version of Arnim Zola from The First Avenger. There are a couple of reasons why this scene kind of fell flat for me; one of them being the absurd irony of watching the trailer for the upcoming Wally Pfister feature Transcendence, which focuses on the same concept of Zola’s resurrection, beforehand. Not done on purpose, I’m sure, but I found it funny nevertheless!

But the other reason why I didn’t like this scene was because of the hefty amount of exposition that drained my enjoyment away like liposuction, thankfully only throughout the length of the scene. This is a problem that all films which deal with a large amount of mystery in their plot suffer from (one of the biggest culprits, in my opinion, being French murder mystery Tell No One) but nonetheless, it seemed to be thrown in the film just to tie up all loose ends between The First Avenger and this unbelievable sequel. Fortunately, the rest of the film shoots back into action and my brain was left paralysed for a further hour.

So that’s why my grade isn’t significantly low but also why it hasn’t achieved the top grade of A+. I still loved the film and I hope you did too!

 

The Words // A Written Review Of A Film About A Book?!?!

Plot Synopsis:

A writer at the peak of his literary success (Bradley Cooper) discovers the steep price he must pay for stealing another man’s work. Also starring Jeremy Irons, Zoe Saldana, Dennis Quaid, and Olivia Wilde.

Official Trailer:

Full Review:

Okay guys, listen up. I’m going to share some personal news with you all. I’ve always wanted to be a writer. Despite my adoration for film and cinema, my love for movies is mainly due to my fascination with books and novels. Ever since the age of five, I’ve wrote many short stories (which were all terrible) and have read many superbly written novels. And in fact, I’m planning to write a full length science fiction novel and hoping to finish it later this year. At heart, I’m a bookworm and I’m a proud one at that.

So when I heard that this film was about a struggling writer trying to break into the publishing industry, I was intrigued. And I was even more intrigued when I heard that Bradley Cooper (Silver Linings Playbook, The Place Beyond The Pines) and Jeremy Irons (Die Hard With A Vengeance, The Lion King) were starring. And when I learnt it was a drama, I was flat out excited! You guys know how much I love my dramas!!
So what did I think of The Words? I thought it was good, but not brilliant. I was immersed into the story, but my experience was tainted by a few bothersome flaws in which I will divulge into.

As always, we’ll begin with what the film did well. Like I said earlier, I was immersed into the story and that wouldn’t be the case if I didn’t care so much about the characters. With this being a drama, good character development was vital in making this a successful film and thankfully, every character had a excellent amount of substance and great significance. No matter what emotion each character is feeling, you feel the same as they do as if you’re holding their hand throughout, which is something every film should aim to do.

Of course, great characters wouldn’t exist without great acting. Fortunately, The Words has exactly that, which isn’t much of a surprise with the talents of Cooper and Irons being showcased on screen who play their respective parts well, particularly Jeremy Irons who effortlessly exudes emotion and feeling in his role. Zoe Saldana (Avatar, Star Trek) gives a good performance as well, and quite possibly the best I’ve seen her. But to be honest, the only people I didn’t like we’re Olivia Wilde and Dennis Quaid. I just found them slightly annoying and their characters seemed to belong in a bad RomCom, judging by how they interacted with each other. They don’t have roles that dominate the story much so it’s not a major issue but it’s still an issue I had nevertheless.

Apart from the acting, I was invested in this film due to how layered this film was. In case you’re unaware, the film bounces back and forth between three time periods; the past, present, and future. The story that takes place in the present is (very aptly) narrated by Dennis Quaid from the future time period, who makes mention of Jeremy Irons’s character who then narrates the story from the past. So, it’s a story within a story within a story… Story-ception!!! But seriously, each layer is handled well and given enough importance and dedication. So big credit to the film for that.

However, where the acting and the story structure excel, the writing itself falls short. At times, the story is very cliché and therefore feels a little bit like ‘Been here, done that‘, with scenarios such as the classic “Two Strangers Talk On A Bench In The Park” and the family favourite “Moving Into New House To Start A New Life”.Because of these clichés, the story can also feel pretty predictable, especially the ending. Although it was touching and eloquent, I saw it coming from a mile away. With a strong story of this calibre, its a massive shame that these factors bring down the film’s overall quality by a few notches.

I also felt that pacing was a fairly big issue. By that, I mean it wasn’t ‘in your face’ big but it was noticeable and consequently off putting. As previously mentioned, the film takes place throughout three different time periods and it is for this reason that we are unsure of how long each period lasts. I have no idea how long Bradley Cooper had to suffer through his ordeal and it’s repercussions since it is not addressed or even subtly mentioned. Just to prove my point, Cooper is told to get a job (don’t worry, no spoilers!) and yet a minute later, he’s nailed a work placement and then another minute later, he says he’s worked there for two friggin’ years! Films don’t have to show us everything, but I would’ve liked to see build up of some kind.

And whilst on the topic of clichés, the dialogue was a bit iffy and wasn’t incredibly original in some regard. As a whole, it’s just passable but during some scenes, you can kind of sense awkwardness and inauthenticity in the flow of the conversation and the words the characters speak. I may only be picking up on this due to being exposed to SO many films with dialogue exactly like this and I’m fairly confident regular audiences won’t give a toss about whether or not the dialogue seems forced or somewhat contrived. But I’m not regular, so I do give a toss about it!!

It really irritates me that The Words has a inviting story that’s on the verge of riveting, but is unfortunately scattered with amateurish imperfections in how it’s executed. The script could’ve been improved by a substantial amount but I will say that the enjoyability of the film isn’t degraded because of this. I didn’t want to kill myself while watching this film, which is an added bonus(!), and I definitely don’t regret seeing it as it has some very moving and wonderfully composed moments. But at the end of the day, I have to compare it to an attractive woman with a terrible personality. It’s beautiful on the surface, but it’s inherent flaws sadly cannot be ignored.

Fergie’s Final Fifteen:

Poignant and captivating, but is woefully ironic in its flaws. Not painful but not magnificient.

Rating:

C+

I liked the film for what it was trying to do; to tell a great story in a midst of rehashed and unoriginal Hollywood films. Ultimately, I would still recommend the film but just keep in mind that you should not expect the same level of filmmaking as Citizen Kane or the same quality of screenwriting as any one of Quentin Tarantino’s movies. Enjoy the film for what it is and you will have a good time.

 

April Fools Countdown // Top 5 Comedies

Just like I promised! As you can clearly see, I’m not reviewing anything but instead, telling you guys my favourite comedies that always manage to make me laugh despite having seen each of them multiple times. Keep in mind, I’m judging these movies upon how much they make me laugh, their replay value and their overall substance. And remember, my sense of humour is going to be different to yours so if your favourite comedy is Grown Ups 2, chances are your sense of humour doesn’t match mine! This list as well as every other list is merely opinion and you are not obliged to agree with it. Although it would be nice if you did. Enough rambling! Without further ado, here are my Top 5 Comedies!

5. The Room (2003)

And to kick off the list, we have the pinnacle of So-Bad-They’re-Good movies. Okay okay! You got me!! This isn’t a comedy. But it definitely isn’t a drama, is it?! Seriously, how can this film be taken seriously? It’s so awful and unintentionally hilarious, I have to classify it as a comedy under federal law. I just have to! The Room is so tremendously and at the same time so poorly written; being held responsible for the famous line “YOU’RE TEARING ME APART LISA!! among other comedy gold nuggets. The plot is absurd, the direction is abysmal and it is filled to the brim with atrocious acting; you really can’t help but laugh. Even the poster is laughable! Therefore, it is my fifth favourite comedy. Shut up! It’s my list!!

4. Shaun of The Dead (2004)

The first film in Edgar Wright’s loosely connected Cornetto Trilogy (also consisting of Hot Fuzz and The World’s End), is a modern classic for a reason. The comedy is not only incredibly funny, it feels genuine as well. At no point does a joke seem forced; every line is delivered to a sublime degree which is refreshing to see in the midst of poorly executed comedies that have been released recently. Yes, I’m looking at you Scary Movie V!! And the fact that this is a zombie flick as well is an added bonus, which means that not only are we laughing, but we get to see some glorious scenes featuring blood and gore. What more could you want?!

3. Liar Liar (1997)

This has a special place in my heart since when I was younger, I used to watch this film on repeat all the time for it’s enjoyable wackiness and Jim Carey’s hilarious performance. He wrestles with a pen for crying out loud!! Looking back at it, it’s just as good now as it was when I watched it as a mindless eight year old. Because of it’s superb writing, Liar Liar is not only outstanding in the comedy department, giving us excellent scenes and lines, it is also really heartwarming and touching which makes it much more than just a silly comedy. Despite it’s loony premise, Liar Liar is something everyone can enjoy and manages to be sophisticated in execution and infallible in entertainment.

2. The Wolf Of Wall Street (2013)

Having only watched this recently, it’s pretty impressive for a film to catapult it’s way into any of my Top 5 lists so quickly. But I cannot ignore the cramps I suffered from after crying with laughter during many scenes throughout this three hour riot. So, I had no other choice but to include this film in the list; it’s just THAT good! And to be honest, the only reason why this isn’t number one on my list is because of the lengthy runtime, but that does not dilute the ingenious writing, the gorgeous direction, and the fantastic acting. I won’t speak too much more since I’ve already done a full length review (see it here), but I will say that TWoWS is a comedic masterpiece that will live on in my memory for many years to come. LEMMON QUAALUDES FTW!!!

1. Howard The Duck (1986)

I LOVE this film! Every scene is perfection and the writing is simply amazing. Howard The Duck is true comedy gold that never fails to make me laugh….

HAHAHAHA!!! APRIL FOOLS!! BOY I GOT YOU GOOD!!!! XD

Did you really think I was going to choose Howard The Duck as my favourite comedy?!?! In all honesty, I can’t believe you fell for that! Don’t worry people, we’ll give that film the top spot for my Bottom 5 list in the near future. But let’s get back on track and unveil the real top spot winner.

1. Monty Python and The Holy Grail (1975)

If you know me personally, you might’ve saw this coming. I quote this uniquely offbeat classic everyday for a good reason. There are SO many hilarious lines! From the knights who say Ni, to the Holy Hand Grenade, and all the way to the terrific Bridge of Death sequence, Monty Python and The Holy Grail is a stupendous collection of scenes and skits that have me burst out laughing every single time I see them, even if I’ve seen the film 227 bloody times already! This is Monty Python at their very best and a perfect example of comedy that’s clever and intelligent even when the sketches are incredibly zany and bizzare. If you’re unfamiliar with Monty Python, The Holy Grail demands your attention and will award you with hundreds of quotes to store in your arsenal of movie lines, always at the ready. And if you don’t like this film, then I fart in your general direction!

And there you go! Five of my favourite comedies put into a list for you all to enjoy. I hope you’ve enjoyed this small compilation and I wish to do more in the future so you better get used to it! Thanks for reading and of course, a proper review will be posted on Sunday as per usual.

“All I need to make a comedy is a park, a policeman and a little girl”

– Charlie Chaplin