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Is It Possible that MacGruber May not Suck?

By Dustin Rowles | Posted Under Trade News | Comments (29)

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Test-screening reviews usually do not fall under the category of things we usually publish around here, but Dear God! this is an exception. Not because it’s a high profile movie, but because of the way beautiful way in which the positive nature of the review is so out of whack with what our perception of the movie might be.

I, of course, refer to MacGruber: The Movie, based on an “SNL” parody of MacGyver, featuring Will Forte and Kristen Wiig, which The Vertex is calling the Best SNL movie since “Wayne’s World.” Granted, it’s a test screening, so even if it is decent, the studio still has plenty of time to screw it up.

For what it’s worth, here’s there take:

I was wary that it would follow in the path of prior Saturday Night Live films. Most sketch concepts generally flourish when they’re just that — sketches. A full-length comedy falls into the trap of relying on the same old recycled jokes to the point where you not only loathe the film, but you retroactively dislike the sketches they were based on. You might not believe me when I tell you this, but there’s no doubt: MacGruber was amazing. … Unlike other comedies, MacGruber isn’t completely tongue-in-cheek. The characters surrounding MacGruber play their roles more seriously, resulting in outstanding rapport between the hero and his cohorts. …. The second star of the film is the hilarious and talented Kristen Wiig, who, as usual, delivers the performance expected of a comedian on top of her game. … MacGruber is the best SNL film since Wayne’s World back in 1992. It manages to take the concept of the original sketch and infuse it with new life. It generally works at all times, and manages to combine physical comedy, witty banter, and awkward sex. If you enjoy a good comedy, go see this movie when it comes out next year.

I’m still skeptical, but you can check out the entire review of at The Vertex.

(via Slashfilm)









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Comments

Three words:

Dee
Vee
Dee

And not a second sooner, fuckers. I'm not drinking your Kool Aid anymore.

*takes ball and goes home*

Posted by: John Denver's Wingman at December 8, 2009 5:35 PM

Why haven't they done a Macgyver remake yet? Richard Dean Anderson could still totally play that part...

Posted by: Chugga at December 8, 2009 5:40 PM

There's no way this is a good movie. I'm sorry but it's just not possible. When you guys review it and say it's great I'm going to ignore you like I ignore my car's flashing and very irritating refuel lights.

Posted by: Moon Buggy at December 8, 2009 5:54 PM

Of course the concept HAS to be based on the fact that McGrubber gets blown-the-hell-up, right?

/waits for the DVD

Posted by: BarbadoSlim at December 8, 2009 5:57 PM

Maybe it's the beer talking, but can has anyone even Macgruber be to without bowstaff? First of all, which go want to decide paperclip probably has go need and second, he has been so far even as to hair better than sex. I would go want aspergers to even need 29 and a half foot pole without decide his ass. *Swoon*

Posted by: Adventureman at December 8, 2009 5:59 PM

You had me at "hair better than sex," Adventureman. I totally agree. *Swoon* indeed. I'll be in my bunk waiting for the trailer.

Posted by: Peanut_Butter_And_James at December 8, 2009 6:09 PM

Sounds awesome.

(boom)

Posted by: superasente at December 8, 2009 6:13 PM

What the fuck? Adventureman, it is definitely the beer talking. Nothing you said made any sense. Maybe you can translate when you're sober again, yes?

And another, what the fuck....

What the fuck? A fucking MacGruber movie?! NO. There is no way that will be good.

Posted by: stardust at December 8, 2009 6:23 PM

Adventureman, it's definitely the beer talking. Can has most erotic awesomely on my MacGruber, I'll tell you that. Candle holding on Richard Dean Anderson drippy nips he can't. But enough about my mother!

Posted by: Triceraballs (logar) at December 8, 2009 6:25 PM

Triceraballs, JINX! 1-2-3-4-5!

Posted by: stardust at December 8, 2009 6:30 PM

Y'all seem to lack imagination and want to blame the film. Just 'cause you can't picture it, doesn't mean it won't succeed. Who would have predicted "Wayne's World"? Or "Austin Powers" come to think of that. It's all in the execution. Two people have told me that they went to the test screening and both agree it is good.

Posted by: Pats at December 8, 2009 6:40 PM

Every time I read the word "Pajiba" I can't help but hear it sung in my head to the tune of the MacGruber theme song. I don't know why. Needless to say, it is very annoying and is just one more reason why MacGruber sucks monkeys.

Posted by: Precious Lilywhite at December 8, 2009 6:44 PM

I love Will Forte and Kristen Wiig (and Val Kilmer, because come on), and the sketches written by The Lonely Island boys are the only ones worth anything anymore (plus, Hot Rod was absolutely hilarious), so their names on the script have me excited. Basically, if it weren't for a weak concept, there'd be no reason for me to have any trepidation about this film at all. Maybe they were able to pull it off after all.

Posted by: ChristianH at December 8, 2009 6:54 PM

You know, I hear all sorts of shit about the Tea Party -- but they just might get a decent shot at the White House in 2012. I've heard some good things about Palin and Beck together.

Posted by: Jim Doggie at December 8, 2009 7:57 PM

i clicked on adventureman's name and it led me to gail.com

swoon motherfuckin' swoon.

on topic, macgruber's gonna suck mule testes.

Posted by: stopthemadness at December 8, 2009 8:57 PM

What the odds that we're dealing with a studio plant here?

Posted by: Daniel Hall at December 8, 2009 9:41 PM

WO WO WO WO WO! I found a HOTTEST interracial club__M i x e d C o n n e c t -*.*- c_O_M___for black Women and white Men, or black Men and white Women, to interact with each other. Interracial is not a problem here, but a great merit to cherish!

Posted by: brantty at December 8, 2009 10:40 PM

*takes ball and goes home*

Posted by: John Denver's Wingman at December 8, 2009 5:35 PM
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That's what I'll be doing later today.

Posted by: , at December 9, 2009 12:37 AM

Good luck to you ,! So, are you going to keep it in a jar on your mantle?

Posted by: trixie at December 9, 2009 12:51 AM

I smell a plant.

I like Will Forte but McGruber isn't even funny for the entire 2 minutes it's on. It's a one note joke. This review, makes me curious, I guess, but as good as Wanye's World. Hahaha

Wanye's World has actually aged pretty well, both movies are still watchable and still funny. Also Wanye's World skits had plenty going on in them, McGruber just blows himself up. Are we going for the Wile E Coyote demographic?

Also McGruber: the Movie,,,,really? really?

Posted by: Mebe at December 9, 2009 2:21 AM

I vote we sent Brian to this movie when it comes out.

That will be the most fun I will get out of it.

Posted by: Magiel at December 9, 2009 4:00 AM

FAIL NOTICE

Type of FAIL: grammar

Location: "For what it's worth, here's there take:"

Please correct this immediately or face further penalty. Contact your local FAIL CENTER if assistance is needed.

Posted by: ED NEALY at December 9, 2009 10:14 AM

WO WO WO!!! I found a HOTTEST interracial club__M i x e d C o n n e c t *.* _c_0_M___for black Women and white Men, or black Men and white Women, to interact with each other. Interracial is not a problem here, but a great merit to cherish!

Posted by: branty at December 9, 2009 1:03 PM

Wow This movie should be called Summer Tank because the funniest part about this movie is how it's going to tank in the box office.

The premise = NOT FUNNY

The actors = NOT FUNNY

The actors = jerks

Posted by: at6821@yahoo.com at May 20, 2010 11:32 PM

I had some hope for the movie, but just saw it and I have to agree with the previous comments, though I felt sorry for the actors and didnt think they were jerks...

Its a 'B' movie for sure. So sad!

Posted by: Jimbo Movieman at May 22, 2010 12:29 AM

Movie is terrible...So Gay it was terrible.
1.)The scene is the garage where the two guys kissed and MacGruber scratches out name funny and ok acceptable.
2.) MacGruber then tells person. I'll let you f*ck me this that I'll blow you etc and then has his pants down. "F*cking stupid"
3.) MacGruber distracts the guards by putting a celery stick between his legs with his bare naked butt and hand over crouch hopping around with the celery flower hanging out his butt. (Pretty funny, I'll admit)
4.) Then MacGruber again goes back to another Captain and says the same sh*t. I'll f*ck you or you can f*ck me....saying the same freaking crap he already did that I mentioned above. Again "F*cking stupid".
If they just left out #2 and #4 the movie would of been more enjoyable but no they have to try to make the thought of gay sex seem acceptable by selling it as humor. So freaking lame. After the #2 scene, I almost left because I dwell on stuff that pisses me off. Actually I did, I went to smoke a cigarette and to let it go. Then I come back and the movie actually was going downhill and then #4 happens.
And I am like what the F*ck. Are they trying to make fun of gays or just trying to rot our brains out with this nonsense. I left the movie after the scene 4 I mentioned. The next day saw Robin Hood, really good movie to see. Very Enjoyable. I'm pissed I gave the SNL people my money.

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