Movie 43 (2013) is an anthology comedy film featuring a collection of short, absurd, and often crude sketches. With a star-studded cast that includes Hugh Jackman, Kate Winslet, Halle Berry, Gerard Butler, and many others, the film attempts to shock and entertain with its over-the-top humor.
Review:
Despite the impressive lineup of A-list actors, Movie 43 was widely panned by critics and audiences alike. The film’s humor relies heavily on gross-out gags, offensive jokes, and absurd premises, which, for the most part, fail to land. While some sketches may elicit a chuckle from fans of edgy comedy, most feel disjointed, forced, and even uncomfortable.
The concept of an anthology comedy isn’t inherently bad—films like Kentucky Fried Movie (1977) and Amazon Women on the Moon (1987) have successfully pulled it off in the past. However, Movie 43 suffers from inconsistent quality across its segments. Some, like the one featuring Hugh Jackman with a grotesque physical deformity, feel like wasted potential, while others are outright painful to watch.
Pros:
- A surprisingly large and talented cast.
- A few rare moments of effective dark humor.
- Fans of shock comedy might appreciate certain segments.
Cons:
- Inconsistent and often cringe-worthy writing.
- Many sketches rely too much on shock value rather than clever humor.
- Largely considered one of the worst comedies ever made.
Final Verdict:
While Movie 43 set out to be an outrageous, no-holds-barred comedy, it ultimately falls flat, feeling more like a collection of rejected Saturday Night Live skits. If you enjoy crude, boundary-pushing humor, you might find a couple of moments amusing—but for most, it’s a chaotic mess best left unseen.
Score: 2/10
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