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Summary: ...
Review: ...That isn't anything like bumping into this monstrosity on late-night cable and finding yourself transfixed...you can't stop watching! It's like a train wreck, a predictable dated 'fish out of water' comedy that isn't the least bit funny. Even John Goodman trashed the film on one of his SNL appearances. It was probably a low-point in Finno-American relations as well. King of Finland? It appears the films fact consultant was also its script-writer. John Goodman proves beyond a doubt that fat people are not necessarily funny.
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Summary: A great movie
Review: A very good movie indeed, but as a Finnish person I find it completely absurd to have the king of England arrange a reception to the royal family of Finland. Why, you ask? Because Finland hasn't got a king! Finland isn't a country of monarchy but a republic. Still they play the Finnish national anthem right. Doesn't make sense to me whatsoever. This might seem like a tiny and pointless detail to you, but I have to wonder why didn't they pick for example Finland's werstern neighbor Sweden instead, which IS a monarchy?In spite of all this, the movie is really good. Recommended.
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Summary: A Warm Romantic Comedy and at the same time.................
Review: A Warm Romantic Comedy and at the same time.........An Excellent History Lesson! KING RALPH gives all of its viewers an excellent lesson on the process used in determining the order of succession to the British Throne while, at the same time, doccumenting the trials and tribulations of slightly unrefined Las Vegas Lounge Lizard Ralph Jones (played to the hilt by John Goodman [I was actually kind of impressed by his singing abilities]) during his brief but eventful tenure as King of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Head of the Commonwealth, Defender of the Faith, etc., etc. etc. Ralph, who, at the film's begining, wore a tux bearing a slight resemblence to Reynolds Wrap, is schooled in the art of English Royalty by Sir Cedric Charles Willingham, brilliantly portrayed by Peter O'Toole. Before the film's conclusion, Sir Ced learns some hard lessons of his own. Another character worthy of close attention is the evil Lord Percival Graves, played to villanous perfection by John Hurt. As the last of last of the previous royal line, the Stuarts, he would assume the throne should no Windham (the film pseudonym for Windsor) heir be found. Graves spends the whole film undermining Jones' efforts to learn the tricks of his new trade so he can steal the throne for himself. In the end, he gets his. Ralph is also torn between the duties of his office and his affections for wholesome English beauty Miranda Green (Camille Coduri), a commoner, kind of remeniscent of the Edward VIII/Wallis Simpson Affair, which, incedently, is also mentioned in the film. For a while, it looked as though Ralph would have to settle for Anna, the Finnish Princess with "a voice like a tuba", but "at least the party stunk". By the way, the last time I checked Finland was a REPUBLIC with a PRESIDENT as its Head of State, a minor flaw in an otherwise very enjoyable film. Also, look for Goodman's Carlton Fisk immitation as he attempts to learn the traditional English game of Cricket. Believe it or not, I would recommend that World History teachers show this film to their students, at the same time, they would have some laughs and....horror of horrors......LEARN SOMETHING!
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Summary: Goodman Sells A Spectacular Performance!
Review: HM King Ralph is an exceptionally well done film, and is hilarious footage for the whole family. The movie King Ralph begins with the recent deaths of the entire British Royal Family. Britains then trace back Royal liniage to find that a Casino gambling American (Goodman) is next in line to the British Throne of Whindom. John Goodman brings laughs and spunk into the walls of Buckingham Palace, and an emotional ending leaves you ready to watch it again!
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Summary: the best darn film ever made
Review: in a word: SUPERIOR Where to begin? The dry subtle wit of that sly thespian, John Goodman? The breathtakingly succinct portrayal of the supercillious and sinister aristocracy? The tear-jerking and anguished forbidden love of Ralph and what's her name? Whoa! This movie's got it all. Goodman's masterful command of his roll as the common, beer-drinking, blue-collar Everyman (the most riveting depiction ever in film history) obliterates the shackles of his usual Shakespearean type-casting. What can't this man do? He is clearly the perennial uber-chameleon of stage and screen. Whether you are trying to find meaning in the existential malaise of our time; searching for a film that would inspire and impart the necessary ethical ideals our children so desperately need and yearn for; or maybe you're just in a mood for mesmerizing adventure, rib-breaking humor, and scintillating romance - do your soul a favor: BUY THIS FILM!
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Summary: An underrated film; actually quite good!
Review: John Goodman shines in this comedy about an American commoner ascending to the British throne in an extremely-unlikely situation. A lot of good acting and funny moments in a seamless plot.
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Summary: King John
Review: John Goodman's notoriety from the ABC sitcom Roseanne is what gave him his big break on the big screen. In 1990,while on annual hiatus from Roseanne,Goodman and Peter O'Toole filmed this movie directed by David S. Ward,who wrote the screenplay for 1973's THE STING. Goodman plays a Las Vegas entertainer who is sent to England to succeed the king who had just passed away(they both looked alike). Imagine an American ruling England! It's like a foreigner ruling America. Ralph,Goodman's character,was never the right person for the kingdom. But he later changes his mind. Ralph said in one scene,"Back in the States I was doing what I wanted,when and how." In the final scene,when the end credits roll,Ralph has everyone rocking to the 60's hit,DUKE OF EARL,made famous by Gene Chandler. Cool film!
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Summary: Surprisingly good film
Review: King Ralph rules. I didn't expect this to be a good movie, but I was wrong. Aside from one overlong slapstick episode, King Ralph was a delight. John Goodman, Peter O'Toole and John Hurt are outstanding in this surprisingly warm and entertaining film.
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Summary: Haiku Review
Review: Lick my lamprey dead.
This is the only way to
Fix all the problems.
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Summary: Corny but Fun
Review: Probably the best Jon Goodman movie I have ever seen. The premise is implauable to say the least, but you still manage some pretty descent laughs.
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