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Summary: Completely different than Austin Powers
Review: I laughed so hard! This movie was so funny! I wasn't expecting it because it did so poorly in theaters. I think people were expecting to see an Austin Powers knockoff, which is sad. This is an entirely different humor. It is as if Mr. Bean takes on a few 007 qualities. I think if Austin Powers didn't exist, this movie would have done wonderfully. It's a shame the two are even being compared, they are so different.
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Summary: DECENT PARODY OF BOND FILMS
Review: Rowan Atkinson, best known for playing the goofy Mr. Bean, stars as the title character In Johnny English, a parody of James Bond Movies. English is a low-level MI-7 agent who is forced into service when all of its other field agents are killed in an explosion. With these agents out of the way, English is given the assignment of security over England's Crown jewels. As you can guess, the jewels are promptly stolen by the evil genius, Pasquale Sauvage, played in rather dull form by John Malkovich. In a rather ridiculous plot, Sauvage, has a distant claim to the throne of England and forces the queen to abdicate the throne by threatening to kill her dog! now, why Sauvage would be in line for the throne as opposed to the Queens Children or grandchildren, totally escapes me and is never explained in the film. Also, not explained, is why he would even steal the Crown Jewels if he planned to get the throne. Wouldn't they just go with it? Puzzling to say the least. English, along with his partners including the lovely Natalie Imbruglia, go after the bad guys to foil the plot. Along the way, Atkinson is at his best in knowing all about how to be a great agent, but always messing up, such as following the wrong hearse to a cemetary and dancing on the coffin he thinks hides the jewels, much to the shock of the funeral-goers. Johnny English had enough laughs to warrant three stars although it's clear that Atkinson is not for everyone. I'm still not sure that Atkinson is strong enough to be the star but this movie was good fun.
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Summary: How the mighty have fallen.
Review: I loved Black Adder for the wit and Mr. Bean for the innocence. So what we have here is a film where we mix the BAD points of both characters (Blackadder's willingness to lie, cheat and otherwise be a complete bounder; and Mr. Bean's utter stupidity) for laughs. No laughs erupt, however, and soon this film begins to feel like an embarressing exercise in making a quick buck. First "Mr. Bean - The Movie" (which died an ignominious film death) and now this! Rowan, dear heart, stick with television.
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Summary: Shaky and Stirred
Review: I waited for DVD to watch this one, and I'm glad. It's a mediocre film and it's much easier to enjoy a so-so movie at home than when you're paying $8 in a theater. Johnny English is Rowan Atkinson's spoof on spy films. Yes, it is a spoof. I've seen more than one review that lauds this as a "serious" spy movie that simply has funny moments. That's ridiculous. This is a spoof. There is nothing about this plot that is believable or the least bit surprising. Not that that's bad - just please don't think that you are about to view a serious "spy" film that has a legitimate plot, a formidable villain and a believable love interest. What it actually is, however, is a pretty funny Mr. Bean-esque romp through England. It's fun watching Atkinson bumble his way through awkward situation after awkward situation. Similar to the Pink Panther films. The movie's concept is that all the secret agents in England are killed by a terrorist bombing- all except for Johnny English and his sidekick Boff. The timing couldn't be worse for England, since there's a plot uncovered to steal the Crown Jewels. Enter the bad guy, Pascal played by John Malchovich. Now, I have to enter a little side comment here. Malchovich does an accent and he honestly sounds like a Frenchman with brain damage. It just doesn't work. I've probably heard worse, but seriously - it's difficult to concentrate on anything he says. From here we get to see Atkinson, the least suave spy ever, put in situation after situation where he screws it all up. It's almost always funny. It's when the plot tries to develop that the movie fails a little. It's very unbelievable and has a Frenchman becoming King of England. Overall, it works somewhat, since it clearly defines the movie as a joke and not to be taken seriously, which strengthens the humor in places and weakens it in others. Natalie Imbruglia plays the mysterious woman whom we all know is really a spy. She's beautiful, and it's worth watching just to look at her for an hour and a half. All in all, give it a chance. The special features are fun and the movie has laugh out loud moments (Atkinson telling the head of the secret service that they are in the "most secure place in the whole of England" just as a huge explosion rings in the background, for example). I think it has some repeat watchability. I don't know that I'd buy it. Rent it first.
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Summary: Good movie, bad DVD
Review: This review is not about the movie but the disc... I like Black Adder and Mr. Bean DVDs. I would have liked this one too but it starts with a bunch of previews (Bring It On, etc) and while it says I am allowed to fast forward through them (but not chapter skip or use the menu button - WHY NOT?) it won't actually let me do that. Having to watch the same previews every single time I put in the DVD is unbearable!
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Summary: Rowan is better than Myers
Review: Move over Roger Moore and Sean Connery, Johny English is taking over. With the debonair of a true gentleman, Mr. Bean, I mean Johny joins forces with Bob and a hot little British tart. Together they thwart a Frenchmen's attempt to become King of England and transform the entire island into a prison for the world's criminals. Johny helplessly bumbles his way through this movie as only he can. A high speed chase through the streets of London between a hearse and a tow truck, the take over of a hospital and its innocent patients, a five story climb up a sewer pipe leading directly to a bum troff, and finally being crowned King himself! It must be hard to be a secret agent, you have to keep track of your truth serum and knockout gas, the knowledge to correctly assemble your sidearm, and most of all you must know who is an imposter and who is not. If you claim that a man has 'Jesus is coming...look busy' tattooed across his bum, you better be sure. The best British humor since Benny Hill.
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Summary: A must for Rowan fans!
Review: A fun, clean, family movie that's a must for fans of Rowan Atkinson. Hard to find movies like this that stay clean and enjoyable all the way through. I applaud the filmakers and the cast for making such a movie. And who can resist Rowan's brillant physical comedy? He's one of the best in that area. I give it a 4 out of 5.
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Summary: Atkinson Did It Right!
Review: Despite what many people have said, this movie is extremely funny and original. It is true that spy movies have been done before, for example Austin Powers. Just because it has been done before, doesn't mean it has been done right. Rowan Atkinson got it right. From start to finish I was laughing at his quirky humor. He can do both physical comedy and at the same time act the part of a bumbling agent to perfection. This is a must have DVD if you like comedies!!!
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Summary: You've got to love this guy
Review: I don't think I have anything new to add here, but I did really enjoy the movie. I like movies that I can trust to not be offensive, skanky or disgusting, which doesn't happen all that often these days. This is a funny movie, fairly predictable but in a charming way, with a hero that is not always so heroic. He gets himself into embarrassing situations and needs help getting out, almost hitting the top of the "cool" scale but having life stop him before he gets there. His sidekick and leading lady are well acted and supportive. I appreciated being able to see Rowan Atkinson in a truly likeable role, whereas with Mr Bean you kind of feel he deserves some of the crud he gets and Black Adder was just a bit too wicked to be friendly. :D Give it a shot; if you're bored, turn it off. I think you'll enjoy the ride.
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Summary: Great English Humor
Review: If your not a fan of slapstick English humor then this probably isn't for you.I happen to like it a lot,very funny stuff,the first movie i had ever seen him in was Rat Race which i also thought was funny.Although it is very predictable the tasteful humor and great english accent's always keep you amused,i have'nt seen many UNtalented english actor's.The first time you watch it you may think yeah thats funny,but watch it a second time and its a definate charm.
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