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Summary: boring and not funny
Review: I like Rowan Atkinson and have enjoyed him in various movies, Bean, Rat Race and in his series The Black Adder but this movie is really bad. I didnt laugh during the entire movie but I did fall asleep three times while watching it (rewatched the parts that I missed when I awoke). He's trying to be another Peter Sellers but is nowhere is good as Sellers was (who in my opinion wasnt all that funny either.) I definitely wouldnt recommend this movie Rowan has been much funnier then this in the past (bad script).
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Summary: modern day peter sellers
Review: rowan is in my opinion is today's peter sellers..like his inspector he created..not all of his comedy worked and like rowans johnny english there are holes and unfunny moments but there are scenes i just laughed out loud and that face is priceless..especially when he says the area is secured and the bomb goes off and that look..so if you like rowan and want some laughs and like me after a second viewing up pick up things you missed the first time, you'll love johhny english...
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Summary: More Bean than Bond
Review: Johnny English (the movie) has two kinds of jokes: the see-'em-coming-a-mile-away kind and the sneak-up-on-you kind. The former are usually not so funny, but the scene is usually saved by one or two of the latter coming immediately afterward. For instance, Johnny English (the man) is climbing up a vertical sewer piper and winds up (wait for it) covered in poo - not so funny. Shortly thereafter,[spoiler ahead] English draws his gun and fires a nice little poo bubble [end spoiler] - now that's comedy. English frequently comes off more like a British version of The Naked Gun's Frank Drebin than a bumbling James Bond (a la The Pink Panther's Inspector Clouseau). It's not necessarily bad, but it's been done before (granted, they both have). English does best when he doesn't have his faux suavity engaged and is just trying to get the job done. Co-stars Natalie Imbruglia and John Malkovich do a good job with their roles, as do Ben Miller and the other supporting actors. The Aston Martin DB7 Vantage is a thing of beauty. The DVD itself makes a poor first impression. No chapter card insert accompanies the disc; not a big deal, but it comes across cheaply. Then there's the forced viewing of three movie trailers; fast-forwarding is permitted, but you can't skip directly to the menu - this happens every time you play the DVD and it gets old halfway through the first time. Once you get to the main menu things get better: there are some nice bonus features and the DVD-ROM extras are enjoyable as well. This is a well-played spy farce (not quite a full-on Zucker Bros. spoof). It's predictable at times, but always amusing - and frequently laugh-out-loud funny. Check it out.
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Summary: Fails to Showcase Rowan Atkinson's Talent
Review: I am a fan of Rowan Atkinson, but after watching Johnny English, I am convinced that Rowan Atkinson is funnier when he relies upon his gifts in the realm of physical comedy. Given, when his voice is disembodied from him (as it was in his role in Disney's Lion King), he is certainly enjoyable to listen to. The film left me with a disconnect, however, between his refined British accent and the physical comedy he tried to pull off in JE. Unlike his Black Adder character, whose pratfalls are simply comedic justice being served for his character's devious conniving, JE is portrayed as a person trying earnestly to be a good secret agent but who "cocks up" nearly every endeavor. While the film gives the viewer a few good laughs, anyone looking for the uproariously funny exploits of a Mr. Bean episode will be sadly disappointed. The plot is weak, and seems only to be a vehicle to get the viewer to the next gag. Character development is virtually nonexistent, and the use of the supporting cast is irregular. The viewer leaves the movie wondering what really transpired between JE and Natalie Imbruglia's beautiful but poorly developed secret agent. Similarly, the character of Bough is unevenly dispersed throughout the film whenever a gag needs a "straight man" for effect. In fact, all of the characters, including Malkovich's villanous Frenchman, are very static throughout. If you're looking for character arcs here, don't. In fact, bring a level, because the characterizations in the film are quite flat. The few sight gags that are on-target in the film are not exploited for their full comedic value, while others that were not that funny to begin with are revisited ad nauseum. In short, the movie zigs when it should zag, thereby failing to live up to its comedic potential. If this is your first brush with Rowan Atkinson, know that he is capable of being much funnier than he winds up demonstrating in this film. Watch a season of Black Adder, check out Mr. Bean on DVD, or even witness Atkinson in a supporting role in "Rat Race" and you will get a better sense of his unique brand of physical comedy and have a much heartier laugh.
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Summary: I prefer Mr. Bean
Review: This movie is your normal spy spoof. I wasnt a fan of Bean: The Movie and this movie is also not that funny. Stick to the silent Rowan Atkinson.
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Summary: Don't get your hopes up
Review: The best part of this movie had to be the Aston Martin Vantage. I will admit the chase scene with the car was unique. I had high expectations after learning of the involvement of the writers of the last two Bond movies. I had expected a lot more subtle humor than slapstick. The movie is ok and certainly acceptable for a family evening film. Oh yeah, and Natalie would make a good Bond girl too!
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Summary: Excellent movie!
Review: This was the funniest movie in 2003! I laughed so hard that I almost started to cry. I don't like vulgarity and sex in movies; this was a welcome relief and more than satisfied me. I have seen it 5 times since I first watched it. Highly recommended!
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Summary: Johnny English!
Review: I will be truthful I had my doubts on this movie. So I passed it up in the theaters! BIG MISTAKE! Johnny English is what english comedy is. If you thought Austin Powers was a brillant spoof on spy action flicks, you haven't met the one true class act of comedic spy action, Johnny English! Rowan Atkinson (Mr. Bean, Rat Race) delves deep into his already huge portfolio of comedic appearances and brings out the best of what a spy comedy is. Other credible talents are Natalie Imbruglia (singer, actress), John Malcovich (Con Air, Being John Malcovich) etc. Johnny English is a perefect comedy.. and just to note, my favorite scene is when he has his partner Bough play the contents of the DVD he confiscated! You wanna know what is on it... well, watch the movie!
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Summary: A good home video movie...
Review: OK, I admit it, I am a huge Rowan Atkinson fan. Over here, in the States, he is known mostly for being Mr. Bean and has made a nice character acting career playing loveable idiots. However, I like him best when he is playing smart, evil characters like Balckadder (one of the best shows ever!). As Johnny English, he is again a loveable idiot - this time working for the British Secret Service. They could have found a better plot for a movie as James Bond spoofs have been done to death by this point. But, as a home video movie, I have to admit that I laughed aloud in places. Basically, if you are a fan of Atkinson (or British humor in general) you will be pleasantly diverted by this movie. If you are ignorant of British comedy, don't start with this movie or you will simply not get it.
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Summary: My Man of All Seasons
Review: I've absolutely love this movie. It was so hilarious. I couldn't wait to get the DVD. My favorite character was Bough played by Ben Miller. The special features were a real treat. If you want a flat-out funny movie this is the one to get.
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