Bert Rigby, You're a Fool
Bert Rigby, You're a Fool

Bert Rigby, You're a Fool

1989Movie94 minEnglish

A musical about a miner who wants to break into show business.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes18%
Director: Carl ReinerGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

Bert Rigby, a timid British accountant, dreams of becoming a successful stand-up comedian. Despite his lack of talent and confidence, he pursues his ambition, leading to a series of awkward and often disastrous performances. The film follows his journey as he navigates the world of comedy, dealing with personal relationships and his own insecurities.

Critical Reception

The film received largely negative reviews from critics, with many finding the humor forced and the plot uninspired. While Robert Lindsay's performance was sometimes noted, the overall consensus was that the movie failed to live up to its comedic premise.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a weak script and predictable jokes.
  • Robert Lindsay's efforts are overshadowed by the unengaging narrative.
  • The humor falls flat, making for a tedious viewing experience.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Bert Rigby, You're a Fool' is not readily available through typical Google review aggregations, suggesting it did not garner significant widespread audience commentary or engagement.

Fun Fact

Robert Lindsay reportedly turned down the role of Detective Inspector Morse in the ITV series to star in this film.

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UncleJosh

UncleJosh

This is a simple movie with a simple premise: A striking coal miner who loves classic Hollywood movies follows his passion to give his family a better life than coal mining. The movie satirizes the cultural clashes all around us and focus...