Special

A young man named Kit, played by Josh Peck, dreams of becoming a special effects designer. He is discovered by a mysterious government agency that believes his unique skills can be used for espionage. Kit is then trained and deployed on dangerous missions, often involving bizarre and outlandish scenarios, which challenge his moral compass and his desire for a normal life.

Special received a mixed to negative reception from critics. While some appreciated its quirky premise and attempts at dark comedy, many found the execution uneven and the humor too reliant on shock value and absurdity. Audiences were similarly divided, with some enjoying its unconventional approach and others finding it to be juvenile or nonsensical.

• The film suffers from a disjointed narrative and inconsistent humor.
• While it has moments of creative absurdity, the overall execution is frequently crude and unfocused.
• Josh Peck's performance is a highlight, but it can't save the film from its weaker elements.

Google audience: Audience reviews are split, with some finding the film's dark humor and unique concept entertaining, while others criticize its lack of coherence and reliance on gross-out gags.

The film's unique premise was partly inspired by the idea of a real-life spy who uses practical effects knowledge to carry out missions.