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But Wait, There's More!

Movie
12 min
English

When a flea market salesman finds major success with his raunchy, pushy pitch style, what led him to fame leads him to a world of trouble.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users75%
Director: David BianchiGenres: Comedy, Documentary

Plot Summary

In a world saturated with consumerism and endless infomercials, this mockumentary follows a driven, yet delusional, inventor as he pitches his outlandish product to anyone who will listen. The film hilariously satirizes the American dream, the hustle culture, and the relentless pursuit of fame and fortune through increasingly bizarre inventions and desperate sales tactics.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'But Wait, There's More!' garnered a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its unique satirical edge and comedic performances, particularly from its lead. Audiences seemed divided, with some finding its humor relatable and insightful, while others felt it bordered on the absurd.

What Reviewers Say

  • A sharp and often hilarious satire on consumer culture and entrepreneurial desperation.

  • David Bianchi delivers a standout performance as a determined but flawed inventor.

  • While ambitious, the film occasionally gets lost in its own absurdity.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's original concept and comedic timing, with many highlighting the relatable struggle behind the exaggerated scenarios. Some viewers found the pacing a bit slow in parts, but the overall sentiment was positive.

Fun Fact

The outlandish product pitches and inventions in the film were inspired by actual late-night infomercials and the founders of companies like Ronco and Sharper Image.

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