Hellp
Hellp

Hellp

Movie33 minEnglish

"Hellp" follows an eclectic group of characters whose goal is to stabilize and rebuild a better city out of the rubble left by Hurricane Katrina. The residents interviewed tell story's of a violent police force, lack of outreach from Red Cross, gentrification, an apathetic government and a poorly organized FEMA. To overcome these hurdles, a group of collectives dubbed, "Common Ground" forms to provide immediate and free shelter, food, legal assistance and a medical clinic. This documentary challenges the viewer to see the social injustice and lack of government effectiveness in modern day America and offers an age-old example to remedy the problem.

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IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic64/100
Google Users83%
Director: Richard LesterGenres: Comedy, Musical, Romance

Plot Summary

Ringo Starr, the drummer for the world-famous band The Beatles, is targeted by a fanatical cult who need to sacrifice him to appease their goddess, the sinister Ruthaskell. The cult sends its agents to London to retrieve Ringo, who is oblivious to the danger he is in. John, Paul, and George must protect their bandmate from his pursuers, leading to a series of madcap adventures across London and the Bahamas.

Critical Reception

Help! received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its humor, visual gags, and the burgeoning chemistry of The Beatles. While some found the plot thin, most acknowledged its entertainment value and the band's charisma. It was also a significant box office success, solidifying The Beatles' status as global movie stars.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its anarchic humor and visual wit.
  • The Beatles' undeniable charm and chemistry are the film's biggest assets.
  • A fun, energetic, and often surreal romp that capitalized on the band's popularity.

Google audience: Audiences largely enjoyed 'Help!' for its lighthearted comedy and the fun performances of The Beatles. Many found it to be a delightful and entertaining film, though some noted it was more of a vehicle for the band than a deeply complex narrative.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for a BAFTA Award for Best Cinematography (Color).

Fun Fact

The film's title was inspired by a song The Beatles were working on, which eventually became the title track of their album and the film's theme song.

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