Black Sheep
Black Sheep

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Black Sheep

Movie
81 min
Thai

An astronaut's death sends her husband on a desperate mission to revive her using experimental technology, only to unearth her deepest secret.

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IMDb6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes27%
Metacritic32/100
Google Users64%
Director: Steve MinerGenres: Comedy, Action, Crime

Plot Summary

Mike Donnelly, a charismatic but irresponsible younger brother of a respected politician, is nominated for a new job. However, he faces a variety of comical mishaps and challenges as he tries to prove his competence and overcome his reputation for being a wild child. With his brother's political career on the line, Mike must navigate a series of absurd situations while trying to stay on the straight and narrow.

Critical Reception

Black Sheep was met with largely negative reviews from critics, who found its humor to be crude and predictable, despite some acknowledging Chris Farley's energetic performance. Audiences generally found the film to be a passable comedy, though it did not achieve significant critical acclaim or lasting popularity.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies heavily on slapstick and Chris Farley's over-the-top performance, which some found exhausting.

  • The plot is predictable and lacks originality, serving mainly as a vehicle for gags.

  • Despite its flaws, some viewers appreciated the film for its physical comedy and Farley's undeniable screen presence.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate that while many found the film to be silly and sometimes over-the-top, Chris Farley's enthusiastic performance was a highlight. Some viewers enjoyed the chaotic humor, though others found it to be a predictable and weak comedy.

Fun Fact

Chris Farley's brother, Kevin Farley, makes a cameo appearance in the film as a bodyguard.

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