Crazy People

A mild-mannered advertising executive is committed to a psychiatric hospital after his company steals his revolutionary advertising campaign. Inside, he finds that the patients are more sane than their doctors and organizes them to create their own successful advertising agency from within the institution's walls.

Crazy People received largely negative reviews from critics, who found the premise to be underdeveloped and the humor to be forced and often insensitive. While Dudley Moore's performance was sometimes cited as a highlight, the film was generally seen as a disappointment and a missed opportunity.

• The film struggles with its sensitive subject matter, often falling into predictable and unfunny gags.
• Dudley Moore's performance is a saving grace, but cannot overcome a weak script and direction.
• The premise offers potential for satire but is ultimately squandered on tired comedic tropes.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a mixed bag, with some appreciating the attempts at humor and Dudley Moore's performance, while others felt the movie was predictable and relied too heavily on stereotypes about mental illness.

The film's controversial premise, which satirizes mental institutions, led to some concerns and discussions during its production and release regarding its handling of mental health issues.