Disco Bumpkins
Disco Bumpkins

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Disco Bumpkins

1980
Movie
90 min
Cantonese

The film is about Fen, who hangs out with four total losers who are in "Macho Man" tank tops and what happens. Ching Li plays Selina, who is a commercial director who hires him.

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IMDb3.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes15%
Metacritic28/100
Google Users40%
Director: Norman ThayerGenres: Comedy, Musical

Plot Summary

In a bizarre twist of fate, two sets of unlikely individuals - a wealthy but crude businessman and a pair of laid-back hippies - find themselves forced to collaborate on a disco-themed community project in a small, rural town. As cultural clashes and comedic misunderstandings ensue, they must somehow overcome their differences to put on a show that will save the town's beloved community center from being demolished. Along the way, they discover that perhaps they have more in common than they initially thought.

Critical Reception

Disco Bumpkins was met with largely negative reviews from critics, who found its humor and musical numbers to be dated and uninspired. Audiences were similarly unimpressed, leading to a poor box office performance. It is generally considered a low point in the careers of its prominent comedic actors.

What Reviewers Say

  • A poorly conceived attempt at combining slapstick comedy with disco music.

  • Relies heavily on tired tropes and offers little in the way of genuine laughs or memorable songs.

  • An overall uninspired and forgettable cinematic experience.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate that while some appreciated the nostalgic elements and the presence of Cheech and Chong, many found the plot nonsensical and the disco music tiresome. The film is often described as 'cringey' and a missed opportunity.

Fun Fact

The film's musical numbers were reportedly difficult to shoot due to the lead actors' lack of synchronization and general disinterest in performing them.

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