Going Berserk

A mild-mannered journalist, driven by his manipulative boss to uncover a conspiracy, finds himself in increasingly absurd and dangerous situations. As he delves deeper, he gets entangled with a bizarre cult and a woman who may or may not be what she seems. His attempts to maintain his sanity and complete his assignment lead to escalating chaos and comedic mishaps.

Going Berserk received mixed to negative reviews from critics upon its release. While some appreciated the anarchic humor and the performances of its SCTV-affiliated cast, many found the plot convoluted and the jokes to be hit-or-miss. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with the film failing to achieve significant commercial success or critical acclaim.

• The film relies heavily on slapstick and absurdity, which some viewers found amusing.

• The convoluted plot and uneven humor were common criticisms.

• The SCTV cast's chemistry was noted as a highlight by some reviewers.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a somewhat amusing, albeit silly, comedy, with many appreciating the participation of beloved SCTV alumni. However, a significant portion of viewers felt the plot was nonsensical and the humor didn't always land.

The film's original script was intended to be a more serious thriller before being rewritten as a comedy by the SCTV writing team.