Get Ready to Be Boyzvoiced
Get Ready to Be Boyzvoiced

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Get Ready to Be Boyzvoiced

2000
Movie
95 min
Norwegian

Norwegian mockumentary following the trials and tribulations of boyband Boyzvoice, their fans and management.

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IMDb4.7/10
Director: Michael EisnerGenres: Comedy, Documentary

Plot Summary

This mockumentary humorously explores the phenomenon of boy bands through the fictional tale of 'Boyzvoiced,' a manufactured group struggling for success. It satirizes the music industry's marketing tactics and the intense devotion of young fans. The film follows their manufactured journey, from their creation to their fleeting moments of manufactured fame.

Critical Reception

Critically, 'Get Ready to Be Boyzvoiced' was met with a generally unfavorable reception, often being described as a niche satire that may not resonate with a broad audience. While some appreciated its attempt at parody, many found it to be a rather shallow and unfocused critique of the boy band craze.

What Reviewers Say

  • A surprisingly dry and uninspired satire of the boy band phenomenon.

  • Lacks the sharp wit and insight to effectively mock its subject matter.

  • Fails to be either genuinely funny or particularly insightful about the music industry.

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Fun Fact

The film was conceptualized and produced by Michael Eisner during his tenure as CEO of The Walt Disney Company, with the intention of satirizing the pop culture trends of the era.

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