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Review
A young woman recounts a story to a group of friends who listen with rapt attention, but the tale sounds very familiar… Another masterful and clever work by one of the world’s premier shorts filmmakers.
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Plot Summary
Review is a YouTube comedy series where the host, Forrest, gives absurd and often dangerous reviews of everyday activities and concepts. Each episode escalates in absurdity and danger as Forrest attempts to thoroughly experience and rate things like 'getting a hug' or 'falling down stairs'. The series is known for its dark humor and the host's willingness to put himself in increasingly perilous situations for the sake of a review.
Critical Reception
The series gained a significant cult following on YouTube for its unique premise, dark humor, and the host's commitment to the bit, despite the inherent risks. While not critically reviewed in the traditional sense due to its nature as a web series, it is widely praised by its audience for its originality and comedic execution.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its dark and absurd humor.
Applauded for its unique and dangerous premise.
Celebrated for the host's commitment to the reviews.
Google audience: Audience reception on platforms where YouTube comments are visible highlights the series' originality and the host's dedication to creating comedic, albeit dangerous, content. Many viewers express amusement at the extreme lengths Forrest goes to for a review.
Fun Fact
The creator, Forrest Frank, has often spoken about the real-life injuries sustained while filming episodes, emphasizing the commitment to the show's dangerous premise.
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