Janoskians: Untold and Untrue
Janoskians: Untold and Untrue

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Janoskians: Untold and Untrue

2015
Movie
88 min
English

A history of the Australia comedy troupe The Janoskians leading up to their live performance at Wembley Stadium.

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Tamara DoyleGenres: Comedy, Documentary

Plot Summary

This documentary follows the popular Australian YouTube comedy group, the Janoskians, as they embark on their 'Want to be a Janoskian' world tour. The film offers a behind-the-scenes look at their lives, careers, and the creation of their unique brand of humor. It showcases their journey from viral internet sensations to international touring artists, highlighting the challenges and triumphs they face.

Critical Reception

The film received largely negative reviews from critics, who often cited its lack of substance, repetitive humor, and appeal primarily to the group's existing fanbase. Audience reception was mixed, with fans generally enjoying the glimpse into the Janoskians' lives, while others found it to be an uninspired and superficial documentary.

What Reviewers Say

  • Critics found the humor to be juvenile and repetitive, lacking any real depth.

  • The documentary aspect was considered weak, offering little new insight for non-fans.

  • The film's main appeal is to the Janoskians' dedicated followers.

Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews and their consensus is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Untold and Untrue,' is a playful nod to the often exaggerated or fabricated nature of some of the Janoskians' online content.

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