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Best Friends Genetically Modified
Jackson's unhealthy eating habits lead to persistent nagging by his lady friend, which triggers Jackson to break off the relationship. Tony picks up the health baton and starts pressuring Jackson to take care of his body, emphasizing to him that the body is the temple of the Holy Spirit and that he cannot serve God with all his heart if his heart and other organs are laboring to fight off self induced toxin poisoning. Jackson takes sides in the ongoing battle for the right of people to choose their own medical treatment. He partners up with Tony and Julie to become a champion for those underdogs who fight against Big Pharma and the Monsantos of the world who reap a fortune as they seize power to run the lives of the little people and jeopardize the future of the planet in their attempt to misuse science and political science to usurp God.
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Plot Summary
In a near-future society where genetic modification is commonplace, two estranged best friends reunite after years apart. One has become a successful scientist in genetic engineering, while the other has lived a more unconventional life. Their reunion sparks a series of comedic and bizarre events as they navigate their complicated past and the ethical implications of the very technology one of them has helped create.
Critical Reception
Best Friends Genetically Modified received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences alike. While some appreciated the film's attempt at a unique blend of comedy and science fiction with a few standout performances, many found the plot convoluted and the execution lacking. The humor was often cited as hit-or-miss, and the science fiction elements felt underdeveloped.
What Reviewers Say
A misguided attempt at combining humor with genetic sci-fi themes.
The film suffers from a weak script and uneven pacing.
Some performances offer glimmers of what could have been, but are ultimately unable to save the movie.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Best Friends Genetically Modified are scarce, but those available indicate a generally unimpressed viewership. Common complaints point to a predictable plot, jokes that fall flat, and a disappointing lack of depth in its scientific premise.
Fun Fact
Despite a cast that includes well-known actors like Tom Arnold and Kunal Nayyar, the film had a very limited theatrical release and garnered little attention upon its debut.
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