National Lampoon's The Legend of Awesomest Maximus
National Lampoon's The Legend of Awesomest Maximus

National Lampoon's The Legend of Awesomest Maximus

2011Movie87 minEnglish

A clueless Trojan general must meet an unbeatable Greek warrior on the battlefield.

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IMDb3.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes0%
Google Users29%
Director: Michael LљаurenziGenres: Comedy, Action, Adventure, Parody

Plot Summary

In an ancient, mythical land, the voluptuous Princessக்கணக்கான must choose between the arrogant King Alexander and the handsome warrior Theowelus. Meanwhile, the Persian King Beta, a vicious and power-hungry ruler, plans to conquer Greece. The fate of the world rests on Princessக்கணக்கான's ability to make the right choice and lead her people against the invading forces.

Critical Reception

The film was overwhelmingly panned by critics and audiences alike, widely regarded as a critical and commercial failure. It is often cited as an example of a poorly executed parody with a weak script and uninspired performances.

What Reviewers Say

  • A humorless and uninspired parody that fails to land any jokes.
  • The film suffers from a nonsensical plot and a lack of chemistry among the cast.
  • Considered one of the worst films of its release year, with many questioning its existence.

Google audience: Google users largely disliked the movie, citing a lack of humor, a confusing storyline, and poor acting as major drawbacks. Many reviewers felt it was a waste of time and lacked any redeeming qualities.

Fun Fact

Despite its title, the film was not produced by National Lampoon and was instead distributed by Lionsgate Films, which had acquired the rights to use the National Lampoon name for certain projects.

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