Stupidman
Stupidman

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Stupidman

2006
Movie
54 min
English

A satirical comedy spoof of Superman, combining elements of the 50s TV show and 70s feature films, in which an inept superhero tries in vain to rescue his kidnapped alter-ego boss from a hippie-turned-gangster villain.

Insights

IMDb4.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes15%
Metacritic35/100
Google Users40%
Director: Marcus JohnsGenres: Comedy, Action

Plot Summary

A dim-witted superhero known as Stupidman tries to protect his city from a nefarious villain. Despite his lack of intelligence, his unconventional methods and sheer luck often lead to unexpected victories. The film follows his clumsy attempts at heroism, often involving slapstick humor and absurd situations.

Critical Reception

Stupidman was met with largely negative reviews from critics, who found its humor uninspired and its plot predictable. While some appreciated its lighthearted, silly approach, the consensus was that it failed to deliver on its comedic premise.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies too heavily on lowbrow gags and predictable jokes.

  • Lacks originality and a compelling narrative, even for a comedy.

  • Despite a capable cast, the humor falls flat for most critics.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate that while some found the film's silliness amusing, a significant portion found it to be tiresome and unfunny, with many criticizing the repetitive jokes and lack of a coherent story.

Fun Fact

The film was originally conceived as a parody of the then-popular superhero genre, but struggled to find its comedic footing during production.

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