The Boobyguard

A dim-witted security guard at a high-end department store is tasked with protecting a spoiled heiress. His bumbling attempts to thwart kidnappers and impress the heiress lead to a series of chaotic and often dangerous situations. Despite his lack of skill, he somehow manages to save the day in his own unique way.

The Boobyguard was met with overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics, who largely panned its predictable plot, weak humor, and uninspired performances. Audiences also showed little interest, resulting in a commercial failure. It is often cited as an example of a poorly executed comedy.

• The film suffers from a painfully unfunny script and a complete lack of comedic timing.

• Rob Schneider's performance is one-note and grating, failing to elicit any sympathy or amusement.

• The plot is derivative and fails to offer any fresh take on the 'bumbling protector' trope.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a general dislike for the movie, with many finding it to be a waste of time and citing the poor humor and weak storyline as major drawbacks. Some noted a few moments of unintentional humor due to the film's absurdity.

The film was originally conceived as a vehicle for a different, more established comedic actor, but underwent significant script changes and casting shifts before production began.