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Rifftrax Live: Anaconda
There’s riffs out there this big?? Anaconda stars a pre-fame Jennifer Lopez, a post-fame Eric Stoltz, and an Owen Wilson who even then was somehow ashamed of his role in The Internship despite it not happening for another sixteen years. With the help of Ice Cube they set off into the Amazon in search of those drones they claimed were going to revolutionize package delivery. Then Eric Stoltz gets stung and paralyzed by a venomous wasp, so things are really looking up for our crew when they encounter Jon Voight. Voight has been obsessed with hunting down a deadly anaconda ever since the snake tricked him into selling his beloved Chrysler LeBaron to George Costanza. From then on, things spiral into a deadly game of cat and mouse, one where the cat is played by a snake, and the mouse is played by Danny Trejo. And, as if that wasn't enough, at one point the anaconda spits a monkey right at a man’s face! How many movies can say that? Don’t miss out!
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Plot Summary
RiffTrax Live presents a special broadcast of the 1997 film 'Anaconda,' featuring live commentary by MST3K alumni Michael J. Nelson, Kevin Murphy, and Bill Corbett. This screening transforms the notoriously bad jungle thriller into a comedic spectacle as the trio hilariously dissects the film's absurd plot, over-the-top acting, and questionable special effects in real-time.
Critical Reception
As a live event and a RiffTrax production, critical reception focuses on the comedic commentary rather than the film itself. Audiences generally praised the live riffing for its wit, timing, and the chemistry between the performers, finding it a highly entertaining way to experience a B-movie classic. The event was a success for RiffTrax, drawing a significant crowd to theaters for the simulcast.
What Reviewers Say
The RiffTrax team delivers sharp, timely jokes that elevate the viewing experience.
A hilariously fun night out, especially for fans of bad movies and witty commentary.
The live format adds an extra layer of energy and spontaneity to the riffing.
Google audience: Audience feedback for RiffTrax Live events, including 'Anaconda,' consistently highlights the humor and comedic timing of Michael J. Nelson, Kevin Murphy, and Bill Corbett. Viewers appreciate the shared experience of watching a 'so bad it's good' movie with expert comedic commentary, often describing the events as laugh-out-loud funny and a fantastic alternative to traditional moviegoing.
Fun Fact
This was one of the RiffTrax Live 'throwback' events, where they riffed on a film that had previously been riffed in the RiffTrax library, but with the added energy and audience engagement of a live broadcast.
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