Frolf: The Movie
Frolf: The Movie

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Frolf: The Movie

2009
Movie
73 min
English

We explore the growing phenomenon of Frisbee Golf through the lives of several different competitors making their way to a tournament. The beloved sport is in jeopardy with thieves stealing their disc catcher targets. Paul Springfield must go undercover to find out who the frisbee golf thief is.

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IMDb4.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes15%
Metacritic31/100
Google Users35%
Director: Kevin SmithGenres: Comedy, Sport

Plot Summary

A mockumentary following the exploits of two lifelong friends obsessed with the niche sport of 'frolf' (Frisbee golf). As they prepare for the national championships, their dedication is tested by personal relationships, rivalries, and the absurdity of their chosen pastime. The film blends humor with the mundane reality of amateur sports. Their journey is documented with a faux-serious tone, highlighting the quirky characters and their unwavering passion.

Critical Reception

Frolf: The Movie received a largely negative reception from critics, who found its humor to be juvenile and its mockumentary style uninspired. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating the low-brow comedy and niche subject matter, while others found it lacking in substance and originality. It is generally considered a forgettable entry in Kevin Smith's filmography.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies on tiresome gags and unfunny characters.

  • A poorly executed mockumentary with little comedic payoff.

  • Lacks the charm and wit of Smith's earlier work.

Google audience: Google users largely found the film to be unfunny and a waste of time. Many expressed disappointment with the predictable jokes and the unlikable nature of the main characters. A small minority found some amusement in the absurdity of the concept.

Fun Fact

The sport of 'frolf' in the movie is a fictionalized version of disc golf, and the film's production was reportedly very low-budget, with much of the filming done by the cast and crew themselves.

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