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The Comic that Frenches your Mind
A 5 minute, 2D, straight-ahead animated film by Bruce Bickford.
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Plot Summary
A washed-up detective with a penchant for mind-bending investigations is tasked with solving a series of bizarre crimes that seem inspired by a popular comic book series. As he delves deeper into the mystery, he finds himself drawn into a surreal world where reality blurs with fiction. With the help of a quirky sidekick and a mysterious femme fatale, he must race against time to uncover the truth before the comic book's fantastical plot becomes a deadly reality.
Critical Reception
The film was met with overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics, who largely panned its nonsensical plot, crude humor, and lack of originality. While some acknowledged the occasional zany moment, the consensus was that it failed to deliver on its comedic premise. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding the film to be forgettable and unfunny.
What Reviewers Say
Relies too heavily on cheap gags and predictable jokes.
A chaotic and nonsensical plot that is more confusing than amusing.
Fails to capture the comedic genius of its predecessor films.
Google audience: Audiences found the movie to be a disappointing entry in the parody genre, with many criticizing its weak humor and convoluted storyline. While a small number of viewers appreciated the absurdist elements, the majority felt it was a forgettable and unfunny experience.
Fun Fact
The film's title is a deliberate parody of the phrase "the comic that makes you think," playing on the absurdity of the movie's plot.
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