Dicks: The Musical
Dicks: The Musical

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Dicks: The Musical

2023
Movie
86 min
English

Two self-obsessed businessmen discover they're long-lost identical twins and come together to plot the reunion of their eccentric divorced parents.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes71%
Director: Greg BlakeyGenres: Comedy, Musical

Plot Summary

Two estranged fathers discover their sons have fallen in love and decide to put aside their differences to try and break them up. In their quest, they find themselves engaging in a series of increasingly absurd and inappropriate attempts to sabotage the relationship, leading to hilarious and chaotic consequences.

Critical Reception

Dicks: The Musical is a wild, boundary-pushing musical comedy that garnered attention for its outrageous premise and fearless execution. While polarizing, it has been praised for its commitment to its bizarre vision and its energetic performances, appealing to audiences seeking unconventional and provocative humor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its uninhibited, over-the-top musical numbers and bold comedic choices.

  • Noted for its unique, albeit shocking, premise and the commitment of its cast to the absurd narrative.

  • Divisive due to its explicit content and highly unconventional humor, which may not appeal to all viewers.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely available, but reactions on other platforms suggest viewers either find it hilariously outrageous or excessively crude.

Fun Fact

The film originated as a stage musical that premiered at the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) in 2014 before being adapted for the screen.

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