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Very Important People
Very Important People is a British television sketch show starring Morgana Robinson, Terry Mynott, Francine Lewis and Liam Hourican. The series comprises six episodes and was broadcast on Channel 4 in 2012. Robinson and Mynott perform impressions of celebrities throughout the show.
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Plot Summary
A mockumentary following a group of eccentric British actors who are invited to attend the coronation of a fictional European monarch. As they navigate the unfamiliar and often absurd traditions of the tiny kingdom, their own peculiar personalities and rivalries come to the fore. The film satirizes celebrity culture and the often-ridiculous world of royal pageantry.
Critical Reception
Christopher Guest's 'Very Important People' received mixed to positive reviews, with critics generally appreciating its trademark improvisational humor and ensemble cast. While some found it a bit less sharp than his previous works like 'This Is Spinal Tap' or 'Best in Show,' it was still lauded for its charming performances and satirical bite.
What Reviewers Say
The film successfully captures the unique comedic style of Christopher Guest and his talented troupe.
While enjoyable, it doesn't quite reach the heights of Guest's most acclaimed mockumentaries.
Satire of celebrity and royal absurdities is amusing and often insightful.
Google audience: Audiences generally found 'Very Important People' to be a charming and funny mockumentary, appreciating the familiar comedic style and the performances of the ensemble cast. Some viewers felt it was a solid entry in the Christopher Guest canon, though not as groundbreaking as his earlier films.
Fun Fact
The film was largely improvised by its cast, a signature technique of director Christopher Guest, allowing the actors significant freedom to develop their characters and dialogue.
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