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South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut

South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut

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Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Incredibly funny!
Review: Although not a highest-grossing film of the year, this movie was a surprise success when it was released. It has caused people like the writers of the Simpsons to reconsider making an animated feature film of Homer and the rest.

On the surface this is not much more than a long episode on South Park with slightly better effects. But under the hood they developed a lot of technology to create the film, and it has definitly smoothed the process for the show's production.

As for the plot, I'm sure it's been discussed to death, but I will say that the quality of the movie is at it's best! Terrance and Phillip (my favorite characters) play a starrng role, and the show wastes absolutely no time trying to explain to the audience who such-and-such is (except for a small blurb about Ike being Canadian). All of our favorite characters are in it, without it being a showcase. And of course, since it's a feature film, it's much more irreverent than what's on the public airwaves. But again, it's not a giant excuse to offend you. It's all done consistently and it remains hilarious.

Finally, as usual, Trey Parker is given full writing credits since he's usually the one that ends up physically typing the script. But like always the show is a full collaborative process between Parker and Stone. At least, this is what they publicly admit :).

Rating: 4 stars
Summary: Great movie, but no extras
Review: I admit, I was not one of those folks who ran out to see South Park as soon as it hit the theaters. In fact, I didn't even run out to rent South Park when it was released on VHS and DVD. But I finally did rent it in a moment of weakness, and am so glad I did. A few minutes into the film I had to scrape my jaw off the floor, but then I laughed my head off for 90 minutes and promptly watched the film again. After I returned the rental, I bought the DVD, and still watch it whenever I need a laugh.

South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut is, in a word, brilliant. From the Disney-esque musical numbers (skewered by the biting wit of the lyrics) to the I-can't-believe-they-just-said-that vulgar hilarity of Terrance and Phillip to the "Saddam is from Mars, Satan is from Venus" moments sprinkled throughout, South Park is the best piece of satire written in years, and is guaranteed to keep you in stitches.

The movie is set in, of course, South Park, home of our heroes Cartman, Kenny, Stan, and Kyle. The boys manage to worm their way in to a theater to see Canadian duo Phillip and Terrence's new R-rated movie, which is brimming with jaw-dropping language. It proves "educational" to the boys, and they're swearing with flair and gusto quicker than you can say... well... you'll have to imagine. From there, it's a short leap to horrified teachers, mortified parents, and then Mothers Against Canadians. And it would be criminal to give away any more of the plot.

Yes, the language is positively filthy.... Yes, the film ridicules networks willing to do anything for ratings, Hollywood families of fame, overbearing and misguided parents, and everyone in between.... Yes, there are many moments of plain grossness.... So if you're easily offended, generally uptight, or a member of any morally outraged group, this film is not for you. This film is ABOUT you. Find something else to watch.

But for everyone else: buy this movie. You'll laugh; you'll cry (well, maybe not cry...); it will become a part of you.

Last note: The only reason I rated this DVD 4 stars instead of 5 is the complete lack of extra features. The movie is certainly worthy of a 5 star rating, but the complete lack of extras for the DVD format, especially given this material that's just screaming for extras, is inexcusable. But I highly recommend purchasing the movie, anyway.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Oh my GOD! Can they do that?
Review: For those who are sensitive to foul language, this is the worst movie you've ever seen. For those who are able to look beyond the vulgarity and find the social commentary in this movie, this is perhaps the best (and certainly the funniest) movie you'll ever see in your life!

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: A knock-out
Review: This is a daring and hilarious movie that is not for people with delicate dispositions. It is as offensive as possible, taking no prisoners. Because it came out in 1999, there is a blissful ignorance of the coming mess in Iraq following 9/11/01. Saddam and Satan no longer seem so terrifying. But forget that... The movie is nothing short of audacious. When I first saw it, my mouth was open in shock when I wasn't roaring with laughter. The minute it came out on dvd, I bought it. And it's a great musical to boot! I've urged every person I know to buy it, and will continue to do so.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: This Movie Is Quite The Bomb.
Review: This movie is so funny, It's scary. Let's start with the story. The new Terrance and Phillip (these are fart joking Canadian weird cool people) movie is out, and the South Park boys are itching to see it. They get a homeless guy to sneak them in, and, well, they learn things that I, fortunately also learned at age nine. They repeat these vulgar sayings so many times that their moms form M.A.C., "Mothers Against Canada".
Terrence and Phillip become prisoners of war as the wonderful U.S. Of A declares war on Canada. The boys have to stop them before it is too late. Too late for them to stop Satan and his gay lover, Saddam Hussein, from coming to earth and taking over the world if the blood of Terrence and Phillip spills on American ground, that is. On top of it all, Stan's girlfriend, Wendy, starts hanging out with a weird German kid, Gregory. The songs in this movie were, like, 75% of the funniness. There is even a song where Satan sings of his dream of living on Earth. Classic. Not much in the ways of special features, though.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: South Park:It¿s Stupid, It¿s Crude. I effin loved it!!!
Review: Type of Humor:
At first glance, you want to say it's high school level humor. But if you actually hear the context of the script. You'll find that this movie is quite intellectual. Bordering near Monty Python and Kevin Smith.

The Gist of the Flick:
Just like the tv show itself, where the show flips a huge middle finger at some form or factor of life or society. This films main intent is the MPAA. Which is the governing Nazi organization that grades movies and gives them ratings such as PG-13 and the always fun NC-17. Note: if you want better insight on the MPAA, may I suggest the deleted scene commentary on the bonus disc of Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back. Without giving away the story, the four boys; Stan, Kyle, Eric, and Kenny go off and see their first "dirty" movie which stars the coolest Canadians of all-time, Terrance and Philip. Which has an adverse effect on their behavior, which causes Kyle's mom to all in all start WWIII.

Chuckle, Moan, or Piss:
By far this movie is a piss your pants flick, without a doubt. From Terrance and Philips comments about loving uncles. To Eric's comments on a megaphone. To Mr. Garrison's views of women's menstruation. Then when you think the movie can't get any funnier. You get a revised version of the classic, "Kyle's Mom's a Bitch."

Defining Chapters:
In chapter 2, is where the plot begins. This is where the boys see "Asses of Fire," and become forever changed. Chapter 9 is actually only worth mentioning because it has the song "Blame Canada," which smack your head into a brick wall, was nominated for an Oscar. Chapter 11, cause it has Eric's ditty on Kyle's mom. Then chapter 24, where you reach the conclusion of the plot.

Special Features
Don't expect much from this disc with special features. 3 trailers, and that's it. I'm not a big fan of commentary tracks. They usually are long winded and contrived. But I think every South Park fan would of loved to hear something from Matt and Trey.

The Final Verdict:
This disc is definitely a must buy. It's actually one of those rare comedy movies where you can watch it more than once and it's still quite funny. Note: currently ranked #3 on my list of top comedy movies.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Something offensive for everyone....
Review: One of the first things I thought after viewing South Park - Bigger, Longer & Uncut was 'this is everything the television show wanted to be but couldn't'. I really wish South Park was on HBO or some other channel that didn't have to worry about language and content censorship.

I hate musicals but here is the exception. The songs are dead on to broadway and older hollywood films and undermine that format perfectly. If not for the constant swearing and taboo subjects this could be the soundtrack to any children's film.

Satan pining away over living up there, meaning here.
The mole and his exceptionally intense views on god.
Saddam Hussein as the devil's love interest
Big Gay Al's musical number...anyone notice the name on the piano? If you don't know what it is look it up it's pretty wild.

Plot-wise Bigger, Longer & Uncut is very strong with plenty of barbs about popular culture, cultural icons, has been artists...none of which you need to know for the jokes to be funny. Demonstrating the V-Chip as a form of cussing control still is funny even though it now exists, and I'm sure kids everywhere cuss at it frequently depending on mom and dad.

Also, much of the humor is situational. Kenny in hell, Stan's quest for the clitoris. They're running gags but they hold up as plot points. And Cartman, the experiment of parental control by direct grafting of a V-Chip inside him that shocks him any time he swears.

The humor works as long as you don't get offended by it and there's enough offensive material to get under a lot of people's skin. But this is a great film to stop thinking and just laugh. As I said, I'm not one for musicals but the songs had me laughing along with some hackneyed direction that made them perfect.

Part of the whole South Park thing is having a laugh at your own weirdness and taking a break from being civil. Here the intensity is cranked up a few notches but in all South Park - Bigger, Longer & Uncut is very funny.

It would have been nice with more features or commentary tracks but hey, it's still a fun film that'll teach you and your kids new and better ways of verbally abusing one another. :)

Sweet!

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: This movie has warped my fragile little mind
Review: An incredible post-modern achievement, South Park - Bigger, Longer & Uncut manages to seamlessly blend social criticism, fart jokes, Broadway quality musical numbers, and animation both crude and stunning into the best movie of the past year. Guaranteed to offend almost everyone who is easily offended, but those are the kind of people who deserve it anyway aren't they? For the rest of us, this movie constitutes the best anti-censorship argument that we've seen and should be required viewing for all members of Congress, MPAA members, and anyone who wants to blame "The Media" (or Canada) for all of our children's problems.

If you have not seen this before, I guarantee you will be hysterically laughing all through it. And you will not be able to get the songs out of your head for weeks afterwards. I still find myself breaking into "What Would Brian Boitano Do" at odd moments. Repeated viewings are rewarded because there are a large number of background jokes which are easy to miss the first time around.

After having seen this in the theater, the VHS tape version suffers slightly from the limitations of pan & scan (who would have thought South Park would need widescreen). But this has not cut into my enjoyment of the tape.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Wholesome Family Entertainment
Review: Best damned South Park ever. I have watched it several times and it keeps getting funnier. As for the whiners that say it's crude and offensive, (...) A movie for the whole family, even elderly gramma will like it.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Wholesome Family Entertainment
Review: Best damned South Park ever. I have watched it seversl times and it keeps getting funnier. As for the whiners that say it's crude and offensive, (...) A movie for the whole family, even elderly gramma will like it.


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