"Political Melee" can be used as a must-read for every audience who wants to be a politician, reminding you how to maintain your demeanor when you make a fool of yourself.
——The New York Times
has proved that the film’s entertainment and satire are not so high. It is still a "Will Farrell" film.
——The
best thing about the film of reelmoviecritic.com is that it did not let go of another important participant in the political campaign: voters
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The mockery in "Entertainment Weekly" did not target a specific party and was used without any shame. Moral, economic, and sexual jokes expose the absurdities of politicians. Although the "Miami Herald" is a bit rough and naive, and will make the audience feel a little ashamed of laughing so loudly, the film still makes some sharp mockery of the American political system.
——"San Francisco Chronicle"
Both Republicans and Democrats will probably enjoy this film equally.
——"Chicago Sun"
joking about politics, it's really funny.
——Totalscifionline.com
once produced "Powers Ace" and "Meet Father-in- Law 2" director Luo Qi this time, while maintaining humor without sacrificing IQ.
-"Variety
Show " considering the absurdity of current American politics, it is not easy for a satirical comedy with this theme to misfire.
-"Los Angeles Times"
behind the scenes production of
a bitter satire aimed at politicians
Although political satirical comedy is not a mainstream film genre, there have been many such excellent works over the years that have won the recognition of the audience. Chaplin's "The Great Dictator" has become a classic in film history. This "Political Melee", which follows the same route, focuses its perspective on the elections in today's American society. Speaking of the origin of the story, screenwriter Chris Hench said: “This movie actually tells that everyone can be a politician. That’s right, this is the starting point for writing this script, so we arrange A person who seems to be almost never a politician participated in the election, and his opponent was a very veteran politician. The story happened between their duel. The reason for writing such a story is because of me. I saw a report on the Internet, which collected many serious politicians who are humorous and even embarrassed and ugly in private. I thought at the time, if these things were put on the table in private, would it be very interesting So, "Political Melee" was born."
Chris Hench, who wrote comedy films such as "The Laughing Biography of Sports Teacher" and "Second-rate Police Detective", has created a comedy-style movie again this time. Speaking of the "laughing points" in "Political Melee", Chris Hinch said: "I think everyone’s understanding of political comedies is similar, because Chaplin had already decided many years ago. Politicians are usually so meticulous and serious. If we splash a glass of water while he is standing on stage and giving a serious speech, what will be the effect? If this glass of water is splashed by his competitor , Or just a person passing by, that scene must be very unexpected and will give rise to many stories. "Political Melee" does not want to make any insinuations to the current politicians, it is just a story about how these politicians are funny The joke of "Political Melee" in the movie "Politics" also comes from the fun of these political figures once they show their true temperament in front of the public. It is a pity that all of this is very difficult to happen in real life."
The director of the film, Jay Roach, once created the hit comedy "Powers of Ace" and "Meet Father-in-Law", and also filmed the political "Voting Disturbance" in 2008. This time he merged the two movies he is good at to produce this "Political Melee". Speaking of his new work, Jay Roach said: "The origin of "Political Melee" came from after I filmed "Voting Storm". That movie is biased towards the genre of the drama. Due to the limitation of the whole story, there is no Completely let go. But I developed an interest in this type of subject matter. After that, I have been thinking about how to make another film about politics. At this time I saw the script of "Political Melee", and I felt that my ideas and The film is very close, so it can begin. The contact with the actors went smoothly, and the story was in line with my expectations. I think this time I will focus the camera completely on the daily lives of politicians. Yes, it’s just to get rid of them."
The screen showdown between the old and new laughter
"Politics" brought together two generations of comedians-Will Ferrell, who was already famous in the 90s, and Zach Gurry, who was well-known by the public for his "The Hangover" Fianakis. Speaking of the cast, director Jay Roach said: "After reading the script of this movie, I have already thought of Zach Galifianakis. No one is more suitable for the Vivono in the film than him. The image of a middle-aged little man in my country, so I called him immediately. After listening to the story I told, he was also willing to participate in the performance. As for Will Ferrell, he is my old friend, and I have already Knowing that he wanted to be with Zac Galifianakis, so I told him that Zac Galifianakis was going to film my new scene, the double protagonist, are you interested in it? He didn't even think about it. I just agreed.”
As for the cooperation with Zac Galifianakis, Will Ferrell said: “I have seen the movie played by Zac Galifianakis. I think every comedian would want to work with him, so I was very jealous of Robert Downey Jr. (laughs). This time through "Political Melee", I felt very enjoyable."
Zach Galifianakis has quickly become popular in Hollywood in recent years, and film appointments have continued. Talking about this new summer series, Zach Galifianakis said: "The "Political Melee" This movie makes me feel very interesting, because I have always wanted to make a movie like this and a role like this. The politician I play is hard to see in real life, but after watching it, you will feel that such a person is actually not quite a few "
tidbits
-planned film will be released in the US presidential election on the occasion, the occasional movie themes; but in the end the film side of Warner Bros. Pictures for commercial considerations, or put the summer.
·As "The Hangover" became famous, Will Ferrell always wanted to cooperate with Zach Galifianakis, and when he learned that Zach Galifianakis was taking the "Politics" After "Melee", he immediately decided his role.
·This film involves all the "abuse" scenes about animals and babies, all of which have undergone special effects in the later stage.
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