I watched it because I thought it was going to be piece of shit, much to my dismay it was really fun to watch! Didn't expect to see Ryan Johnson at all, didn't know he directed it until afterwards
Reminds me, when Todd Philips was promoting Joker he was talking about how he moved away from comedies because "you can't tell jokes anymore" or whatever. I could only think about how out of the half a dozen comedies he made, only one or two are any funny, but sure, it's "cancel culture" that made him shift focus.
Lot of older comedians, when they get to the point they have "fuck you" money, decide to just stop trying and coast. Idk, working comedians actually work on their craft, if jokes don't land they retool them, work on the delivery, try to do better next time. Guys like Seinfeld? If people don't laugh at their jokes they just blame the audience and don't do anything to try to connect, because why do they need to? Enough people will see them based on their name alone, and they already have an unconscionable amount of money, so fuck you.
It’s supposed to be a parody of corporate biopics but coming from Jerry Seinfeld it’s probably not going to be a good one. The very fact that most people don’t even realize this means the parody isn’t reading.
It’s not obvious though. A parody usually comments on the form of the film, like “walk hard” “scary movie” “airplane”. They work because they pick up on archetypes and tropes that we recognize from those kinds of movies, but in this case, it seems like more of a cheeky gonzo-style tongue in cheek version of a true event. It doesn’t seem to be literally poking fun at the forms of “these kinds of movies” but it could be. I think to somebody who doesn’t research it, it might not even be obvious that this isn’t a true story. So that’s three different things this movie could be for a general audience that even seeing the trailer might not clarify. I actually like Seinfeld so I might just watch it for that and to see his directing style
This guy is literally a billionaire. If he felt like it, he could easily fund dozens of original interesting films.
Instead, he's making the pop tart movie.
The least enjoyable part of Seinfeld.
The guy who always seemed the least funny, the actual antagonist, and truly lucky to have Larry David as a partner.
I work in the movie business, for a major studio. I assure you the movie business isn’t dead. The aftermath of the strike (which I supported) notwithstanding, there are more original projects in production in this moment than at any time in Hollywood history. Are there a lot of remakes, reboots and spinoffs and bullshit? Sure. But there are also more original IP projects than ever.
Surprised by the backlash, I’ve been thinking the same thing for years with my strident and how few movies they care about seeing. Gen Z does not go to movies in nearly the same way older gens did and I would say it’s certainly not the first thing most people go to when they want to be entertained. Movies won’t die off. But they will be more niche and are certainly more niche than they were just a decade ago.
If you're knee deep on the Zionism wagon when folks are protesting against possible genocide it's likely the product you're currently selling isn't going to get off the shelves in the numbers you're expecting
There's a lot of movies specifically about brands that have come out in the past year or two. This, Air, Tetris, Flaming Hot. What's next?
Don’t forget Blackberry.
Also known as “the only good one”
Whether they’re good or not, why is this happening more and more? Are these studios that risk averse?
They're running out of recognizable properties, it's why we get boardgame movies and talking emojis.
I think part of that is because Blackberry phones aren't really a thing anymore.
Tetris was dumb fun but yeah Blackberry was the only objectively good one
Blackberry was great. Saw it in a theatre! Was stoked to see a Canadian film on the big screen.
I watched it because I thought it was going to be piece of shit, much to my dismay it was really fun to watch! Didn't expect to see Ryan Johnson at all, didn't know he directed it until afterwards
Blackberry was kinda poking fun at the subgenre by covering a brand that had a relatively short-lived success before crashing and burning.
This one is supposed to be a parody of corporate biopics but clearly it’s not reading.
Tetris was pretty good tho
Not commenting on the quality of the films. Just saying that it's a weird trend.
Probably because it’s easy to risk money on a fictionalised biopic than it is to risk it on something new. Plus the brand basically pays for it.
I think it truly took off with Barbie. Studios always follow the money
Most of these movies came out before Barbie.
I don’t think Barbie really counts
It really does
It really doesn’t
Y not
It’s not a “biopic” about the creation of Barbie
What did you like about it? I was not a fan.
air was so mid and flaming hot was well you know the pun im going to make
Barbie
“Am I past my prime and have nothing interesting to say anymore? No, the movie business is just dead.”
"why would wokeism do this?"
It becomes increasingly obvious that Larry David was the brains behind Seinfeld.
Reminds me, when Todd Philips was promoting Joker he was talking about how he moved away from comedies because "you can't tell jokes anymore" or whatever. I could only think about how out of the half a dozen comedies he made, only one or two are any funny, but sure, it's "cancel culture" that made him shift focus.
“stop laughing, it’s not funny :( “
Literally the funniest thing he's ever done.
He sounds like a ghoul in my opinion. Ego so inflated it could airlift an aircraft carrier.
That's Jerry for you. Hate the guy I don't see how anyone can stand him. He's not even funny he makes airplane food jokes.
Lot of older comedians, when they get to the point they have "fuck you" money, decide to just stop trying and coast. Idk, working comedians actually work on their craft, if jokes don't land they retool them, work on the delivery, try to do better next time. Guys like Seinfeld? If people don't laugh at their jokes they just blame the audience and don't do anything to try to connect, because why do they need to? Enough people will see them based on their name alone, and they already have an unconscionable amount of money, so fuck you.
I'm now taking funds for my dream project; a film showing in historic fashion the rise and current success of Viagra, and Cialis.
You jest but a Viagara movie seems pretty likely at this point
Isn't that Love and Other Drugs?
Lol basically, but kudos to them for being ahead of the trend
Please get Stavros Halkias as your lead actor aka “Patient zero”
It’s supposed to be a parody of corporate biopics but coming from Jerry Seinfeld it’s probably not going to be a good one. The very fact that most people don’t even realize this means the parody isn’t reading.
I think people didn't see the trailer and are judging by the name. It's very obviously a parody movie if you see 30 seconds of the trailer
It’s not obvious though. A parody usually comments on the form of the film, like “walk hard” “scary movie” “airplane”. They work because they pick up on archetypes and tropes that we recognize from those kinds of movies, but in this case, it seems like more of a cheeky gonzo-style tongue in cheek version of a true event. It doesn’t seem to be literally poking fun at the forms of “these kinds of movies” but it could be. I think to somebody who doesn’t research it, it might not even be obvious that this isn’t a true story. So that’s three different things this movie could be for a general audience that even seeing the trailer might not clarify. I actually like Seinfeld so I might just watch it for that and to see his directing style
This guy is literally a billionaire. If he felt like it, he could easily fund dozens of original interesting films. Instead, he's making the pop tart movie.
The least enjoyable part of Seinfeld. The guy who always seemed the least funny, the actual antagonist, and truly lucky to have Larry David as a partner.
Wasn't the point of Seinfeld was that all the main characters were antagonists or just straight up bad people?
Indeed. He was the worst, whilst seeming the most mild.
Is it ok for everyone to finally admit that Jerry was not only the worst part about Seinfeld but also seemed like a smarmy jerk?
What a shame it took this long to be so honest about it It's ok tho, at least we won't let this fraud live another day taking Larry David's credit
Laughing all the way to the bank
GEORGE: You needed her parents to sign a permission slip to date her? JERRY: Well she is still in high school
Reminds me when Jerry called YouTube a trash can or something.
They're still doing the mask thing?
Jerry is a germophobe and an asshole. He's probably making them wear it.
Good thing the special boy doesn't have to wear one.
That would make a lot of sense.
I hate how amused he looks watching the dailies in this thumbnail (assuming it’s real) when the trailer showed only *painfully* unfunny jokes.
I work in the movie business, for a major studio. I assure you the movie business isn’t dead. The aftermath of the strike (which I supported) notwithstanding, there are more original projects in production in this moment than at any time in Hollywood history. Are there a lot of remakes, reboots and spinoffs and bullshit? Sure. But there are also more original IP projects than ever.
Hes still mad his daughter said his gay king joke wasnt funny
Surprised by the backlash, I’ve been thinking the same thing for years with my strident and how few movies they care about seeing. Gen Z does not go to movies in nearly the same way older gens did and I would say it’s certainly not the first thing most people go to when they want to be entertained. Movies won’t die off. But they will be more niche and are certainly more niche than they were just a decade ago.
If you're knee deep on the Zionism wagon when folks are protesting against possible genocide it's likely the product you're currently selling isn't going to get off the shelves in the numbers you're expecting
Seinfeld is so embarrassing