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PINEAPPLE EXPRESS (2008)

Pineapple Express (2008): A Hazy Misfire

Genre: Stoner Action Comedy

Year: 2008

Country: USA

This cult classic follows Dale Denton (Seth Rogen), a process server with a penchant for potent weed, and his equally stoned dealer Saul Silver (James Franco). After witnessing a murder while high, they stumble upon a rare strain of marijuana called "Pineapple Express" and become targets for hitmen and corrupt cops.

The acting in the film is undeniably good. Franco delivers a hilarious performance as the perpetually nervous Saul, while Rogen perfectly embodies the laid-back, often clueless Dale. Their comedic chemistry is undeniable, and they bounce off each other with ease. However, the supporting cast, including Danny McBride and Craig Robinson, sometimes feels underutilized.

The camerawork and sound design are decent, effectively capturing the chaotic and often surreal situations the protagonists find themselves in. However, they don't necessarily stand out as exceptional.

Personally, I found "Pineapple Express" to be a mixed bag. While Franco and Rogen's performances are undeniably entertaining, the humor can be hit-or-miss. Some jokes land perfectly, while others feel forced and rely heavily on vulgarity and absurdity. Additionally, the plot is riddled with plot holes and lacks a certain coherence, making it difficult to take seriously.

It's important to note that this is not a film for everyone. The heavy focus on marijuana use and the often crude humor might alienate some viewers. However, for those who appreciate stoner comedies and the comedic duo of Rogen and Franco, "Pineapple Express" might offer some laughs.

Here's a quick rundown of the film's reception:

Overall netizen reception: The film has a cult following and generally positive reviews, with an average rating of around 6.6/10 on various platforms.

Box office: Made on a budget of $26 million, it grossed over $102 million worldwide.

A little-known fact: The iconic "Red Eye" from the film was actually a real strain of marijuana at the time, but it has since been discontinued.

In conclusion, while "Pineapple Express" boasts strong performances from its leads, the humor and plot might not resonate with everyone. If you're looking for a thought-provoking film, this isn't it. But if you're in the mood for a goofy stoner comedy with some laughs, it might be worth checking out.

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The Beach Bum, 2019 • 6.5/10

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You ever been to a party with a friend who is off-the-scales slaughtered, and thinks everything they say or do is comedy gold, when in fact they're unbearably annoying 95% of the time and occasionally funny for that teenie tiny 5%, well, 'Beach Bum' is that, and considering I've been that "friend" a fair few times myself, I know first-hand how hard it can be to endure at times.

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Mr. McConaughey stars in a role that generally feels like it was written for the Texan stoner, and he dons the character like it's second nature: a womanizing, burnout poet who's loved by all and phased by nothing. But although it's a role which seems like it was meant for McConaughey, it's a slight deviation to the characters we accustom him with, meaning, he talks a lot slower and a lot less.

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Moondog really doesn't give a shit about anything or anyone, and that includes family, whether it's failing to keep up with his daughter, or staying out of jail, being faithful to his wife, or even writing his next book, which is what earns him a living, he relentlessly fails to put others first or care about what's important, so audiences face a constant barrage of unlikeable traits and scenarios, and it's not easy to handle. The most compassion the man can muster up is with a bloody stray cat, like come on man, get your priorities right! He's only committed to one thing, and that's having fun, and while that's okay for a teen or young adult, its not acceptable for a 40-50 year old man with a wife, kids and a career. He's essentially high on life, as well as everything else he can get his grubby little hands on.

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Life is a nonstop party for Moondog, and the audience is pulled into his world and all its craziness, at times its involuntary, but you're still sucked in. He's like marmite, you'll either love or hate him, but whether you hate him or not, you cannot take away the fact that he's living life his way, and he won't let no man, woman, rules or regulations get in the way of that. But, what is the point in this film or Moondog? Given, sometimes it makes you feel envious of Moondog and his way of life, especially if you live a life with barely anytime to think, let alone party, but then as you begin to contemplate the thought of leaving your life for his, you abruptly snap out of it because one of his vile actions will make you realize you don't want to be anything like him, and you wouldn't even trade your hectic work schedules and caffeinated kids for one second of his pathetic life.

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Director Harmony Korine has made another movie with outrageous characters who live in total excess, but unfortunately 'The Beach Bum' doesn't quite work like 'Spring Breakers.' As I try to admire the fact that Korine's writing and character development, or lack there of, really got under my skin, its outweighed by the pretentious-ness of it all. He also re-teamed with "Spring Breakers" cinematographer Benoît Debie, who gives the film a much needed glow, and he brings with him his trademark beautiful, hazy atmosphere.

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All in all, I'm all for the next best stoner flick, and yeah, McConaughey did the best with what he had, Benoît Debie shone the brightest, the outfits are colourful and outrageous, and Martin Lawrence has a brilliant cameo with a truly hilarious scene! But other than that, this film doesn't really have much else going for it, unless you can relate to the lesson of; "don't give a fuck about anything, period!"

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[mindwavestudios]

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[kellimaroney]

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