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smijatovDec 11, 2016

There is very little in this film that would warrant the word "fabulous" in its title, aside from the fact that it is the name of the 90's British sitcom. It is an utter mess from start to finish and I am frankly quite surprised that theThere is very little in this film that would warrant the word "fabulous" in its title, aside from the fact that it is the name of the 90's British sitcom. It is an utter mess from start to finish and I am frankly quite surprised that the critics gave this average reviews.
Granted, the basic plotline is not too bad: Edie and Patsy are old and slowly losing their fabulous lifestyle they used to enjoy. There is quite a few important issues here: ageing, careers, sexism, materialism, etc. However, that is where the ingenuity ends. The execution of the film is utterly ridiculous. While the show used to be very sarcastic and basically make fun of people like Edie and Patsy, now that aspect of the story is lost. Their characters are shallow. There was no *real* character development from when the show ended in the 90's up until this moment - something that was supposed to happen.
Otherwise, the acting is a bit too slapsticky from everyone, as well as the entire production just seemed somehow as fake as the CGI background behind Kate Moss. And where does this ridiculous premise of Kate Moss come from any way?! Anyhow, aside from a chuckle here and there, and some fabulous outfits, there was little to take home from this. Which is a pity, as this could really have been fabulous...… Expand

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jeremypJul 31, 2016

Absolutely awful! It's like watching an embalmed corpse traipse across the stage for an hour and a half. They have their tongue so far in their cheek it comes out in Australia. The TV shows were always 10 minutes too long. One long drawn outAbsolutely awful! It's like watching an embalmed corpse traipse across the stage for an hour and a half. They have their tongue so far in their cheek it comes out in Australia. The TV shows were always 10 minutes too long. One long drawn out teeth grinding prolonged joke that isn't funny.… Expand

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jrodfilmsAug 1, 2016

i would say you most likely need a good audience to enjoy the movie. deep down you are probably better watching the series on dvd. the film has some 'best of' moments in the beginning but a really weird third act.

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NerdConsultantJul 23, 2016

Absolutely Fabulous The Movie, could be on my worst of the year list. It’s another stifling example of a British television show turning up on the big screen trying to capture the Inbetweeners movie’s massive Box Office success and ratherAbsolutely Fabulous The Movie, could be on my worst of the year list. It’s another stifling example of a British television show turning up on the big screen trying to capture the Inbetweeners movie’s massive Box Office success and rather unlike that film, it’s also a truncating mess, it can never pick a plot and stick with it. The comedy is all over the place. If you think the cameos in Ghostbusters are weird and don’t work, try the cameos in Ab Fab the movie, it all feels like the plot is being made to facilitate the cameos rather than the cameos being made to facilitate the plot. There are some bafflingly weird ones, which if I mentioned all of them, we would be here for a long time, and I don’t have enough time for that. I will say at least that Joanna Lumley is good at getting back to her role as Patsy and is easily the funniest person in the cast. Though special props to Rebel Wilson who delivers a decent cameo.… Expand

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AlanCabezasJul 31, 2016

First let me say that Jennifer Saunders is a brilliant actor and comedian. She is a brilliant comic writer. Which is why it is so sad to see her talents not realized in Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie. There was such an urgency to include tooFirst let me say that Jennifer Saunders is a brilliant actor and comedian. She is a brilliant comic writer. Which is why it is so sad to see her talents not realized in Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie. There was such an urgency to include too much that there were so many missed opportunities for the film to have any real meaning. Gloria Bing could have lost Kate Moss as a client and Eddy and Gloria could have had a battle of butt kissing that would have been hilarious. On the plane, they could have thought they had first class tickets, sat down in FC, be treated llike royalty until it is discovered they are on the wrong plane and are forced to fly a low cost carrier and sit with whinny kids, a person with BO, etc. They could have employed their Little Britain friends to do the Come Fly With Me characters.There should have been a confrontation between Safron and Patsy. The police chasing Patsy and Eddy should have been drawn out and comical. Leaving Safron's daughter at the hotel to work as a maid should have been as meaningful as when Patsy sold Saffy in Morocco. They should have been detained at the airport for Patsy's suspicious items and had her inspected to where she enjoys it. A bomb threat at the airport or a fire alarm provides their escape or something from the airport. The one Patsy was going to marry should have been drawn out. Patsy gets to go to bed with him and dies in the middle of love making or something, spoiling their plans. She steals what she can from the house and makes a get away. When she marries the richest woman, she has to put a strap-on and doesn't know how to use. A comical scene could happen when she uses other items - a banana, a shoe, something funny. Before leaving for France, "Tickets, money, passport" was missing. Again, failed opportunities. I love AbFab and Jenifer Saunders which is why I was so disappointed with the movie. Too many failed opportunities.… Expand

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JyroJyroAug 30, 2017

I'm genuinely surprised this film made it past the editing studio. Forced jokes, shallow characters and cringe worthy acting from the ageing cast. 'Absolutely' awful.

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foxgroveJul 22, 2016

A belated spin off from the beloved TV series spawned in the early 90’s that ran out of steam long before the concluding series. This charmless and unfunny re-incarnation falls far short of the high standards initially set by the early TVA belated spin off from the beloved TV series spawned in the early 90’s that ran out of steam long before the concluding series. This charmless and unfunny re-incarnation falls far short of the high standards initially set by the early TV instalments and doesn’t even reach the level of a low brow ‘Carry On’ film. The story is almost non-existent and scenes with potential are not allowed to develop beyond a punchline or funny joke, most of which fail miserably anyhow. Slapstick is the order of the day and the results are pathetic. Characters, like Bubble and Saffron, who were irritating anyway are just downright annoying here. Equally the positive roster of guest stars including Joan Collins, Christopher Biggins Barry Humphries and Lulu have all seen better parts and, indeed, better days. Thank god for Joanna Lumley who even with such dismal material still manages to make meals out of less than witty throw aways. Sadly, though, even she has to keep the choke out to prevent her motor from stalling. Ultimately, like the refrigerators discovered to be empty of champagne, this big screen misfire lacks any fizz.… Expand

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Brent_MarchantJul 24, 2016

A sluggishly paced, generally unfunny theatrical adaptation of the British TV sitcom in search of a story to give the film structure and direction. While a few bits are moderately humorous, they come too few and far between to make theA sluggishly paced, generally unfunny theatrical adaptation of the British TV sitcom in search of a story to give the film structure and direction. While a few bits are moderately humorous, they come too few and far between to make the picture watchable. When doing a screwball comedy of comeuppance, the jokes need to come rapid fire, but here it's like waiting for the bus during off-hours. Even fans of the show are likely to find this tedious. So, like many of this year's releases, again, wait for the DVD.… Expand

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derbyday16Aug 1, 2016

Saw this at Violet Crown Austin with over the top patrons laughing and guffawing. Totally forced. Not a real laugh in the whole movie, the last half is amateur hour with cliche jokes and silly cameo's. Absolutely not fabulous.

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adrenilinmattMay 7, 2019

Just like the series, cant understand all the hate. This is lighthearted fun and you people are trying to judge it like its trying to be high art. The movie is very like the tv show, all of our favorite characters return, how can you dislikeJust like the series, cant understand all the hate. This is lighthearted fun and you people are trying to judge it like its trying to be high art. The movie is very like the tv show, all of our favorite characters return, how can you dislike this? Saffys rant is hilarious and our two favorite idiots are as good as ever. What's not to love? Absolutely fabulous.… Expand

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LamontRaymondJul 23, 2016

I've never seen any of the TV episodes, so it put me at a distinct disadvantage, but the movie was still pretty darned funny! Makes me want to go back and check out the episodes. The leading ladies and their dead-pan humor is great. I can'tI've never seen any of the TV episodes, so it put me at a distinct disadvantage, but the movie was still pretty darned funny! Makes me want to go back and check out the episodes. The leading ladies and their dead-pan humor is great. I can't remember the last time I've seen a film during which all the leads are applauded as their names scrolled down the screen. Moss was a good sport to play along. But John Hamm? Is he having a tough time finding work?… Expand

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TVJerryJul 25, 2016

The decadent duo (Jennifer Saunders & Joanna Lumley) pick up right where the TV show left off: still staggering thru life glamorous and wasted. Edina's scheme to woo Kate Moss as a client ends in disaster and an escape to the French Riviera.The decadent duo (Jennifer Saunders & Joanna Lumley) pick up right where the TV show left off: still staggering thru life glamorous and wasted. Edina's scheme to woo Kate Moss as a client ends in disaster and an escape to the French Riviera. If you're a fan of the movie you'll appreciate that most things are exactly the same: the family is back, their habits haven't changed and the humor ranges from clever to broad to absurd. There are dozens of cameos, but if you're not up on English pop culture many may go unappreciated. The costumes are wonderfully over the top. Other than a parade of celebs, nothing about the big screen version is stepped up…just more semi-outrageous antics from the women who made it fun to be degenerate.… Expand

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LeZeeSep 16, 2017

A guide to how to get away with a murder!

I have never seen the original television series, but I came across and found it interesting to try, only to realise in my watch that it was not what I thought of it. Yeah, definitely my disadvantageA guide to how to get away with a murder!

I have never seen the original television series, but I came across and found it interesting to try, only to realise in my watch that it was not what I thought of it. Yeah, definitely my disadvantage was that I didn't know the characters, the universe and all the basics. Those who loved the show might enjoy it better, since they know what to expect from it. I was like looking for a proper intro. The introduction of everything, as I'm not familiar with anything out of it. But it did not come, the story just went on and on from the opening itself. I was confused what's going on, who is who and et al.

It took almost half of the film to be comfortable with the scenario of the tale. Once I was there, I thought it was funny in places, yet I did not feel like to have a laugh. Again, I blame myself for missing out the fun for not knowing them very well. It never occurred to me before. I have seen many films that proceeded by its television series which I haven't seen. It looked short and the pace was excellent, so I did not get bored, except not getting the overall film properly. Otherwise, I would have rated it better. I think the people like me should be careful while picking it. Other than that it is an okay film, not a bad film.

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marcmyworksJul 26, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Honest to god this film made me laugh out loud. A lot of the laughs are inside jokes for die-hard fans and though most of the film sparkles there are scenes placed there solely for the sake of celebrity cameos. I did enjoy the movie however the ending did feel a little rushed and not enough drama took place. Lets hope its not the end for Patsy and Eddie.… Expand

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QueenDillyDallyJul 24, 2016

Okay.. my review on the Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie.... as I am a lifelong dedicated ‪#‎AbFab‬ fan... I will sum it up like this.. it was fabulous to see old friends on the screen and I smiled and laughed.. but with any TV SHOW turnedOkay.. my review on the Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie.... as I am a lifelong dedicated ‪#‎AbFab‬ fan... I will sum it up like this.. it was fabulous to see old friends on the screen and I smiled and laughed.. but with any TV SHOW turned MOVIE.. for example.. Sex and the City... both shows were excellent on TV.. and both made for good MOVIES.. but it does not hold the same Quirkiness, Quick and or Constant Nonsense of what makes the show a show.. but its so nice to have two full hours with your favorite characters who do it so well. Totally worth seeing if you are an AbFab fan tho! Queen Dilly Dally
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madmoviemanNov 29, 2016

It’s very rare for a sitcom to really translate well onto the big screen, and this is unfortunately yet another example. Whilst I think the original Ab Fab series is great fun, this feature-length edition a good decade and and a half later onIt’s very rare for a sitcom to really translate well onto the big screen, and this is unfortunately yet another example. Whilst I think the original Ab Fab series is great fun, this feature-length edition a good decade and and a half later on from the original run’s end is far from any of the laughs that made the show so fun. With a dull screenplay and poor comedy (not to mention the cardinal sin of celebrity cameos), Absolutely Fabulous The Movie is anything but.

Now, the biggest issue with the film is that it’s just not that funny. I’ll admit there are a couple of laughs here and there, but nothing hugely memorable or good enough to get you in the mood for a great comedy. In the show, so much of the humour came from Patsy and Eddie’s excessively narcissistic personalities, as well as their unorthodox relationship with Saffy, Eddie’s daughter.

However, rather than being able to laugh at all of that, this film makes all of the show’s best qualities simply irritating. Similarly to a couple of revival episodes over the past few years, the film is a consistently underwhelming and irritating watch, because it rehashes old jokes again and again, and also indulges itself in the modern era in a way that doesn’t suit its characters or situation at all. It’s a format that seemed to work back in the 90s, but doesn’t translate well into the present.

Whilst Joanna Lumley, Jennifer Saunders and Julia Sawalha all put in the same shifts as they did in the original show, the script here just means they’re not as entertaining. The predictability of so many of the jokes right from the start makes everything feel so lacklustre, and it’s very difficult to keep interested or hopeful over the course of 90 minutes, instead of 30.

This film is in general a big mess. The script’s comedy is very poor, and the story isn’t much better, featuring a billion conveniences just to get the characters into ‘hilarious’ situations. It used to feel so organic and simple, but the plot here feels incredibly manufactured and predictable, another hugely disappointing element.

And then, there’s the nail in the coffin: the celebrity cameos. Of all the worst things a film can do, this always shows a script that’s got no ideas, and is simply relying on an equivalent of fan service to get laughs out of you. In a horribly similar way to this year’s other celebrity overdose, Zoolander 2, Ab Fab The Movie keeps throwing hordes of celebrities at you in an attempt to mask the script’s complete lack of comedic class, but it never works, and makes for an even more dull and underwhelming watch.

Overall, I thought that this was a really disappointing film. With so much talent coming from the original series, this film is perfect evidence of how a sitcom doesn’t work stretched to 90 minutes, thanks to its dull, unoriginal screenplay, poor comedy, and excess of celebrity cameos.… Expand

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DawdlingPoetNov 28, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I found this film more obnoxious, certainly in the first half, than funny. The plot was pretty weak but then I assumed that would be the case. It improved in terms of comedy in the 2nd half of the film but frankly by that point, it was lucky I hadn't given up watching it. The first half seemed to be trying a bit too much to be seen to be really up to date in terms of IT girl culture, fashion, popular culture and the like. Of course its not to be taken at all seriously but it just seemed a bit too over the top and barely watchable for too long for my liking. The Absolutely Fabulous characters always were characters your not supposed to especially feel sorry for, well suprisingly(!) this is very much still the case. I think if the plot pace had been a bit slicker, a bit faster so to speak, it may have been better.

One of the more slightly amusing scenes is set on a budget airline when the 2 main characters board, waiting to travel to France. Rebel Wilson appears as a DNB (do nothing b***), welcoming everyone on board, where she says 'welcome to budget airways - where our only tossers are our baggage handlers' and 'there's no first class, just first arse in every seat' - comedy Gold, I'm sure you'll agree(!) well I thought it was mildly amusing.

While the first half of the film is somewhat louder and faster (not so much in terms of plot pace but in terms of environment/scenarios, with music and the like), its a bit calmer once set in France and I found it more entertaining, although it by no means was amazing, just a bit less in your face, less desperately (trying too hard) to impress. As you can probably imagine, it features quite a large amount of cheese. If you've seen the TV series then you'll have a rough idea what to expect, although i wouldn't say this film is better than the TV series.

A bit later on in the film and I noticed it features strong colourful lighting in the scenes set in France, making it look like a bit of a comic book - its all a bit exaggerated but then I suppose thats 'Ab Fab' for you, as its known as.

Would I recommend it?. Its slightly amusing, so if it comes on TV then it may be worth a watch but only if your a big fan of the show and/or cast but for the most part. There are some fairly funny moments but their spread quite wide apart and you have to sit through a sadly bland and not entertaining first half of the film to get to the more amusing moments, so overall I wouldn't recommend you go out of your way to see it, no. Its somewhere between poor to ok-ish.… Expand

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