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DanielBJun 30, 2007

One of the best comedy movies make this year. If you haven't seen it then your really missing out, its serious and funny. Its the end was ok, but at least it ended properly unlike other movies.

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FXTJun 5, 2007

Hilarious! From the begining to the end, a little gory at some points but british are used to this so it's ok. Waiting for some kind of seqwel.

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BitBurnJul 2, 2007

Hey Hollywood movie makers: watch and learn! Pure fun, adrenalized, great cast, hilarious, all the right ingredients for an entertaining night at the movies.

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R.D.Aug 28, 2007

I only looked at my watch once when it started to drag slightly about 40 minutes from the end... at which point it ramped up steeply to a fantastic finish. Worth your attention. I rated Shaun of the Dead a "10".

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MaxC.Sep 7, 2007

This is a great movie that I thoroughly enjoyed. While being made by the same people as Shaun of the Dead, it is not the same kind of humor and really shouldn't be compared with. This is an english spoof of cop movies, while the other This is a great movie that I thoroughly enjoyed. While being made by the same people as Shaun of the Dead, it is not the same kind of humor and really shouldn't be compared with. This is an english spoof of cop movies, while the other is a spoof of zombie movies. Not exactly comparable. Anyway, see this movie and Shaun of the Dead, then the next movie they make, which I believe has something to do with a spoof of space invaders or something.… Expand

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CAENTApr 21, 2007

Although it wasn't as funny as "Shaun of the Dead", it still had me laughing in my seat from start to finish. I love the sense of humor. The action will surprise you. You kind of get the best of both worlds with this film. Definitely aAlthough it wasn't as funny as "Shaun of the Dead", it still had me laughing in my seat from start to finish. I love the sense of humor. The action will surprise you. You kind of get the best of both worlds with this film. Definitely a must see, especially if you enjoyed "Shaun of the Dead".… Expand

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PaulK.Apr 24, 2007

This was a lot funnier than the trailer suggested and I definitely enjoyed it way more than Shaun Of The Dead. If you have any desire to see this, try to get to the theater. It's worth it.

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Andy92May 21, 2011

i am giving this movie edition the same as its previous movie it provided a good level of both humor and drama and i enjoyed watching it and would recommend it

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TheQuietGamerSep 28, 2011

Another fantastic movie by the people who brought us Shaun of the Dead and the newly released Paul, it's funny, action packed, and just plain awesome, it does have a darker sense of humor that the other movie they have done, but this is myAnother fantastic movie by the people who brought us Shaun of the Dead and the newly released Paul, it's funny, action packed, and just plain awesome, it does have a darker sense of humor that the other movie they have done, but this is my opinion the best of the three, and once again Simon Pegg and Nick Frost do a fantastic job together, honestly I highly recommend this, you will not be disappointed, a must see.… Expand

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chicagopianoAug 12, 2011

I really enjoyed this movie, a bit more than Shaun of the Dead, which i didn't find as funny, though i saw Hot Fuzz first maybe I had higher expectations for Shaun of the Dead. It's hilarious and the story is pretty good

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moviekretikNov 20, 2011

Hot Fuzz is a brilliant new Britsh comedy that really hits its mark!!! Hands down this fantastic film is the new benchmark in British comedies!

Simon Pegg throws you into the extremely tongue in cheek narrative with its quick pace edits,Hot Fuzz is a brilliant new Britsh comedy that really hits its mark!!! Hands down this fantastic film is the new benchmark in British comedies!

Simon Pegg throws you into the extremely tongue in cheek narrative with its quick pace edits, booming sounds and terrific camera work that we have come to expect from Edgar Wright since Shaun of the Dead. Simon Pegg has really exceeded my expectations and credit must also go to Nick Frost who plays the classic sidekick which he accomplishes so well. The aforementioned crafty work by Edgar Wright proves that his style creates some of the best action sequences in the business. Whether it be the shoot'em ups, chase scenes or the jump out of your seat surprises, Wright can really make a film move and does this one ever!!! People who thought the cop-comedy genre was finished should definitely see this creative film which will pluck those heart strings and have you slapping that knee while feasting your eyes on the adrenaline fueled action!!!… Expand

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StevenFOct 22, 2013

The second part of the "Cornetto trilogy" which belongs to writers Edgar Wright (also director) and Simon Pegg takes a more in your face approach to parody than Shaun of the Dead did with its zombie theme, this outing, 'Hot Fuzz', focuses onThe second part of the "Cornetto trilogy" which belongs to writers Edgar Wright (also director) and Simon Pegg takes a more in your face approach to parody than Shaun of the Dead did with its zombie theme, this outing, 'Hot Fuzz', focuses on Nicholas Angel, played by Pegg, who has quite the immaculate record working in London as the city's finest police officer, he wipes the floor clean single-handedly which is how the film sets itself up, he's being kicked out to the country for making the rest of the city officers look bad. His first night out in his new country village of Sandford consists of cleaning out a pub full of underage drinkers and escorting a drunken man to the station, which turns out to be his new partner, Danny (Nick Frost). Danny is the cop who wants to see all the explosions and take part in car chases, but Sergeant Angel is the one who has experienced it and now must adjust to life in this quiet and slow moving way of life, which turns out isn't so quiet after all.
Angel begins to notice patterns in a series of gruesome 'accidents', yet the attitude of his colleagues remains playful while they munch out on cookies and cake, the sharp wit returns from 'Shaun', with even a few of the same lines carrying over to bridge the films together for those following them, we also have the heightened tension of the film style which applies to anything, whether pouring pint or an intense gunfight, it takes all the best and cheesiest elements of classic cop films of the 80s and throws them all into the one pot, sometimes it feels like too much, but it's still better than 'Shaun', taking a different approach and involving many more characters, including the perfectly cunning Timothy Dalton as a supermarket owner, Jim Broadbent as the likeable Inspector Frank, also father to Danny, the two Andy's, played by Paddy Considine and Rafe Spall with Bill Bailey also making a comical appearance. The film offers up all the side-splitting comedy that the first of the variety trilogy offered, but it goes a step further with taking various characters and introducing them to new ways of life, even offering up a finale that was much more fun and thrilling than many of the films it is sending up. Pegg and Frost continue to be a dynamic pairing onscreen with the help of an ensemble cast, this is a simple story which is proven by Angel coming up with a complex idea as to why these grisly occurrences have happened when in actual fact, it was simpler than he thought, funny, dark but also thrilling with excellent performances that mirror a finely tuned and humorous script that will sit nicely sit firmly as a classic amongst UK audiences.… Expand

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TheguyoffireMay 26, 2012

This movie is hilarious. Plot was top-notch. Great overall movie, and not to mention all the awesome deaths they filmed.

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mickaaayMay 7, 2012

PC Nicholas Angel (Simeon Pegg) is Londonâ

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moonman1994Jul 26, 2013

The brilliant chemistry of Pegg and Frost is once again tied together by the great writing and directing of Edgar Wright. Once again Wright makes a film that is a perfect blend of two film styles. It is both a perfect Comedy and perfect Action film.

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ballpark_frankNov 24, 2012

I never actually intended to see this film, mistaking the title for "Hot Shots". Finally, there was nothing on TV, except one channel (Comedy Central) showing this. I decided to give it a whirl (not realizing that it starred Pegg andI never actually intended to see this film, mistaking the title for "Hot Shots". Finally, there was nothing on TV, except one channel (Comedy Central) showing this. I decided to give it a whirl (not realizing that it starred Pegg and Frost). Once I'd realized my mistake, I stuck with it and feel I was well rewarded. The Pegg/Angel character, in a complete turn-around from Pegg's role in "Shaun of the Dead", is a real go-getter. There's trouble...and he's itching to solve the crime. In this case, it's a series of "accidents" which have been resulting in the deaths of several people in a quiet little village. Angel, who's been transferred from London, plays things by-the-book, and soon suspects there's a link between those "accidents". The interplay between Angel and Frost/Butterman is outstanding, much like their teamwork in "Shaun...Dead". This is the second in the Pegg & Frost "Blood and Ice Cream Trilogy", and hopefully they can pull off the magic a third time.… Expand

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ninja_dolphinFeb 7, 2013

A fantastic British movie on par with Shaun of the dead. The film is hilarious with great performances from Pegg and Frost and the other side characters. The story is great with a fantastic twists and some pretty gory scenes. Also near theA fantastic British movie on par with Shaun of the dead. The film is hilarious with great performances from Pegg and Frost and the other side characters. The story is great with a fantastic twists and some pretty gory scenes. Also near the end of the movie it becomes a balls out parody of over the top cop movies with an hilarious twist. Overall a really good time!… Expand

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FranzHcriticJan 9, 2014

A hilarious parody of the buddy-cop comedy with elaborate camerawork, ludicrous and ridiculous yet witty dialogue, and yet again brilliant writing by Pegg and Wright, who always can turn a known American genre into a comedic screwball satire.

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cag11Nov 29, 2013

This movie is much more funny than Shaun of the Dead, and has a much better story with just as good if not better acting. It even executed the story almost perfectly.

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THEBUTTONMASHERDec 17, 2013

This movie is a funny, action comedy, Starring Simon Pegg & Nick Frost, based on funny hilarious cops, there are some very nice laughs and tense action scenes it also has a great plot and script, overall I would give a 9/10 for this movie.

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Meth-dudeApr 19, 2014

The trio Wright/Pegg/Frost are again in the best comedy/action movie of the year!There is a lot of action and the humour is really funny, i enjoyed the movie from the first minute to the last.

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MrMovieBuffSep 18, 2016

Crime learns to pay a big price when a police officer is re-assigned in 'Hot Fuzz', the second chapter in Edgar Wright's "Three Flavors of Cornetto" trilogy after 'Shaun of the Dead' (2004).

Sergeant Nick Angel (Simon Pegg), a well workingCrime learns to pay a big price when a police officer is re-assigned in 'Hot Fuzz', the second chapter in Edgar Wright's "Three Flavors of Cornetto" trilogy after 'Shaun of the Dead' (2004).

Sergeant Nick Angel (Simon Pegg), a well working member of the Metropolitan Police is told that he has been re-assigned to the village of Sanford in Gloucestershire because his hard work makes everyone else in the service look bad. The village that he is sent to seems to be devoid of any crime whatsoever, there are no crimes or anything to report, so it seems that everything is hunky dory.

Nick meets a fellow colleague named Danny Butterman (Nick Frost) who likes to think that working in the police force is like being in an action movie.

A frustrated Sergeant Angel notices that there is crime happening everywhere in the village, but cannot seem to convince anyone else since they think everything that is happening are all accidents. People are getting killed up and down the village, but his colleagues thinks that the people are just getting into serious accidents resulting in death.

'Hot Fuzz' is very funny, and at times, it's better than 'Shaun of the Dead' (2004), which I thought was great. Director Edgar Wright and co-writer Simon Pegg deliver a very sharp and over-the-top comedy, there are no limits with their humor, 'Hot Fuzz' is a delight for fans of hardcore action films and buddy cop movies.… Expand

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russiangamerFeb 21, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Неплохой юмор, потрясающая жестокость, атмосфера маленького городка и интрига происходящего - это всё отлично, но всё перекрывает идеальная перестрелка в конце. Серьезно, она потрясающая.
Даже если вы не любите чёрный юмор, но любите крутые боевики, то вы обязаны увидеть последние 30 минут этого фильма.… Expand

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The3AcademySinsJan 25, 2020

Hilarious, intelligent, and filled with action-packed fun, Hot Fuzz is one of the most memorable movies I have ever seen. Every time I come back to it, I find new things to laugh at. Its rare when you find a comedy that is this layered!

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alejandro970Jan 29, 2023

In good time, a mix of comedy and police action with all the known cliches but with the right dose of humor, making everything else seem small. The life of the party is the last 40 minutes.

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AkumaJackSep 15, 2017

In its own genre is a must see.
The best of the so called "Cornetto Trilogy" (comprehending Shaun of the dead and The World's end). Is a fun film directed by Edgar Wright (The man behind Baby Driver and Scott Pilgrim as well) that is one ofIn its own genre is a must see.
The best of the so called "Cornetto Trilogy" (comprehending Shaun of the dead and The World's end). Is a fun film directed by Edgar Wright (The man behind Baby Driver and Scott Pilgrim as well) that is one of my favorite directors. The way he transition from one shot to another is just perfection. Every gag is both in what happens in the scene and it how it is presented to the audience and Wright knows that very well.

Also the cast is incredibly funny. Simon Pegg and Nick Frost are a fantastic duo that will make you laugh a lot. If you like comedies you should see it.… Expand

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LegitSaltMay 6, 2019

This movie is certainly a testament to Edgar Wright's capabilities as a comedy and action director. Of the Cornetto trilogy, this ranks second place, only because it is competing against some of the greatest in the industry. I thoroughlyThis movie is certainly a testament to Edgar Wright's capabilities as a comedy and action director. Of the Cornetto trilogy, this ranks second place, only because it is competing against some of the greatest in the industry. I thoroughly enjoyed this and it had me laughing and guessing throughout its entirety. This movie follows a similar comedy style to that of Shaun of the dead, but I find it is a bit more clever at some times. There are numerable clever visual gags, some even highlighting Edgar Wright's skill with handling gore and dark comedy. If you want to watch a ridiculous(ly fun) movie, go check this one out, it will definitely leave you with at least a chuckle.… Expand

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JakobkrossJun 24, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Hot Fuzz is the story of Sergeant Nicholas Angel (Simon Pegg), hardboiled super-cop. Intimidated by his arrest record, his cameo-appearance superior officers (Martin Freeman, Steven Coogan, and Bill Nighy) transfer him from the busy streets of London to the sleepy village of Sandford to keep him out of the way and balance the books, because, to be honest, he's making the rest of them look bad. A big cop in a small town, Angel sees murders and conspiracies where the cameo cast of cops and locals see accidents, but, with the help of his partner Danny Butterman (Nick Frost), it's not long before he discovers that not everything in Sandford is quite what it seems.

Sound clichéd? Good. That's the point. Once settled in Sandford, Hot Fuzz becomes a vehicle designed to send up every action film that has ever taken itself even slightly seriously from Police Story to Point Break, and it does this brilliantly by simply taking everything from these films and pushing them that bit further, making them appear both ridiculous and awesome at the same time. The characters are massively exaggerated (especially Pegg's super-cop and Timothy Dalton's fantastically over-the-top super-villain). The action sequences are outrageous, exciting, and feature a surprising degree of rough justice, perhaps most notably in the form of an old woman getting karate-kicked in the face (or maybe a pub landlord getting his head bear-trapped). The dialogue ranges from obvious parody ("Did you tell him to cool off?") to clever Pegg-Frost exchanges, and even the music is perfectly balanced between action-scene rock songs and mock-epic slow guitar pieces.

However, that's not to say that Hot Fuzz is non-stop comic action. The first half an hour or so seems a little slow, but there's no reason to worry; the cast are simply setting up jokes to be knocked down later on, and it is definitely worth the brief wait for the well-paced comic-action masterpiece that's lying just around the corner. As with Shaun of the Dead, the people behind Hot Fuzz are affectionately poking fun at a genre that they clearly love, creating a film that embraces its genre's inherent ridiculousness, and is all the better for it.… Expand

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Cementer200Sep 22, 2020

Hot Fuzz is a very good movie. the plot is very good and the characters are unforgettable. edger wright is a great writer and director. One of the best comedies ever made

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NickTheCritickNov 2, 2021

If "Shaun of the Dead" was the first E. W. masterpiece, this second feature of the "Cornetto thrilogy" is an half masrerpiece. This is a great one of course. This movie is beautifully shot and edited and you have a lot of cinematic genresIf "Shaun of the Dead" was the first E. W. masterpiece, this second feature of the "Cornetto thrilogy" is an half masrerpiece. This is a great one of course. This movie is beautifully shot and edited and you have a lot of cinematic genres here perfectly balanced in an harmonious equilibrium. Here there is action, noir, comedy all together in a movie that has great shots and great editing too. The movie's slogan is perfect and perfectly resumes it: "Big Cops. Small Town. Moderate Violence." In my opinion this movie is one of the best action movies of the 2000s. If you didn't watch it yet, go home and do it now. It's a must see.… Expand

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MarlaIsBackJun 24, 2022

The best one from the "cornetto trilogy", good comedy, good "horror" movie, good action movie, well this one is good in every points.

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MattApr 20, 2007

Dear USA Today. Monty Python's Flying Circus is almost 40 years old. Please get the f*** over it. Comparing it with Hot Fuzz is somewhat like comparing South Park to Sergeant Bilko. BTW Hot Fuzz is a great movie. Not as good as Shaun Of Dear USA Today. Monty Python's Flying Circus is almost 40 years old. Please get the f*** over it. Comparing it with Hot Fuzz is somewhat like comparing South Park to Sergeant Bilko. BTW Hot Fuzz is a great movie. Not as good as Shaun Of The Dead but still worth seeing.… Expand

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MikeG.May 21, 2007

The funniest movie of the year by far, British comedy has never been better! It is slightly boring in the middle, however the ending action sequence balances it out.

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DanS.May 2, 2007

Though the twitch editing combined with the loud wooshing sound effects became tiresome after a while, the film is genuinely funny, and the action scene during the final push was hilarious.

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MattH.May 9, 2007

Whilst not capturing the success (crictially) of Shaun of the Dead, I believe the boys have done it again with a funny police comedy. Not hitting the heights of Shaun, this still has an intriging story and engaging characters. If Shaun was Whilst not capturing the success (crictially) of Shaun of the Dead, I believe the boys have done it again with a funny police comedy. Not hitting the heights of Shaun, this still has an intriging story and engaging characters. If Shaun was all about Simon Pegg, this is Nick Frosts's movie.… Expand

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AlexG.Jul 2, 2007

This is a sophisticated and an authentic parody. The duo made it again, but with class and knowledge.

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ECApr 21, 2007

Not quite as good as Shaun of the Dead, but still worth seeing. I haven't seen anybody spoof action flicks this well since Loaded Weapon 1, and that was 14 years ago.

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JasonP.Apr 23, 2007

This movie was a big disappointment. I loved Shaun of the Dead and this film was no where as good. I wish I didn't see the trailer for this film, because then a lot of the jokes would of been fresh. When I saw SOTD, I didn't know This movie was a big disappointment. I loved Shaun of the Dead and this film was no where as good. I wish I didn't see the trailer for this film, because then a lot of the jokes would of been fresh. When I saw SOTD, I didn't know anything about it except that my friends loved it. I'm sure if I saw the trailer for SOTD, it would of spoiled half that movie for me as well. Overall, this movie was humorous, but I thought it spent way too much time trying to make fun of Michael Bay and other action junky directors like him. It should of just made a good action film with loads of laughs. That's where SOTD succeeded and Hot Fuzz failed. SOTD made a regular zombie movie that was "laugh out loud" funny. Also, the supporting cast of this film was annoying and no where close to being funny. The only funny moments came from the two main characters, Simon Pegg and Nick Frost. SOTD's supporting cast helped make a more interesting and entertaining film.… Expand

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EeganracApr 27, 2007

I love how this movie just makes fun of those crappy buddy cop movies. I really like this movie, but I have to warn you, there are some dull periods in the movie. The end of the movie was just phreaking sweet.

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MichelH.Apr 28, 2007

An almost Twilight Zone lampoon of an English rural village. A hip, intelligent ripping off the vineer of a bucolic, peaceful , but hypocritical English Township by an overachieving London Bobbie bent on solving crime that locals pronounce An almost Twilight Zone lampoon of an English rural village. A hip, intelligent ripping off the vineer of a bucolic, peaceful , but hypocritical English Township by an overachieving London Bobbie bent on solving crime that locals pronounce doesn't exist.… Expand

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ValS.Jun 8, 2007

It seems that Ted L doesn't understand satire otherwise he'd be laughing his head off with the rest of us.

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RobbyT.Apr 21, 2007

Some advice for the moviegoer: Before the film starts, get yourself into the state of mind that you're about to watch a fresh take on a "Bad Boys" style action flick starring a couple of rising stars from England. You will appreciate Some advice for the moviegoer: Before the film starts, get yourself into the state of mind that you're about to watch a fresh take on a "Bad Boys" style action flick starring a couple of rising stars from England. You will appreciate the comedy so much more if you aren't expecting it. And to Matt (scroll down), VERY well said. I like Monty Python and all but, when I read USA Today's blurb, I had to roll my eyes. I gotta write that down!… Expand

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JayC.Apr 22, 2007

[***SPOILERS***] During the first half I kept thinking, "British humor can be funny, but so far this is not". Then Simon opens up the weapons cache room and gets a white horse. In spite of all the shooting and mayhem, the death toll is low [***SPOILERS***] During the first half I kept thinking, "British humor can be funny, but so far this is not". Then Simon opens up the weapons cache room and gets a white horse. In spite of all the shooting and mayhem, the death toll is low and the laughs are super. There are many little zany moments (stopping for the bird, drop-kicking the old lady with the shotgun, was it a real town in miniture?) You have to see it to believe it, and then you aren't totally sure about everything that happened.… Expand

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TonyOApr 23, 2007

I liked the British humor, there were some good action scenes, and there were a couple of clever twists. The bad: I think it was a bit too long (2hr 1min) and the close-ups combined with quick cuts got a little annoying. Even if someone is I liked the British humor, there were some good action scenes, and there were a couple of clever twists. The bad: I think it was a bit too long (2hr 1min) and the close-ups combined with quick cuts got a little annoying. Even if someone is either from Virginia or connected with VT in some way, you can't really complain about the violence. The previews clearly show that there are some shootouts in the movie and it's not like you are being forced to see the movie---buying a ticket means you made the choice to see it.… Expand

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NickM.Apr 24, 2007

this was the second best comedy ive seen in ten years, only beaten by Borat. I dont see why people say that Shaun of the dead was funnier, it wasnt. As comedies go this is a 10, but since im rating movies based on how well they were, im this was the second best comedy ive seen in ten years, only beaten by Borat. I dont see why people say that Shaun of the dead was funnier, it wasnt. As comedies go this is a 10, but since im rating movies based on how well they were, im giving it an 8, which is still great. The acting , story and the overall idea was great, but its a comedy, its got too any laughs to be a 10. Its the best movie this year, a must see… Expand

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NickA.Apr 27, 2007

A truly British film, with its comedy founded in the absurd.

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KarthXLRMar 14, 2011

Hilariously over-the-top, action-packed, and coupled with both subtle and melodramatic performances from the whole cast. It's also fast-paced, tightly edited, and just a fun watch.

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Paul_YoonSep 19, 2010

Hot Fuzz delienates full of actions and black-comedy stuffs reaches the zenith of the buddy-cop genre series - geat plot, setting, and even characteristic style until the end.

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drlowdonAug 19, 2023

When his superiors judge him ‘too honest’, officer Nicholas Angel is assigned to a small Somerset village, but when the residents start to die in terrible accidents, he smells foul play.

Following hot on the heels of the brilliant Shaun ofWhen his superiors judge him ‘too honest’, officer Nicholas Angel is assigned to a small Somerset village, but when the residents start to die in terrible accidents, he smells foul play.

Following hot on the heels of the brilliant Shaun of the Dead, the team of Simon Pegg, Nick Frost and director Edgar Wright deliver yet another funny, action-packed parody.… Expand

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EastonReviewsApr 11, 2012

This film is hilarious. You will enjoy how the writers mock their poor plot and change it into something interesting. With that said, you will also enjoy Simon and Ed as their rolls almost around the level of Shaun of the Dead. I also foundThis film is hilarious. You will enjoy how the writers mock their poor plot and change it into something interesting. With that said, you will also enjoy Simon and Ed as their rolls almost around the level of Shaun of the Dead. I also found it very entertaning, so I have no hesitation to recommend this film.… Expand

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grandpajoe6191Sep 10, 2011

"Hot Fuzz" blows off the movie core with mind-less action, agreeable humor (that has no penis jokes), and bad ass performances by Simon Pegg and Nick Frost. Every minute is a blast, every second is worth the watch.

! NOTE-I GAVE THE WRONG"Hot Fuzz" blows off the movie core with mind-less action, agreeable humor (that has no penis jokes), and bad ass performances by Simon Pegg and Nick Frost. Every minute is a blast, every second is worth the watch.

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bram29Sep 22, 2011

well-made action-packed comedy-detective story. breaks the buddy-cop routine up nicely. definitely worth seeing until the very end to see the story unfold.

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sinadoomDec 26, 2013

An amazing movie. This is what it's all about. It's funny all the way through, has great acting, is genuinely gripping and not predictable. The story, action, everything is perfectly paced and very original, light-hearted and witty. WhatAn amazing movie. This is what it's all about. It's funny all the way through, has great acting, is genuinely gripping and not predictable. The story, action, everything is perfectly paced and very original, light-hearted and witty. What makes it so good is how they capitalised on every opportunity to make hilarious scenes out of what one would expect to be emotional situations. Whilst a lot of action movies try really hard by using a lot of special effects, near-perfect scenery and high budgets, Hot Fuzz is very much a realist movie. It blends real-world situations with outrageously impossible physics and cliché combat. The result is something which nearly everyone will like, because it doesn't take itself seriously yet isn't boring or shallow to watch. A definite must-see.… Expand

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EssenceOfSugarJul 22, 2012

Peppered with intelligent humour and all-out action, Simon Pegg really knows how to entertain. Granted the fact that it was a bit drawn-out, it managed to keep my concentration alive with an intriguing plotline and a shocking discovery. WithPeppered with intelligent humour and all-out action, Simon Pegg really knows how to entertain. Granted the fact that it was a bit drawn-out, it managed to keep my concentration alive with an intriguing plotline and a shocking discovery. With a set of colourful characters, the fun never stops.… Expand

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lgnburrisDec 11, 2011

Simon Pegg and Nick Frost can do no wrong, an excellent spoof of the buddy cop genre, with nice homages to Point Break and Bad Boys 2. I remember the first time I watched this feeling underwhelmed in comparison to Shaun of the Dead but it isSimon Pegg and Nick Frost can do no wrong, an excellent spoof of the buddy cop genre, with nice homages to Point Break and Bad Boys 2. I remember the first time I watched this feeling underwhelmed in comparison to Shaun of the Dead but it is in fact really good.… Expand

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SpangleJun 21, 2015

A great blend of comedy, intrigue, and comedy action, Hot Fuzz is a fun film by director Edgar Wright that continues to show his talents as an auteur. Brilliantly directed and scripted, the film features great performances from Simon Pegg andA great blend of comedy, intrigue, and comedy action, Hot Fuzz is a fun film by director Edgar Wright that continues to show his talents as an auteur. Brilliantly directed and scripted, the film features great performances from Simon Pegg and Nick Frost and features a plot that is incredibly interesting to follow. The characters are all really well done, but above all, the film is a ton of fun. As with all Edgar Wright films, they are well made and well written, so they meet those requirements for a good film and then they are entertaining, so you get to watch something that is really well put together and is fun to watch. A win-win, really. The action is as over the top as it should be in this one, as it is intended to be comedic and boy is it ever. The comedy is sometimes quite overt and sometimes a bit more subtle, which I really enjoy, as it adds a sharpness and wittiness that many comedy films ignore. Overall, Hot Fuzz is a really good film that entertains throughout and is a perfect display of Wright's directing ability.… Expand

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axelkochMar 12, 2013

It's a dumb movie, but there's a big difference between simply dumb and hilariously dumb and Hot Fuzz certainly belongs to the latter. Edgar Wright knows how to parody stuff and he did it right again with this 2007 cop mockery. The screenplayIt's a dumb movie, but there's a big difference between simply dumb and hilariously dumb and Hot Fuzz certainly belongs to the latter. Edgar Wright knows how to parody stuff and he did it right again with this 2007 cop mockery. The screenplay is great, the line of high-class British film-stars in the cast is awfully funny, and the numerous running gags and cult film references will give every movie lover a reason to keep Hot Fuzz in their DVD rack. It does get exaggeratedly dumb at times and 116 minutes are maybe a smidge too long, but that's totally venial, considering how awesome the rest of the movie is.… Expand

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TrilobiteGAug 22, 2015

By far the best of the cornetto trilogy. Finally a good proper story with some actually funny moments and impressive action sequences as well. Just wish this movie was 30 minutes shorter as the first act is a little dry,

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moslegend34Jun 26, 2015

Loved it! Pegg really comes of age after a breakthrough performance in 'Shawn of the Dead. The director uses a combination of diegetic music, short sharp camera shots as well as the recurring motif such as 'The Greater good' to dish up anLoved it! Pegg really comes of age after a breakthrough performance in 'Shawn of the Dead. The director uses a combination of diegetic music, short sharp camera shots as well as the recurring motif such as 'The Greater good' to dish up an absolute feast of a police flick.
Worth a look if you're a fan of slapstick comedy and old English charm. Tim Dalton particularly excels as the voraciously charming supermarket attendant. The blistering car chases and action scenes are certainly nothing to scoff at either. Quality flick!… Expand

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MovieManiac83Apr 24, 2015

It has been remarked by more than one critic that the action comedy can be one of the easiest movies to make poorly and one of the most difficult to make effectively. The problem is evident: comedy and action often war with one another, eachIt has been remarked by more than one critic that the action comedy can be one of the easiest movies to make poorly and one of the most difficult to make effectively. The problem is evident: comedy and action often war with one another, each trying to steal the spotlight at the expense of the other. If there's too much humor or the jokes are too fatuous, the action feels extraneous. And if the film is slanted toward action, the comedy can feel out of place and, if poorly executed, can kill the momentum. The team of Edgar Wright and Simon Pegg, the guys who combined guffaws and gore in Shaun of the Dead, have elected to follow their offbeat zombie farce with an action comedy. Considering their earlier success, it is perhaps unsurprising that they have gotten it mostly right. Hot Fuzz is a little too long and suffers from a sagging midsection when the level of exposition becomes laborious, but the spectacularly entertaining final 30 minutes compensates for a lot of flaws.

One key element that Wright and Pegg nail is to develop characters we care about and situations that, while not breathtakingly compelling, are at least interesting. While there have been plenty of exceptions throughout the years (48 Hours, True Lies, and so forth…), the generic action comedy cannot boast either quality. Often, action scenes are just flashy ways to pad out things between the jokes and the protagonists are thinly drawn caricatures. Given the backing of someone with money, it's easy enough to make those soulless, by-the-numbers comedies and we see a few every year. Attempting and succeeding at something more ambitious is the mark of an interesting filmmaker. In the end, Hot Fuzz does for the action comedy what Shaun of the Dead did for the horror comedy.

Hot Fuzz relies so heavily on character and plot development that it takes an overlong 90 minutes before things start getting outrageous. That's not to say the setup is without merit, but the humor during these sequences is more restrained than what comes later. There are plenty of subtle jabs, visual gags, and a few high profile cameos (Cate Blanchett, Peter Jackson, Bill Nighy). The wink-wink-nudge-nudge "buddy" relationship between partners Angel and Danny is developed in such a way that it mimics the formula of a romantic liaison without ever straying beyond the platonic. This is part of the parody. These two never whisper sweet nothings or engage in anything that might disturb homophobes, but they fall asleep on the couch next to each other after watching movies on TV and Angel later buys flowers for Danny. The movie has fun toying with this dynamic.

Then, 30 minutes before the film winds down, all hell breaks loose. The filmmakers pull out the stops and satirize every imaginable cliché of the genre, throwing in visual references to dozens of contemporary cop movies. John Woo, Quentin Tarantino, and Clint Eastwood collide in a hail of gunfire as the fuzz go in, guns blazing, to reclaim the grocery store and the town from the nefarious do-badders who have taken possession of it. And just because this is a comedy doesn't mean Wright shies from gore. The impaling of one character is shown in the most graphic manner possible. There are no sacred cows, either. Priests blaspheme and an old woman gets kicked in the face.

Hot Fuzz is the second police satire to arrive in theaters this year and it is vastly superior to Reno 911. That earlier film is an example of what happens when a movie uses lame material to tie together an uneven string of jokes. Hot Fuzz has a higher agenda, and it shows. This movie wants to tickle the funny bone while telling a story that's worth telling. For the most part, Wright achieves this aim. A slightly trimmed down Hot Fuzz might have provided a more heady brew, but even with a little more fat than is necessary, this one offers enjoyable fare with more than one masterful course.… Expand

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kyle20ellisMar 24, 2022

I will admit to you, the film does start off slowly, and the finale is very over the top. Plus the murders are unashamedly brutal. But Hot Fuzz is a hugely enjoyable, original and daring comedy. It is fast-paced fun from start to finish. AndI will admit to you, the film does start off slowly, and the finale is very over the top. Plus the murders are unashamedly brutal. But Hot Fuzz is a hugely enjoyable, original and daring comedy. It is fast-paced fun from start to finish. And all this is helped by a sharply observed screenplay, next to flawless comic timing and a wonderful performance from Simon Pegg playing it straight as the over zealous cop. The supporting actors do just as brilliantly with Nick Frost the standout and Jim Broadbent brilliant as always. Paddy Cosidine and Rafe Spall are hilarious as the two Andys, and Timothy Dalton is a pleasant surprise as Simon Skinner, and steals every scene he's in.

The camera-work is very dark and brooding, and there are some clever homages to other movies of the genre. At a little over two hours, the film is perhaps a little too long, but the film constantly goes at a break neck pace so it doesn't matter. The plot is rather original and daring, about Nick Angel getting promoted and being relocated to the hamlet of Sandford. The direction from Edgar Wright is solid throughout and has this appropriately offbeat style. Overall, a very affectionate, daring and enjoyable film. 8.5/10 Bethany Cox… Expand

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aadityamudharApr 18, 2016

This is a great movie that I thoroughly enjoyed. While being made by the same people as Shaun of the Dead, it is not the same kind of humor and really shouldn't be compared with. This is an english spoof of cop movies, while the other is aThis is a great movie that I thoroughly enjoyed. While being made by the same people as Shaun of the Dead, it is not the same kind of humor and really shouldn't be compared with. This is an english spoof of cop movies, while the other is a spoof of zombie movies. Not exactly comparable. Anyway, see this movie and Shaun of the Dead, then the next movie they make, which I believe has something to do with a spoof of space invaders or something.… Expand

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MovieMasterEddyApr 3, 2016

A by-the-book top cop and his bozo sidekick uncover murder and mayhem in a picturesque English village in “Hot Fuzz,” a straight-faced British spoof of everything from Yank crimers and slasher pics to Agatha Christie whodunits and homoeroticA by-the-book top cop and his bozo sidekick uncover murder and mayhem in a picturesque English village in “Hot Fuzz,” a straight-faced British spoof of everything from Yank crimers and slasher pics to Agatha Christie whodunits and homoerotic U.S. buddy movies.

Aside from Pegg (again co-scripting) and Frost, his colleagues on the cult TV comedy series “Spaced” (1999-2001), Wright has assembled a roll call of well-known character actors, including Bill Nighy and Steve Coogan in cameos, an almost unrecognizable Billie Whitelaw as a hotelier and vets Edward Woodward, Timothy Dalton and Jim Broadbent as village folk. Recognition factor is part of the joke — as is the multitude of comic references in the dialogue (some strictly British, others more international) — but the pic’s fast pacing and general targets should ensure a warm welcome beyond U.K. shores.

In a zappy intro, we meet dedicated cop Nicholas Angel (Pegg), whose idea of an evening’s entertainment is watering his Japanese peace lily. Humorless Angel is so good at everything he does (with an arrest rate 400% higher than that of any other cop) that his superiors (Martin Freeman, Coogan, Nighy) elevate him to sergeant but also exile him to the West Country village of Sandford to stop him from showing them up.

The local cop shop is run by chummy Inspector Frank Butterman (Broadbent), and the two detectives (Paddy Considine, Rafe Spall) are leering idiots who wouldn’t know a crime if it bit them on the ass. Angel gets everyone’s backs up his first night by arresting all the under-18s in the local pub and hauling in for drunk driving a slob called Danny (Frost), who turns out to be Butterman’s son and Andy’s future partner.

The sly comedy, paragraphed at regular intervals by machine-gun editing inserts, moseys along in a style similar to “Shaun of the Dead” for the first hour, though without the laid-back, couch-potato tone that reflected that movie’s characters. Pegg is very good at this kind of double-take humor sans the double take, and his chemistry with Frost (which later morphs into a parody of buddy movies) seems effortless.

A plot of sorts hoves into view at the halfway mark as a figure in Grim Reaper garb begins killing the villagers, starting with an obnoxious lawyer and then fanning out to include a businessman, a florist and a local journo. Decorated with gallons of spurting blood, the murders — the last of which is hilariously spectacular — prep the ground for the third act, in which Sandford becomes the unlikely stage for bullet ballets and screeching car chases as Angel and Danny lay bare the truth.

Some may miss the bumbling humor and 100% English tone of “Shaun,” which was painfully exact in hitting its targets. “Fuzz” is much slicker and more international in feel, and in its final reels, it doesn’t know when to quit. Pic could easily lose 15 minutes from its two-hour running time.

Still, there are few dull patches, largely thanks to a cast that seems to be having a ball and, more importantly, communicates that via Wright’s script and direction. Broadbent and Dalton are especially good as Angel’s hail-fellow-well-met superior and oily No. 1 suspect.

Production values are fine, with flavorsome use of the village of Wells, Somerset, standing in for the fictional Sandford; Jess Hall’s widescreen lensing and Chris Dickens’ smart editing proving smooth partners. Color temperatures on print caught were not ideal, ranging from warm and reddish to cold and steely. David Arnold’s brash score hits the Stateside genre mark.… Expand

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TheArchetypesSep 9, 2016

This is a great movie that I thoroughly enjoyed. While being made by the same people as Shaun of the Dead, it is not the same kind of humour and really shouldn't be compared with. This is an english spoof of cop movies, while the other is aThis is a great movie that I thoroughly enjoyed. While being made by the same people as Shaun of the Dead, it is not the same kind of humour and really shouldn't be compared with. This is an english spoof of cop movies, while the other is a spoof of zombie movies. Not exactly comparable. Anyway, see this movie and Shaun of the Dead, then the next movie they make, which I believe has something to do with a spoof of space invaders or something.… Expand

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mikesgold2KJul 27, 2021

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RirenJun 15, 2007

Nowhere as creative a response to cop movies as Shaun of the Dead was to zombie movies, Hot Fuzz is still pretty funny. It could have survived shaving twenty minutes off, and there's a good deal of worthless and even annoying antagonism Nowhere as creative a response to cop movies as Shaun of the Dead was to zombie movies, Hot Fuzz is still pretty funny. It could have survived shaving twenty minutes off, and there's a good deal of worthless and even annoying antagonism and uncomfortability that doesn't need to be there and doesn't entertain, but the remaining film is quite amusing, with a familiar chemistry between the two lead cops and an irreverent spirit.… Expand

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BillyS.May 2, 2007

Hot Fuzz is Simon Pegg and Edgar Wright's take on all those big budget action/buddy films in the same way they did zombie pics in Shawn of the Dead. It's very well done with a lot of good British actors and Pegg and Nick Frost Hot Fuzz is Simon Pegg and Edgar Wright's take on all those big budget action/buddy films in the same way they did zombie pics in Shawn of the Dead. It's very well done with a lot of good British actors and Pegg and Nick Frost prove to be the next great comedy team in movies today, but because action/adventure is my least favorite genre I just didn't laugh as much as I thoght I would. There are some very funny scenes and Frost gets most of the great lines but after Shawn Of the Dead I was just a little disappointed that it didn't require astronaut diapers to watch it. (But that doesn't mean I can't wait for whatever they team up to do next).… Expand

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AndrewJ.Apr 28, 2007

Funny. But not nearly as funny as you'd expet. The fun lies in the details and references to other action films. You won't be laughing out loud much, it's more of a "grin plastered to your face for 90 minutes" kind of movie.

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asylumspadezNov 22, 2011

Eh it was ok. It lived up to the previous work by the duo, Which is a rather rare sight to see nowadays. It wasnt all that funny though and it was a bit boring at times. It was better then what I expected though.

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TokyochuchuJun 22, 2013

Hot Fuzz is a great comedy, riffing on the English countryside and American action movies. Love Dalton as the supermarket manager... Hilarious! And the climactic action scene had me almost peeing my pants.

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spadenxJan 16, 2012

It was funny, interesting, and gave a well deserved nod to action films. I just dont hold it in high regards like others do. I enjoyed it but I dont think it was great.

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Tss5078Jan 11, 2016

The comedic duo of Simon Pegg and Nick Frost are changing the way people view British comedy. For decades, the Brits have been far behind us, featuring the dry, the peculiar, the tedious, and worst of all, Monty Python. Ten years ago, IThe comedic duo of Simon Pegg and Nick Frost are changing the way people view British comedy. For decades, the Brits have been far behind us, featuring the dry, the peculiar, the tedious, and worst of all, Monty Python. Ten years ago, I wouldn't see a British comedy if you paid me, but now, all I need is to see this duo involved and I'm there! Hot Fuzz was the duos follow up to the wildly successful Shaun of The Dead, and while it doesn't compare to that film, it is still a really funny movie. The film features Simon Pegg as London's toughest cop, who is unwillingly transferred to a small town in the country. Paired with an idiot, he's about to die of boredom, and starts looking into the towns history of mysterious accidents, only to discover a pattern. Once Pegg has the scent, he's on the trail of a long running town secret, one that is ridiculous yet hilarious. Unlike Shaun of The Dead, the story here isn't as cut and dry. It requires some background and does take quite a while to get going. Unlike any of their other films, previously or since, the duo decided to pack all the fun into the last half hour of the film. Hot Fuzz certainly has it's moments, but it's the last half hour that makes it a classic. Simon Pegg plays the serious one for a change, leaving much of the laughs up to Nick Frost who certainly doesn't disappoint. Personally, I prefer Pegg over Frost and would have liked to see his character loosen up a little bit, but it doesn't really take anything away from the story. The first half hour of this film, you're going to think I'm crazy, but by the last half hour, you'll be thanking me for recommending you see this film. It is a must for fans of buddy comedies and it just might force you to watch Shaun of The Dead again.… Expand

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imthenoobJan 2, 2013

I honestly thought that there would be no way for them to make a movie as good as Shaun of The Dead but suprisingly they did. Hot Fuzz is a very enjoyable comedy that is definently worth watching, Especially if you like Shaun of The Dead.

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Compi24Jul 11, 2019

Edgar Wright's second entry in his "Cornetto Trilogy" finds Simon Pegg and Nick Frost once again fighting the forces of darkness, this time as police officers trying to solve a series of deaths occurring within a mysterious English town. MakeEdgar Wright's second entry in his "Cornetto Trilogy" finds Simon Pegg and Nick Frost once again fighting the forces of darkness, this time as police officers trying to solve a series of deaths occurring within a mysterious English town. Make no mistake, though, you're probably here for the trademark laughs from the comedic talents in play, and the frenetic, high-octane visual stylings of the writer-director in question, not necessarily the murder mystery at the center of things. That's not to say things are dull on a narrative level, but clearly the humor and stylistics are what really propel things forward here. It's a terrific and fun romp with plenty of jaw-droppingly hilarious moments of ultraviolence, all tightly packaged together with some consistently funny notes on the buddy-cop genre in general. It may not be my absolute favorite of the trilogy, but it's a good time nonetheless.… Expand

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RayzorMooseNov 13, 2013

Hot Fuzz heats up.
The very beginning of the movie appears a bit bland, a few one liners, but nothing spectacular. It then masterfully evolves into a mystery, action, and comedy all simultaneously, which it somehow manages to nail. Hot FuzzHot Fuzz heats up.
The very beginning of the movie appears a bit bland, a few one liners, but nothing spectacular. It then masterfully evolves into a mystery, action, and comedy all simultaneously, which it somehow manages to nail. Hot Fuzz is extremely unique and very entertaining.… Expand

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BarneyOnMTJan 5, 2016

WHAT I LIKED: It properly makes you smile - Pegg and Frost deliver humour and quirkiness round ever corner. 'Hot Fuzz' even has a great, off the wall plot and action too
WHAT I DIDN'T LIKE: It's not their funniest adventure as the humourWHAT I LIKED: It properly makes you smile - Pegg and Frost deliver humour and quirkiness round ever corner. 'Hot Fuzz' even has a great, off the wall plot and action too
WHAT I DIDN'T LIKE: It's not their funniest adventure as the humour isn't consistent, plus 'Hot Fuzz' doesn't feel so much of a movie, more like a great tv show thanks to it's single setting
VERDICT: An off the wall gem from Frost and Pegg, that just could be funnier.… Expand

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BradleyJordanDec 15, 2018

Funny movie, good acting, very creatively written, and I got the British sense of humor, which sometimes can be challenging for an American.

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amheretojudgeJan 16, 2018

you're saying this wasn't an accident..

Hot Fuzz

If taken lightly assuming the first act of the movie, you will be mind blown since it is no usual buddy-cop movie as it offers twists, smart comedy and a tightly packed action.

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FnnJun 5, 2020

Ok.. it is good but it feels like a massive set down from shaun of the dead and spaced. I don't find it nearly as funny or the story as interesting. its still a good movie but just underwhelming. At least it isn't the worlds end.

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RobertHowardNov 13, 2022

Hot Fuzz is one of those rare cases where a satire wants to do more than lampoon: It has its own story, good acting performances, character development and despite some crass stuff and over-the-top gore, it is a smashing success.

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PhilipH.Apr 21, 2007

Very funny movie. But, not the kick ass movie advertised. In the end, the Fuzz never got that hot. As a matter of fact, they were real pushovers. My skinny nephew Larry could have put up more of a fight.

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MartinS.Jul 9, 2007

Mildly amusing.

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JonBoyJul 16, 2007

Kind of went in expecting a lot more from this film and the team behind it. Some brilliant comedy scenes split up by filler, really. Still a massive step ahead of the laughs-by-numbers tripe that Hollywood calls comedy these days, but it Kind of went in expecting a lot more from this film and the team behind it. Some brilliant comedy scenes split up by filler, really. Still a massive step ahead of the laughs-by-numbers tripe that Hollywood calls comedy these days, but it lacked some of the genius of Shaun... Still looking forward to Peggs next effort though.… Expand

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MattLSep 6, 2007

Overall, I was disappointed by the movie. As a huge Shaun of the Dead fan, I had high expectations. Unfortunately, while Hot Fuzz follows the same path Shaun did, it fails to incorporate a strong affinity towards the characters. The side Overall, I was disappointed by the movie. As a huge Shaun of the Dead fan, I had high expectations. Unfortunately, while Hot Fuzz follows the same path Shaun did, it fails to incorporate a strong affinity towards the characters. The side characters especially are weak. Still worth seeing, but don't expect it to be as good as Shaun of the Dead ever was.… Expand

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JoeF.May 13, 2007

The high metacritic rating of this film leaves one disappointed after seeing it. There were no flat out gut-wrenching laughs in this movie. Lower your expectations, and you will see a pretty good british comedy. However, using "monty python" The high metacritic rating of this film leaves one disappointed after seeing it. There were no flat out gut-wrenching laughs in this movie. Lower your expectations, and you will see a pretty good british comedy. However, using "monty python" in the same sentence as this slightly above average and thoroughly forgetable film is absurd. This is the most metacritic overrated film I've seen, in my humble opinion. It deserves not a point over a 60.… Expand

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asthobaskoroMay 14, 2011

Sappy, funny but sometime boring. I don't think it's great comedy but it still entertaining although not enjoyable on all the scene. Not really fan of Nick Frost and Simon Pegg, that's why I don't interested to watch Paul.

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jiminyjazzJun 3, 2017

This is a quite good film.(non spolierific analysis) the film has a lot of pros about it:

The characters and the psychology of the characters are pretty understandable and realistic The comedy and humor in this film is actually pretty funnyThis is a quite good film.(non spolierific analysis) the film has a lot of pros about it:

The characters and the psychology of the characters are pretty understandable and realistic

The comedy and humor in this film is actually pretty funny and quite cheeky however the film caters to an audience that doesn't mind some "cheeky humor".
The comedy is also spliced with the action well and is executed at the right time and is moderate and humorous instead of excessive and forced.

the realism of police work in this film is quite accurate as well From a cinematography and film studies perspective, this film is quite intriguing to analyse. The shots it uses is quite sophisticated, implying, symbolic and thematic.It also fits well in the scenes context and makes sense. For example, one close up shot of the main protagonist on his phone on the train implies that he is away from society or another shot medium shot where there is a woman who was murdered anbd her body is in the shot whilst the police are confused what to do , implies the idiocy and stupidity that some police have when danger is in their faces and they are confused about it.
if you are a film student i would recommend seeing this film.

the film also briefly satirizes police riddled with corruption or police that feel intimidated by the skilled superiors. However this ridicule is unfortunately concise and not explored more but however i assume that that was not the intention of the film.

the con's of this film are:

The action in this film feels somewhat cliched but somewhat enjoyable. the soundtrack could have been improved as some of the songs were good and some of the songs felt dull and repetitive. overall the film was quite good but needed one or two improvements I recommend watching this film if you are into Edgar Wrights work or if you like cheeky comedy… Expand

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XV_Sep 16, 2019

The movie starts really good and promising, with nice jokes and editing here and there, the problem is when the 2nd act kicks in, the passing is kind of slow even tho' the editing (Wright's style) is so dynamic and fast, the plot is revealedThe movie starts really good and promising, with nice jokes and editing here and there, the problem is when the 2nd act kicks in, the passing is kind of slow even tho' the editing (Wright's style) is so dynamic and fast, the plot is revealed way to ahead of its time and basically you're waiting for Simon Pegg to reveal it, I know this is sort of parody but then again that doesn't excuse this film to be this boring. It's not that I hate it, but it shows how Edgar Wright evolved as a filmmaker and how his brilliance would be polished in future movies.… Expand

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CarolynM.Apr 23, 2007

Started out hilariously, in that dry English way, but deteriorated into a highly graphic and violent shoot-'em-up which--even though a satire--left our Virginia audience (1 week after Virginia Tech) stunned.

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GregA.Apr 22, 2007

It almost got 4 if it were not for a couple of genuinely funny moments....yes call me someone "shallow" who can't appreciate a good comedy if it slapped me in the face - but I really didn't find it that funny. Sorry!!

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ElliotP.May 20, 2007

You have to be able to appreciate English (i.e. sick Monty Python) humor to enjoy this movie.

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KrisS.Jun 26, 2007

Went in with high expectations because I really enjoyed Shaun of the Dead. Came out quite disappointed. It wasn't funny, wasn't witty, and the action sequence to end the movie was absurd.

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MatthewM.Apr 22, 2007

I just really have to agree with the metacritic rating and other peoples thoughts on this movie. [Ed: you mean disagree?] Nine times out of ten I've thought that the metascore and the user vote were pretty dead on, with this film I just really have to agree with the metacritic rating and other peoples thoughts on this movie. [Ed: you mean disagree?] Nine times out of ten I've thought that the metascore and the user vote were pretty dead on, with this film however I just have to disagree. I saw this film during my trip to New Zealand and I was just very disappointed. The jokes didn't really hit half the time. The never ending action near the end of the film just bored me about half way through. I thought, "Ohhhh I get what they're trying to do here, making fun of movies like Bad Boys. Cute." Past that point I was just tired of it. The plot was just LAME. The ending was just plain bad. Again, I understand that they were making a farce of a genre, but you have to make that farce funny or at least interesting. It was only kinda funny and just completely uninteresting by the last 45 minutes of the movie. On top of that, if you have flashing light induced siezures do NOT see this movie. I felt like a camera bulb was flashing in my eyes through about have the movie. The editing was just BAD. I mean, I understand doing that flash during the scenes where the officer is booking people and taking their pictures with the numbers, but they did it for EVERY little thing. It really just gets to you. So in the end, it had moments that were funny, but overall I just can't recommend it.… Expand

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TimM.Apr 25, 2007

Overrated. I tried SOOOOOOO hard to like this, but it just fell short in my opinion. Not half as funny as Sean of the Dead. Actually, yes. It was half as funny as Sean of the Dead. Exactly half.

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ChrisN.May 4, 2007

I was hoping for something a lot better. The last twenty minutes, to me, really shone, but the majority of the film was dull exposition with a laugh maybe cropping up once every five minutes. A let down, really.

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SteveApr 22, 2007

Everybody says this film is not as good as shaun of the dead. What they fail to mention is that its only half as good. It had a few laugh out loud moments but in general not that funny. A lot of the humor was was recycled from SOTD. The last Everybody says this film is not as good as shaun of the dead. What they fail to mention is that its only half as good. It had a few laugh out loud moments but in general not that funny. A lot of the humor was was recycled from SOTD. The last 30 minutes went on for ever. The cast of SOTD and Reno 911 decided to make a movie.… Expand

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TyranianApr 10, 2019

Starts brilliantly but descends into stupidity with last half hour just a boring shoot em up.

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liamexeNov 18, 2022

Although tolerable, this is often unfunny and rather worn out. It's a parody, but the humour isn't very strong, and the script is just a mishmash of their take on other films with a few minor comedic twists here and there from the "Shaun ofAlthough tolerable, this is often unfunny and rather worn out. It's a parody, but the humour isn't very strong, and the script is just a mishmash of their take on other films with a few minor comedic twists here and there from the "Shaun of the Dead" duo. It's silly and tired to do a cop farce now. It's such well trodden ground it's bound to come up extremely lacking and this script falls short in laughs and excitement. However, the blood and gore factor is a nice solid punch in between the jokes—I respect them for that—and I like these guys as a comedic team.… Expand

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WayneD.Jun 30, 2007

This is humor? What is funny about visual scenes of a man impaled through the mouth, or of a half dozen young people killed and their bodies hidden in a castle crypt? This would rank with showing the beheading of David Pearl as a comedy.

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