Irresistible
Focus Features | Release Date (Streaming): June 26, 2020
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crankyermaJun 26, 2020
Was it the best structured script in history? Of course not. Stewart is not a screenwriter. But it is a very on point satire of the current farce that is our electoral process and the media industry that surrounds it which leave us withWas it the best structured script in history? Of course not. Stewart is not a screenwriter. But it is a very on point satire of the current farce that is our electoral process and the media industry that surrounds it which leave us with people who know how to campaign and not how to govern. Plus, it was hilarious to see Deborah Messing playing the exact kind of out of touch, coastal elitist asswipe whose messaging she has been mindlessly parroting for years.… Expand
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Specific_hazardJun 26, 2020
Really stupid movie. Steve Carell just isn't funny anymore. Irresistible is a terrible movie name especially for a political one. At first I thought it would be a romantic comedy, but no far from it.
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tropicAcesJun 26, 2020
Like, it’s fine, but there are just some painfully unfunny and tonally-jarring sequences (Byrne licks pie crumbs off Carell’s face?), and the ending doesn’t just come out of left field; it comes from an entirely different ballpark.
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theirrelephantsJun 26, 2020
I thought it would be funny because Steve Carrell was in it.

It isn't. Don't waste your time.
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Mary805Sep 11, 2020
I had some doubts about this movie, based on the readings it made me question renting it. I love Steve Carell and I thought no matter what he can carry the movie at the very least. I really enjoyed it I loved it, and I would recommend itI had some doubts about this movie, based on the readings it made me question renting it. I love Steve Carell and I thought no matter what he can carry the movie at the very least. I really enjoyed it I loved it, and I would recommend it especially before the election that’s coming up. It is written and directed by Jon Stewart and very timely.… Expand
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Movie-WatcherJun 29, 2020
Fahrenheit9/11, Battlefield Earth, Irresistible.... Irresistible is anything but. Not only is this movie unfunny and poorly structured it totally does a disservice to what normally would be a WONDERFUL cast. To top everything off it the lastFahrenheit9/11, Battlefield Earth, Irresistible.... Irresistible is anything but. Not only is this movie unfunny and poorly structured it totally does a disservice to what normally would be a WONDERFUL cast. To top everything off it the last thing anyone one EITHER SIDE of the political spectrum wants is to be preached at by anyone from Hollywood. Its always amazing to me to see actors and actresses comment/build a narrative/participate in politics as if ANYONE but the most vacuous of the public cares what they think.… Expand
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TVJerryFeb 8, 2021
I was a big fan of Jon Stewart on The Daily Show (still enjoy Trevor Noah). This film (which Stewart wrote and directed) echoes his occasional rants about the foibles in our government. Steve Carell plays a Democratic Party consultant, whoI was a big fan of Jon Stewart on The Daily Show (still enjoy Trevor Noah). This film (which Stewart wrote and directed) echoes his occasional rants about the foibles in our government. Steve Carell plays a Democratic Party consultant, who travels to small town to help a reluctant man (Chris Cooper) run for mayor. The idea is that this victory will help the party win back the Heartland. While the premise had potential, the results are sadly lacking. Carrell provides the only funny moments and many of those are his cruel and condescending reactions to the small town folk. Rose Byrne’s equally haughty conservative only adds some fab wardrobe to the affair. The opportunity to ramp up comedy thru quirky supporting characters is completely lost. Stewart does keep the pace moving and enjoys his political observations, but his insistence on didactic lectures gets in the way of good storytelling. Essentially, this is a lesson about what’s wrong with our election system that’s played out in a long fable.
Interestingly, Stewart actually reverts to his TV days by ending the credits with his interview of an elections official.… Expand
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garethvkJul 4, 2020
Jon Stewart has been fairly quiet since his retirement from The Daily Show. In a recent interview with Howard Stern he talked about being content on a farm for rescued animals and enjoying more time with his family. He also sent to that heJon Stewart has been fairly quiet since his retirement from The Daily Show. In a recent interview with Howard Stern he talked about being content on a farm for rescued animals and enjoying more time with his family. He also sent to that he would be doing projects that interested him. In “Irresistible” Stewart working as both Writer and Director has crafted a funny, informative, and expansive look at the political process.

Steve Carell stars as Gary Zimmer; a senior advisor to the Clinton’s who is still smarting over the recent election particularly his insistence that the “Rust Belt” was firmly in their hands and therefore opted not to devote a significant amount of time campaigning there which in turn was a key reason for their defeat.

An online video from a small farming community in Wisconsin catches Gary’s eye as it shows a former Marine farmer named Jack Hastings (Chris Cooper) challenging the local mayor at a town hall over immigration related issues and other hot topics.

Convinced that he can bring Jack over to the Democratic Party and use him as a starting point to restore the party in Wisconsin; Gary heads to the small town to make his pitch.

He quickly finds himself out of his element as the small-town community with friendly townsfolk to watch out for one another is very different than what he is used to. Gary eventually convinces Jack to run for Mayor and his involvement soon attracts the big money from the opposing side that seem to be rattled by what appears to be an insignificant small-town campaign.

Gary soon realizes that his nemesis Faith (Rose Byrne) who is his opposite for the Republican Party.

Gary and Faith have a clear history with one another and there is clearly plenty of animosity between them as each one is determined to succeed and broke their success in the face of the other.

As the campaign unfolds viewers are given a very direct look at how the political machine works from polling, demographics, special interests, fund raising, campaigning, muckraking, and using the media.

While this is often presented in a humorous way; Stewart uses a lot of simple but direct approaches to the various topics as he did on The Daily Show as a basis for further discussion.

The film takes some unexpected twists as it unfolds and the conclusion helps underscore that all parties involved often have an angle that they’re trying to work. One of the biggest messages that I took from the film was that the amount of money poured into campaigns has become more about one side beating the other rather than addressing the issues and putting the best possible people forward to represent the population.

Stewart handles the very complicated topics of the film through humor but above all used generally likable characters on all sides. Nobody was truly evil and you could clearly see much of their motivations.

The closing credits contains an interview with a political expert who discusses Superpacs and their lack of oversight and how people with ulterior motives can generate large amounts of money by manipulating the system completely within the law.

From a strong cast and entertaining story. Stewart has crafted a very solid and enjoyable film that will make you think.… Expand
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kempb1aJun 29, 2020
Stewart is a brilliant show host and comedian but a TERRIBLE Director. Ive seen his 2 movies he directed and they are both AWFUL. Stewart doesnt klnow how to direct, period. This movie is beyond bad and the plot doesnt even make sense.
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RalfbergsDec 9, 2020
I found it interesting. Maybe wasn't the greatest movie and definitely if you aren't much interested in politics, then this wont be for you, but if you are and know how the voting system works in Usa you might enjoy it a bit more. If youI found it interesting. Maybe wasn't the greatest movie and definitely if you aren't much interested in politics, then this wont be for you, but if you are and know how the voting system works in Usa you might enjoy it a bit more. If you waited for very funny comedy then maybe not for you - I think it is in a way more about politics than about comedy… Expand
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luckystrike_bhFeb 8, 2021
This is a terrible movie that has no idea where it wants to go and has zero respect for the aurdience's time. The best advice I can offer you is to go to a spoiler type of review and get the full info on the movie's ending before you watchThis is a terrible movie that has no idea where it wants to go and has zero respect for the aurdience's time. The best advice I can offer you is to go to a spoiler type of review and get the full info on the movie's ending before you watch it. It is that bad.… Expand
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JLuis_001Jul 7, 2020
Steve Carell comes from being not funny in the disappointing Space Force and Rose Byrne comes from being not funny in the mediocre Lady Business.

Together they manage to make this a little more functional than it seems at first glance, butSteve Carell comes from being not funny in the disappointing Space Force and Rose Byrne comes from being not funny in the mediocre Lady Business.

Together they manage to make this a little more functional than it seems at first glance, but even so neither of them is capable of bringing life to this boring disaster.

This is a no go for Jon Stewart.… Expand
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AWESOM-0Jul 7, 2020
I don’t get the reviews, there isn’t much out there that is like this movie. My guess is that most of the really negative reviews are from people who actually don’t see the flaws in our system and buy into partisan politics. Which I think isI don’t get the reviews, there isn’t much out there that is like this movie. My guess is that most of the really negative reviews are from people who actually don’t see the flaws in our system and buy into partisan politics. Which I think is kind of the point. Great cast and well done Mr Stewart.… Expand
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LickyirishFeb 14, 2021
If you are a normal individual with untainted political paranoia, you will enjoy the film. If you are radical right or left, especially left, you may want to pass. See condescending dribble written in the Guardian.
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