Kevin Hart: What Now?

Universal Pictures | Release Date: October 14, 2016

4.6	USER SCORE Mixed or average reviews based on 36 Ratings

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EpicLadySpongeOct 14, 2016

Despite numerous amount of laughs done here and there, Kevin Hart's latest film won't pull you to enjoy this film's main purpose of existence. It may feel original, delightful, and even can cause humor, but to top it off completely, it's notDespite numerous amount of laughs done here and there, Kevin Hart's latest film won't pull you to enjoy this film's main purpose of existence. It may feel original, delightful, and even can cause humor, but to top it off completely, it's not going to make to one of the big list of important movies to watch for 2016 and can easily become forgettable after a while.… Expand

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tropicAcesOct 15, 2016

Fun enough, although nothing you can't watch on YouTube for free. There are several laugh out loud moments, but they're between some pretty big swing-and-misses.

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triple_coApr 11, 2017

Kevin Hart's 'What Now?' Netflix special is spectacularly over the top. Three screens beam out from the stage of a Philadelphia football stadium with Hart taking centre stage, looking characteristically small against its backdrop and armedKevin Hart's 'What Now?' Netflix special is spectacularly over the top. Three screens beam out from the stage of a Philadelphia football stadium with Hart taking centre stage, looking characteristically small against its backdrop and armed with a microphone and a stool. It's familiar territory that slips into the tried-and-tested formula of his previous Netflix films and, despite the flash and impressive production, the core of 'What Now?' feels frustratingly lacklustre. While the jokes and set ups are far from unfunny, and are enjoyable enough, they lack punch and tend to get bogged down in cluttered wordiness. The massive crowd and audio reverb from Hart's recording takes away from the act, feeling overwhelming in scope and coming off surprisingly jarring as he talks about pre-marital life and personal fears. Seemingly intimate moments are somewhat undermined by the rock star atmosphere, and it's hard not to ignore the massive success and privilege of Hart himself as he delivers trademark, self-deprecating humour. The sense of one-to-one dialogue that made Kevin a household name from the beginning slips away a little amongst the masses, giant projections and sold out stadium. It's wonderful seeing so much success for one comic, but the anecdotes are less relatable when they come from such a hugely public, rich talent.

The content is familiar territory and feels a little like repetition and re-treading, even using the same wording, phrases and acting as seen in previous works. It's the usual conversation of kids, a rejection of male chivalry, and the self-awareness of his own selfishness. And while these topics are easy enough to follow, it does feel like an easy direction to take - nothing seems particularly fresh or different, rather falling back on what Hart knows his fans will assuredly laugh at. The other specials contain the exact same themes and subjects as this, and feel more fresh than 'What Now?'. I can't help but wonder if Hart's humour would be more effective if he acknowledged and poked fun at the ridiculous level of fame he has achieved, Dave Chapelle style, and tackled issues of race and wealth that he only briefly touches on in his closing speech.

Aside from the meandering, bizarrely gory twenty minute opening, this is mid-way, enjoyable and comfortingly predictable content that never strays too much from audience expectations and deliberately plays to Hart's well-established strengths. If you're a fan of his previous specials, then there is no doubt you'll be into this. But it is obvious that the writing has kept the target audience in mind and assured that simple laughs will flow, without pushing the envelope or trying anything new. The lack of fresh ideas, or meaningful insight into Hart's astounding state of celebrity, is a little disappointing, and the tired topics are difficult to keep engaged with. However this is far from poor - it beats Amy Schumer's leather special in a heartbeat - and implements intuitive, impressive visual effects into each set up. It's hard not to be astounded by Kevin's ability to sell out stadiums and his physical efficiency as he darts around the stage, but it’s a shame that it all feels too familiar and run-of-the-mill routine.… Expand

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dpaudiophileOct 15, 2016

if you think that Kevin Hart is funny, you are probably some kind of demon from some far too deep level of hell. You can say that I have a bias going into this review, because it is definitely true. I hate Kevin Hart. He is at the front ofif you think that Kevin Hart is funny, you are probably some kind of demon from some far too deep level of hell. You can say that I have a bias going into this review, because it is definitely true. I hate Kevin Hart. He is at the front of the line of the vast amount of new and popular comedians that I despise. This film is a vehicle for his comedy, go see it to laugh at him and how insanely bad his comedy is, leave frustrated because of how much money and influence he has.… Expand

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ThegodfathersonOct 16, 2016

America's funnyman Kevin Hart brings us a surprisingly funny and well-written concert flick that is worth the weekend ticket. Top it all off with cameos from Don Cheadle and Halle Berry, and you have yourselves a fun two hours at the films.

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NavyBeanOct 19, 2016

Not short on laughs.

I cannot fathom the ignorence of some people. Usually, they are atheists and don't understand that Jesus uses Kenneth Copeland as a direct line to God's mouth. I hate atheists. God will smack them down in his mercyNot short on laughs.

I cannot fathom the ignorence of some people. Usually, they are atheists and don't understand that Jesus uses Kenneth Copeland as a direct line to God's mouth.

I hate atheists. God will smack them down in his mercy and his love. He will hurl them into a fiery pit of tar and then he will stand on the edge drinking a very refreshing ice cold beverage and laughing just laughing.

Kenneth is not a con man.

Tired of the millions of allegations. Stop it and look into your own filthy heart and repent for your sins. I did and now I can do whatever I want after I finish my shift as a professional cage dancer in Key Wets.

Love KH!… Expand

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TheQuietGamerApr 13, 2017

Kevin Hart is back with another live concert movie. It's essentially everything you would expect. The comedian is still showing off his rare ability to be arrogant, self-depreciating, and brutally honest about himself all in the same hour andKevin Hart is back with another live concert movie. It's essentially everything you would expect. The comedian is still showing off his rare ability to be arrogant, self-depreciating, and brutally honest about himself all in the same hour and a half and make it all seem natural. The film kicks off with a nice, scripted James Bond parody that has some nice recognizable faces along for the ride. It's an amusing way to kick things off even if it is just a way for Hart to pat himself on the back for all that he's accomplished.

The rest of the movie is pure stand-up in-front of over 50,000 people in the sold out football stadium, Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. So yeah, all that bragging probably isn't unjustified. It's here where the movie really takes off. Hart is just great at stand-up. His stories connect with the audience, be they fabricated or not. He also always has that nice payoff to them. Needless to say, there are quite a few laughs to be found. Yet, perhaps not as much as some of Hart's other stand-up tours. This is due to the fact that early on Hart tries way too hard to compensate for the amount of people he is performing to. By that I mean he tries a little too hard to everyone pumped up and laughing by going overboard with his more cartoonish stand-up qualities. You can expect a lot of over-the-top screaming, ridiculous faces, and loud noises from the comedian. Now these are things Hart is known for doing. Here though you can tell they are a little too forced for the sake of really exciting such a huge audience. This only affects about the first half or so. As the show goes on Hart gets a little more comfortable, tones down the theatrics (almost the whole show is backed up by overly intrusive special effects taking place on three huge screens behind Hart that usually feel unnecessary), brings out his best stories and jokes, and delivers them in the way that made this well-loved comedian so well-loved in the first place. That's when the laughs really start coming.

So aside from some early indulgences and overly try-hard attempts to entertain, "What Now?" is another winner for the stand-up comedian. Not all of the jokes are among his best material, but when all is said and done the man is still very funny. So for Kevin Hart fans this is a no-brainer. However, if you've never really enjoyed his material this won't change your mind. Of course, as Hart proves here it doesn't really need to. He's doing perfectly fine without you.… Expand

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shadowguy654Oct 14, 2016

Awesome movie.It deserved 92% on rotten tomatoes and 89% on metacritic.This movie is funny and awesome.If you hate this movie than you don't have a life.So I give this movie a 10/10

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LeZeeNov 29, 2017

Agent 0054 in mission Philadelphia!

I have not seen Kevin's previous stand-up concerts, so I was not expecting it to be good or bad. It was a mix of cinematic, particularly in the opening and the end part, but the majority of the midsectionAgent 0054 in mission Philadelphia!

I have not seen Kevin's previous stand-up concerts, so I was not expecting it to be good or bad. It was a mix of cinematic, particularly in the opening and the end part, but the majority of the midsection is all about his stage performance. He posed like a secret agent named agent 0054, working in an important mission. So in the meantime, he takes the stage in Philadelphia and made gathered his fans laugh.

Some jokes were good, but some were not. Overall, a nice show. It was for Kevin, otherwise, would have been a below average show. The film posters are parodies of 'The Dark Knight', 'World War Z' and 'Skyfall'. The opening credit too was a spoof of James Bond films. Nice effort to enchant the whole show. The Halle Berry's guest appearance was okay. I think worth watching it one time. Only for Kevin.

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RalfbergsJan 24, 2017

I don't know, even giving it a 5 feels a bit generous. I do enjoy Kevin Hart's comedy and was really excited about this standup. I liked the beginning and ending with the actual actors and all that, that was quite funny and well written. ButI don't know, even giving it a 5 feels a bit generous. I do enjoy Kevin Hart's comedy and was really excited about this standup. I liked the beginning and ending with the actual actors and all that, that was quite funny and well written. But the actual standup - for me it involved too much over the top exaggerations. I would say maybe it was not for me - but I really did enjoy his previous standups, so not sure. Anyway, it's not bad, I just expecting something more than average.… Expand

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