Men & Chicken

Name: Men & Chicken
Genre: Sci-Fi, Drama, Mystery, Comedy
Released: April 22, 2016
Duration: 104 min
Rating: 64

2016

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Drafthouse Films | Release Date: April 22, 2016 | Not Rated

Summary: A pair of socially-challenged siblings (Mads Mikkelsen and David Dencik) discover they are adopted half-brothers in their late father's videotaped will. Their journey in search of their true father takes them to the small, insular Danish island of Ork, where they stumble upon three additional half-brothers-each also sporting hereditaryA pair of socially-challenged siblings (Mads Mikkelsen and David Dencik) discover they are adopted half-brothers in their late father's videotaped will. Their journey in search of their true father takes them to the small, insular Danish island of Ork, where they stumble upon three additional half-brothers-each also sporting hereditary harelips and lunatic tendencies-living in a dilapidated mansion overrun by barn animals. Initially unwelcome by their newfound kin, the two visitors stubbornly wear them down until they're reluctantly invited to stay. As the misfit bunch get to know each other, they unwittingly uncover a deep family secret that ultimately binds them together. [Drafthouse Films]
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Director: Anders Thomas Jensen

Genre(s): Sci-Fi, Drama, Mystery, Comedy

Rating: Not Rated

Runtime: 104 min

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Nathalie Atkinson

May 19, 2016

It’s a twisted existential grotesque that wrings thought-provoking pathos and even affection for the lunatics running the menagerie, no mean feat. Read full review

Empire David Parkinson

Jul 18, 2016

Hilarious in places, hideous in others, this struggles to make its philosophical case. But the performances are exceptional and the conceit could not be more daring or distinctive. Read full review

Josh Kupecki

Apr 27, 2016

Combining elements of slapstick, horror, and psychodrama (not to mention Darwinism, bestiality, and harelips), Men & Chicken is a film – nay, a world – into which you just dive, and unlike most of the stuff out there, from one moment to the next, you have no idea what is going to happen. It is a black comedy that nimbly switches tones so often it can feel like whiplash. Read full review

Ty Burr

May 5, 2016

As visually overstuffed as a hoarder’s apartment, the movie improves as it goes. Read full review

Ben Nicholson

Jul 14, 2016

There is meaning beneath the madness, but Men & Chicken is best recommended to those who are prepared to sit through the deeply sinister absurdity. Read full review

Bill Goodykoontz

May 12, 2016

Jensen has a real gift for comedic editing, knowing just how long to play out a bit and when to move on. And Mikkelsen goes all in with his performance (as does everyone else). Read full review

Mike D'Angelo

Apr 21, 2016

The film is grotesque and bizarre without ever really being funny, and while the sight of Mikkelsen as a nebbishy loser is initially bracing, the novelty wears off fast, leaving little else. Read full review

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pangipingu

Dec 31, 2022

Anders Thomas Jensen is officially my new favorite director. With "Men & Chicken" being only the third title of his that I have watched so far, it is safe to say that no other filmmaker has quite enthralled me with their earnestly comedic take on life.
Can't wait to go over all of hisAnders Thomas Jensen is officially my new favorite director. With "Men & Chicken" being only the third title of his that I have watched so far, it is safe to say that no other filmmaker has quite enthralled me with their earnestly comedic take on life.
Can't wait to go over all of his filmography featuring the usual collaborators that include the brilliant Mads Mikkelsen.
PS: Danes have the best sense of humor. Change my mind!… Expand

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BITESCREEN

Jun 22, 2017

Schon seine tiefschwarze Erfolgskomödie Adams Äpfel überschritt vergnügt so manche moralische Grenze – Anders Thomas Jensens Men & Chicken jedoch erreicht South Park-Niveau: Die dezent debilen Brüder Gabriel (David Dencik) und Elias (Mads Mikkelsen) erfahren über ein Video des verstorbenenSchon seine tiefschwarze Erfolgskomödie Adams Äpfel überschritt vergnügt so manche moralische Grenze – Anders Thomas Jensens Men & Chicken jedoch erreicht South Park-Niveau: Die dezent debilen Brüder Gabriel (David Dencik) und Elias (Mads Mikkelsen) erfahren über ein Video des verstorbenen Vaters schockierendes: Papa war nicht wirklich Papa – und drei weitere Brüder leben auf der ausgestorbenen Insel Ork. So verschlägt es das ekelig würgende und dauermasturbierende Geschwisterpaar auf der Suche nach der Vergangenheit ins tiefste Hillbillyhausen – wo hasenschartige Männer noch in einem Bett schlafen, sich mit ausgestopften Tieren verprügeln und finstere Geheimnisse im Keller lauern. Streckenweise zwar etwas übertrieben und allzu gewollt, feiert Men & Chicken ein Fest des Skurrilen, fernab gängiger Gags oder guten Geschmacks. Überraschenderweise ist der dänische Skandalfilm dabei genauso Gaga-Komödie wie unangenehmer Redneck-Horror – und Platz für etwas Tiefe ist auch noch.… Expand

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horrorliefheb

Apr 24, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. -Men & Chicken (Danish: Mænd og Høns) is a 2015 Danish comedy film directed by Anders Thomas Jensen. It was shown in the Vanguard section of the 2015 Toronto International Film Festival. It was one of three films shortlisted by Denmark to be their submission for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film at the 88th Academy Awards.

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-Two brothers (Gabriel and Elias), who are informed at their father's deathbed that they both are adopted, discover that their biological father is Evelio Thanatos, a geneticist specialized in stem cell research. To find out about their mother and to meet their biological father the brothers go to the Island of Ork where they find out that they have three other half-brothers (Franz, Josef and Gregor). Both Gabriel and Elias are welcomed with a beating but later the brothers get along…………..… Expand

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LeZee

Dec 4, 2016

Two brothers and their quest to find the truth.

A strange Danish film. It was a lot like the Danish version of 'The Addams Family'. Written and directed by a screenwriter for the notable films in different languages. This is the story of two brothers who embark a journey to a remote islandTwo brothers and their quest to find the truth.

A strange Danish film. It was a lot like the Danish version of 'The Addams Family'. Written and directed by a screenwriter for the notable films in different languages. This is the story of two brothers who embark a journey to a remote island after their father died. Because they learn they were adopted, so they go to look for their biological parents. They end up in a strange house with the strange people, but realise how they are related to each other. So the remaining part focused on the mysteries surrounding the house. When those things come out, the narration reaches its peak and brings the end.

I think the title should have been 'Men & Animals'. If you watch the film you will know the reason, particularly after the final twist. As I had observed, many people liked it, but to me it was average. The idea seems very good, but the style was missing. Too ordinary presentation. If the approach was atypical like I said 'The Addams Family', it would have gained more popularity internationally.

The actors were good, shoot in the good places. Among all, Nikolaj was the familiar face. This is not your usual film, yet not for everyone. Maybe if you know the language, you might enjoy it better. The subtitle translated comedies are not that effective. Feels like I want to like it, since it was tagged as a comedy I did not get many laughs. So I won't stop you if you want to try it, but only tell you to be careful while choosing it, regarding what you are expecting from it.

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