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Edward9630Jul 23, 2011

Paul is a very good film. Im a big fan of Simon Pegg and Nick Frost acting in films and this is another great film with the two actors in it. There are alot of funny scenes in the film and the story is enjoyable to watch. My only problem withPaul is a very good film. Im a big fan of Simon Pegg and Nick Frost acting in films and this is another great film with the two actors in it. There are alot of funny scenes in the film and the story is enjoyable to watch. My only problem with the film is some scenes in my opinion are just stupid overall. I would give this a high matinee!… Expand

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electricshadowMay 8, 2011

I can't really add anything that hasn't already been said. Other than to say it's a pretty damn good film. Plenty of great jokes outside those of the trailer. Without the director of Shaun and Hot Fuzz on board, the only loss I could seeI can't really add anything that hasn't already been said. Other than to say it's a pretty damn good film. Plenty of great jokes outside those of the trailer. Without the director of Shaun and Hot Fuzz on board, the only loss I could see was lack of a definite visual style but honestly, it didn't stop the laughs coming. Biggest complaint I had was Simon Pegg's Moustache! It hid his top lip and hence a lot of subtle looks he was giving.… Expand

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roddersj04May 11, 2011

Pegg and Frost have done it again, they've created a hilarious movie which is worth your money. Paul is the story of two friends, Graeme (Simon Pegg) and Clive (Nick Frost) who are going on a tour across america, from Comic-Con to all overPegg and Frost have done it again, they've created a hilarious movie which is worth your money. Paul is the story of two friends, Graeme (Simon Pegg) and Clive (Nick Frost) who are going on a tour across america, from Comic-Con to all over america's alien hotspots. Along the way, they come across an alien named Paul (voiced by Seth Rogen) Let me get this out of the way: Just because the two main characters are "nerds" doesn't mean anyone who isn't one will be alienated. The jokes are crude, often come flying fast and there's enough within this movie so everyone will be entertained, including car chases, romance subplots, star wars (amongst other films) references and explosions. The jokes can often be crude, yes, but there's no doubt about how many laughs inhabit each joke: they're full of them. From probing gags to tri-titted aliens, this film is certainly a barrel full of laughs (there are better jokes, but its hard to speak of them without spoiling parts of the movie). There are a few jokes where you just have to give yourself a second to process what the character just said, and when you have processed what they just said, trust me, you'll be laughing. This film proudly bears its inspirations, by homaging some films which, trust me, once you hear them, you'll get the homage. The best homage? Listen to the background music when the characters enter the redneck bar, you'll see. Also, once Sigourney Weaver makes her on screen appearance, wait for a certain line to be referenced. I can't talk about this movie without mentioning the films title character: Paul. Seth Rogens voice doesn't bother me in any way, in fact, his voice seems perfectly suited for the CGI character, who does not stick out like a sorethumb like certain cgi-characters *cough*ScoobyDoo*cough* In fact, all of the characters are quite well done characters, none feeling like merely one dimensional characters, whether its Jane Lynch's alien enthusiast waitress, or David Koenchers redneck who severly dislikes the title characters, they also manage to pull of some brilliant laughs. A great deal of the laughs have to come from the Goverment agents, played by Bill Hader and Lo Trugillo. The duo give us some big laughs, whether its about 'Spacemans balls', searching the main characters RV or within a comic book store, you can expect big laughs from these two. Paul manages to go in a direction that i'm glad it touched upon, the creationism VS evolution debate. With Paul suddenly here, it fuels the debate (not through the whole movie though) and ponders the idea of what to do when you're beliefs have been shattered. So basically, Paul is a film filled with non-stop laughs, a brilliant cast who could act their way out of a prison and homages that are guarranteed to leave a smile on your face. Definately a contender for funniest film of the year… Expand

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BigDaddyJCApr 8, 2011

The British duo have given us some of the best comedy in recent years. The Seth Rogen reached his zenith with his performances in the TV comedy of some years ago "Freaks and Geeks" which matched him and many of the better comedy actorsThe British duo have given us some of the best comedy in recent years. The Seth Rogen reached his zenith with his performances in the TV comedy of some years ago "Freaks and Geeks" which matched him and many of the better comedy actors populating films today. Unfortunately Apto and his young charges have steadily faulted in downward trends. Rogen has played the exact same character just stoned more or less in preceding roles. Stop smoking the props stop smoking your own stash and start learning your craft these past several performances have been terrible "The Green Hornet" OUCH!… Expand

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moviechikApr 9, 2011

Awesome movie. My only complaint is the hair pieces Simon Pegg keeps wearing in his movies. He would have been just as believable as the trekkie/alien enthusiast without the bad hair. It just takes you out of the movie when you have propsAwesome movie. My only complaint is the hair pieces Simon Pegg keeps wearing in his movies. He would have been just as believable as the trekkie/alien enthusiast without the bad hair. It just takes you out of the movie when you have props that remind you that they are props. Loved the alien though and Seth Rogan did an excellent job. I can't wait to see it again.!… Expand

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FearTheKirbyApr 21, 2011

I found it to be a very chuckle worthy movie. You might not be rolling in the aisles in every scene but overall it is rather enjoyable. It might be a little geeky for some, extreme bible thumpers will despise it, stoners will laugh the mostI found it to be a very chuckle worthy movie. You might not be rolling in the aisles in every scene but overall it is rather enjoyable. It might be a little geeky for some, extreme bible thumpers will despise it, stoners will laugh the most from it. But overall I have to say not too shabby it's at least worth giving a once over, but may want to wait for it to come to DVD don't think it's worth flooring it to the theater for a $11 gouge price.… Expand

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boxenford92May 14, 2011

I saw this film twice in theaters and cracked up both times. The comedy is so clever and the action is pretty decent for a comedy film. Seth Rogen nailed it as Paul and was the funniest character in the film

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JesterOnCokeMay 15, 2011

This was a movie made for me. It is hilarious and fun and it reminds you of why you enjoy sci fi films with all of its little references from star wars to star trek. The only thing it was missing was edgar wright.

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kgbelliveau91May 22, 2011

Two British nerds decide that after going to ComicCon in San Diego they are going to go touring Americaâ

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txrangersfan72Mar 27, 2011

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I don't often want to see movies twice, plus I'm known for enjoying the vulgar comedy, but wrap it around a pleasant story and I'm hooked! I will be seeing this one again. Throw in the genius of Simon Pegg and Nick Frost, and it's a no-brainer. No, Paul won't win any Oscars, nor does it teach us anything new. However, it takes us on a fun journey in a race to get Paul home, all the while throwing nostalgia at the viewer, especially if the viewer grew up in the 80s. Some blatant references to Star Wars, ET, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, etc., but then some subtle ones, like the country jamboree band playing the Star Wars Cantina theme ala Western style. Jason Bateman was perfect as Agent Zoil. Lorenzo Zoil. So stupid, yet hysterical. Wonderful writing, acting and full of surprises. Paul is a MUST SEE!… Expand

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Inuit_DudeMar 19, 2011

i absolutly loved this movie and seth rogun (not sure if thats right) is perfect as paul and the movie is very good over all. i could not stop laughing the entire time and i have not laughed this hard since the hangover. the story is veryi absolutly loved this movie and seth rogun (not sure if thats right) is perfect as paul and the movie is very good over all. i could not stop laughing the entire time and i have not laughed this hard since the hangover. the story is very well done allbeit a rip off of ET but they turned it into a comedy and did a wonderful job and all the references towards the sci-fi movies almost made me feel ashamed that i actually knew what movies they came from but it was sort of a guilty pleasure. this movie is defenatly a must see and cannot be missed so when you have some time off go and buy a ticket and watch it asap. one last thing before i finish "Whoa three **** Awsome!"… Expand

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PanchaviMar 18, 2011

This was B+ movie. These 2 guys are good, but given the brilliant set up - british dudes & alien road movie in america's west - the story could have been much more gritty, unusual, eccentric, weird & inventive. you kinda get the feeling thatThis was B+ movie. These 2 guys are good, but given the brilliant set up - british dudes & alien road movie in america's west - the story could have been much more gritty, unusual, eccentric, weird & inventive. you kinda get the feeling that director Greg Mottola's great instincts as director got dulled & dumbed down to pulp by the universal's tsunami of dreary. Feels like a kid's movie with a lot of been-there-100,000-times cliche Seth Rogen riffs... like insert curse, blah blah blah, insert curse... rinse, repeat. Should have used someone unexpected like George Clooney, who could've pulled this off with a lot more quirky intelligence & wittiness (like in Mr. Fox). Movie is weighed down by Seth Rogen, who's a good actor but has way way way way way way overplayed this schtick. You kinda get the feeling that Mottola got highjacked & maybe got stuffed in the trunk while this movie went down the highway. Don't think he wrote this but if he did, it got shredded -- could have been a lot funnier and more insightful, with a lot fewer unbelievably obvious cliches that make a big deal of being obvious so that it's like kitchy obvious as "cool" obvious... but totally fails in that sense, like the evangelical thing. Aside from all that, I had like 7-10 out loud laughs, and that was well worth it. Final: funny, but nowhere near as good as the story idea makes you believe.… Expand

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2_hear_youMar 22, 2011

Feel great, laugh hard, smile big! Good fun with a lively audience, everyone bursts out laughing all at once. Must have been at least 30 times the audience seemed to laugh in cue, and very much agreed. If your feeling sad, see this now!Feel great, laugh hard, smile big! Good fun with a lively audience, everyone bursts out laughing all at once. Must have been at least 30 times the audience seemed to laugh in cue, and very much agreed. If your feeling sad, see this now! >>>> It's smart humor but still sadly manages to include some of the "homophile humor crap" we're all sick of and continually barraged with from the seemingly Pro-Homosexual Agenda Movie, Film and Television Industry.… Expand

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SanderwhoaaJul 10, 2011

This movie is one of those lighthearted British comedy's that I love, it does not take it selves to serious but still manages to be moving in some parts. The movie speaks to the nerd in all of us and pokes fun at America in an loving way.This movie is one of those lighthearted British comedy's that I love, it does not take it selves to serious but still manages to be moving in some parts. The movie speaks to the nerd in all of us and pokes fun at America in an loving way. Seth Rogan as the voice of Paul is a perfect match, while it's not the movie of the year it is absolutely worth watching and better than most new comedy's out there.… Expand

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cathychua11Mar 22, 2011

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grandpajoe6191Sep 18, 2011

Although "Paul" isn't strong in script & story as much as "Shaun of the Dead" or "Hot fuzz", the tone is humorous thanks to the friendly Pegg+Frost combo.

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Nadim_BasnaApr 2, 2011

Paul is funny, clever and very, very cheeky. Pegg and Frost have definitely delivered a great sci-fi comedy.

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SquirrelMar 22, 2011

If you are a sci-fi nerd like me you MUST see this movie. It's truly an homage to people like you and me. The Star Wars cantina music playing in the bar scene slayed me. The movie is full of clever little inuendos like that connectingIf you are a sci-fi nerd like me you MUST see this movie. It's truly an homage to people like you and me. The Star Wars cantina music playing in the bar scene slayed me. The movie is full of clever little inuendos like that connecting to famous sci-fi from the past. Seth Rogen is perfect as the alien's voice. This Pegg/Frost creation compares very favorably to the hilarious Shawn of the Dead !!!!… Expand

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WheelyMar 18, 2011

Absolutley brilliant, I have already watched it twice. Simon Pegg has created his funniest movie since Shawn of the Dead. Look out for references to famous Sci Fi films all through this movie. The music they play in the club and the radioAbsolutley brilliant, I have already watched it twice. Simon Pegg has created his funniest movie since Shawn of the Dead. Look out for references to famous Sci Fi films all through this movie. The music they play in the club and the radio comments from the FBI guys are clear tips towards the original Star Wars whilst the obvious pun at the end is hilarious.
The sub plot where the Alien opens peoples mind about religion is really well done too. If you love Sci fi and have a sense of humour then you will love this film.… Expand

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Bullet97Mar 18, 2011

I was psyched for this movie, and I was not dissapointed!!! I absolutely love this movie!! The cast is awesome, the writing is so freaking funny, and the characters are likeable and easy to root for. So overall, if you're a big sci fi geek,I was psyched for this movie, and I was not dissapointed!!! I absolutely love this movie!! The cast is awesome, the writing is so freaking funny, and the characters are likeable and easy to root for. So overall, if you're a big sci fi geek, you'll go crazy over it.… Expand

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BKLMar 25, 2011

Simon Pegg & Nick Frost did it again! Paul is brilliant yet funny. There should be more movies like this. Even Seth Rogen did great. Pegg and Frost should do more films like this one.

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soldoutactivistMar 20, 2011

"Seth Rogen is 'perfect' as Paul," primarily because you don't spend the movie watching the real Seth Rogen attempt acting. That alone garnered an extra point from me. The movie itself was ET meets Star Wars references written by people who"Seth Rogen is 'perfect' as Paul," primarily because you don't spend the movie watching the real Seth Rogen attempt acting. That alone garnered an extra point from me. The movie itself was ET meets Star Wars references written by people who smoked a lot of weed during the writing process.… Expand

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Terri44May 22, 2011

If you like Simon Pegg and science fiction this is a very good movie. If you have friends who have been to any comic or sf conventions, and if you liked Galaxy Quest, then this is a GREAT Movie.

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filmtrashreviewJun 8, 2011

Pegg and Frost lost the physical comedy that made there films so enjoyable and replaced it with foul language laughs that are better left to Will Farrell and Company. Those that love a cheesy comedy will still enjoy this overall piece of purePegg and Frost lost the physical comedy that made there films so enjoyable and replaced it with foul language laughs that are better left to Will Farrell and Company. Those that love a cheesy comedy will still enjoy this overall piece of pure silliness.… Expand

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MoviesAlexMar 26, 2011

Funniest moveie ever "3 tits"...."awesome." haha.

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yayaFeb 16, 2012

The idea of the movie was really very good and I expected a lot of fun because I love Sci Fi.
But I was very disappointed because the final product is not good at all.The movie is full of rude humor and looks like it is made for teenagersThe idea of the movie was really very good and I expected a lot of fun because I love Sci Fi.
But I was very disappointed because the final product is not good at all.The movie is full of rude humor and looks like it is made for teenagers with very immature teen jokes.
I give this movie 3 only for very smart references to famous Sci Fi movies. At least the writer has seen some quality Sci Fi earlier in his life. Pity he could not create a masterpiece himself.… Expand

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KarthXLRMar 20, 2011

It's a forgettable movie with a few memorable moments. Odds are, if you've seen the trailer, you've seen said everything the movie has to offer. Not bad, just not good either.

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BikerjamesMar 28, 2011

There are a few chuckles, but I would have enjoyed the movie more if I was 13 years old. This is the second movie in just a couple of weeks of release of each other that pays homages to other movies throughout (the other being Rango). TheThere are a few chuckles, but I would have enjoyed the movie more if I was 13 years old. This is the second movie in just a couple of weeks of release of each other that pays homages to other movies throughout (the other being Rango). The visual effects overall are well done, I just wish the humor would have been a little more sophisticated, and the movie not so predictable. For some reason, the movie reminded me a little of "Short Circuit", but the robot in that movie (Johnnie 5) was funnier and the overall writing better. I was also VERY disappointed that the trailer gave away SO many of the scenes. Nobody laughed when he ate the bird because everyone had already seen it. This is not a horrible movie by any stretch, I just wish it was funnier.… Expand

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GargoyleMar 21, 2011

This is not Pegg and Frosts best work but I did enjoy the film and I liked watching for the Sci-Fi Movie references. Their love of the genre really came across in a similar way to Shaun but it wasn't quite as funny.

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Tdi7457Mar 22, 2011

Hilarious. Just a fun, sci-fi comedy. The casting has to be spot on. Simon Pegg and Nick Frost at their funniest since Hot Fuzz. I was skeptical at first about Seth Rogen, but he held up great.

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GranpuffMar 23, 2011

Really funny! Great references to nearly every Alien movie in the past 40 years! A really nice getaway from all the world's current problems. Great Cast!

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NinaBeeApr 7, 2011

Frost and Pegg have done it again. (spoiler alert)
These two are cinematic geekdom's equivalent of mythic gods!
Best part in the whole film was Sigorney Weaver gets crushed by the UFO's door, then later they are spraying it off with aFrost and Pegg have done it again. (spoiler alert)
These two are cinematic geekdom's equivalent of mythic gods!
Best part in the whole film was Sigorney Weaver gets crushed by the UFO's door, then later they are spraying it off with a garden hose, love it. I have not sprayed soda out of my nose like that since Galaxy Quest.… Expand

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MovieGuyBrianApr 1, 2011

An intergalactic, pop-culture RV road trip through sci-fi, geekdom that, while not earth shattering, remains an energetic, clever and sweet little ode to all things not of this planet. www.brianthemovieguy.blogspot.com

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jstrickler872Apr 3, 2011

I loved this movie. It was both funny and entertaining. It had a great cast, and even though it was a comedy, it had good special effects. Paul looked real. As if he was really there. This movie shouldn't be frowned upon because of theI loved this movie. It was both funny and entertaining. It had a great cast, and even though it was a comedy, it had good special effects. Paul looked real. As if he was really there. This movie shouldn't be frowned upon because of the similarities to other movies because it's creating a whole new fun-filled comical action ride.… Expand

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norcali07Apr 9, 2011

This movie is really good. Most people somehow though it was supposed to be a kids movie, but this was defiantly not the case. I think a lot of the negativity came from the references to religion, but you should be able to laugh at yourself.

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psbrown1989Sep 29, 2011

Absolutely Hilarious! I don't understand why this movie did so bad on this site I thought it was a refreshing dirty comedy. this is Seth Rogan's best movie!

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highwiredaysMar 30, 2011

AWFUL. It was like a family film... but with cussing? I don't get who the target viewers of this movie was suppose to be, it was just boring and reminded me of something an 11 year old kid would like. I LOVE Pineapple Express and what's hisAWFUL. It was like a family film... but with cussing? I don't get who the target viewers of this movie was suppose to be, it was just boring and reminded me of something an 11 year old kid would like. I LOVE Pineapple Express and what's his face's other movies but this was just plan boring. I semi-laughed like 3 times? Maybe?

Avoid this or wait for DVD, who likes this movie? Why are people giving good marks? Really???… Expand

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ShiiraMar 25, 2011

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Deep in the recesses of an Area 51 warehouse, a CIA-employed "little green man" has none other than Steven Spielberg on the line, discussing with the filmmaker, hot on the heels of his first Indiana Jones movie, what he should film next. Seated at his regulation government desk, Paul(Seth Rogen), the driving force behind all the important scientific and sociological achievements of the past fifty years, gives Spielberg the idea for "E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial", the 1982 classic that turns out to be, not a work of fiction, but a biopic about Paul's first contact with earthlings upon his arrival from the skies beyond. Clive Gollings(Nick Frost), a British sci-fi writer on nerd holiday with his fellow Comic-Con conventioneer Graeme(Simon Pegg), had no doubt seen "E.T." as a tiny lad in some rundown London bijou, but it's the Spielberg knockoff "Mac & Me", the 1988 Stewart Raffill "commercial" that took the marketing practice of product placement to a whole other level, which inspired him down the road to write speculative fiction and sci-fi based comic books. Considering that Paul has such a prodigious grasp of the American popular culture(he takes credit for creating Fox Mulder), the savvy moviegoer would expect the hyper-urban alien to be outraged when Clive speaks of him in the same light as the "Mysterious Alien Creature", Mac for short, whose caretakers keep alive by supplying the co-opted alien with Coke after Coke after Coke. With his mouth fixed in a perpetual "O", Mac has the unintended look of a stroke victim. Hillariously, since Mac can't move his mouth, the furnished soda cans are always equipped with a straw for easy sipping, as a means to help offset the considerable limitations of the completely manual puppet. Unlike Mac who can't talk(you need facial gestures to do that), and most conspicuously, eat(ditto), Paul, on the other hand, yet another triumph of CGI technology, acts and sounds like your typical American male beset with arrested development, and in a wicked send-up of the titular character in John Carpenter's "Starman", eats what he regenerates. Paul may be a little on the crude side, but he never forgot his first love, Tara, whom the alien tried to make amends with over the intervening years through the cinematic arts. (In a bit of fun, fictive movie revisionism, Elliott was supposedly based on Tara.) Although Paul couldn't save the dog his ship landed on during that long ago crash landing, the alien brings the hound's memory back alive, so to speak, through the redemptive powers of film. In the final moments of "E.T.: The Extra Terrestrial", Elliott's dog trots up the ramp to the departing spacecraft, then thinks better of it and turns around. When Tara(Blythe Danner), the little girl who nursed Paul back to health, traverses the same sort of steps(toward Paul's ship) as that celluloidal dog, the seemingly accidental movements of a restless animal in the Spielberg film now takes on a less spontaneous appearance. Turns out the whole damn thing was scripted, a personal aside, from Paul to Tara, as an apology for taking her cherished pet away with his reckless piloting, by foregrounding the dog for a brief moment amidst the tearful goodbyes between E.T. and his humans. "E.T." is a very personal movie for Paul, thus Clive's childhood fascination with "Mac and Me"(co-starring Ronald McDonald as himself) must stick in his crawl, but he remains respectfully quiet, perhaps even, suspiciously so. That's because "Mac & Me" was his idea too. It's the only explanation. He's just too embarrassed to own up to it. At the end of the Christine Ebersole vehicle, the family of mysterious alien creatures gets sworn in as American citizens, therefore choosing Earth over returning back to their desert-like planet. Paul, who probably could have quit his bureaucratic job anytime he wanted to, decides that he prefers his adopted home, as well. These two movies: "E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial" and "Mac & Me", reflect the breadth of Paul's earthly experiences; starting off as a stranger in a strange land and ending with a successful transition into fruitful assimilation.… Expand

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TVJerryMar 23, 2011

Simon Pegg and Nick Frost play British scifi nerds who travel to our UFO landmarks and happen upon a real-life alien (voiced by Seth Rogen). Their innocent adventure turns into a desperate chase, which includes men in black, a few insiderSimon Pegg and Nick Frost play British scifi nerds who travel to our UFO landmarks and happen upon a real-life alien (voiced by Seth Rogen). Their innocent adventure turns into a desperate chase, which includes men in black, a few insider cameos and lots of classic genre references. While the spirit is good-natured and the pacing never lags, the genuine laughs are too spread out. The movie is fun, just not that funny.… Expand

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scrieciuMar 20, 2011

It's not one of those stupid, dumb comedies with no plot. In this movie, the storyline made sense, even the character Paul had a background story. I'm pointing this out because most of today's comedies are shallow. '' Paul '' wasIt's not one of those stupid, dumb comedies with no plot. In this movie, the storyline made sense, even the character Paul had a background story. I'm pointing this out because most of today's comedies are shallow. '' Paul '' was entertaining, fun, rude and offensive movie. After '' Hot fuzz '' , Simon Pegg and Nick Frost had finally delivered another cool comedy.… Expand

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papajon555Mar 22, 2011

this movie was funny.I GUARANTE that you will laugh while watching this movie. If you watched Hot Fuzz or Shaun of the Dead or another Pegg and Frost movie you will notice that this movie has a different feeling to it but,it was still anthis movie was funny.I GUARANTE that you will laugh while watching this movie. If you watched Hot Fuzz or Shaun of the Dead or another Pegg and Frost movie you will notice that this movie has a different feeling to it but,it was still an great movie.… Expand

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PepperMar 20, 2011

If you are a fan of the duo of Frost and Pegg's other movies (such as "Shaun of the Dead") and a fan of the sci-fi genre, I would highly recommend checking out this film. While the humor does leave a bit to be desired, the film itself is putIf you are a fan of the duo of Frost and Pegg's other movies (such as "Shaun of the Dead") and a fan of the sci-fi genre, I would highly recommend checking out this film. While the humor does leave a bit to be desired, the film itself is put together very well and employs a cast of actors that play their parts convincingly. The subtle references to other films in the scii-fi genre are more than enough to make this film watchable. That being said, this film is definitely aimed at a specific group of viewer and, if you belong to the group, you will find it to be a rewarding experience. If you do not, you will likely walk away from the film less than pleased.… Expand

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JimmyMcVMar 22, 2011

It seemed like this was the guideline when Pegg/Frost penned PAUL - When in dire need of a laugh, do one of the following:

1) Have a character drop the F-bomb or equivalent. 2) Have a character faint. 3) Make a homophobic comment or dwellIt seemed like this was the guideline when Pegg/Frost penned PAUL - When in dire need of a laugh, do one of the following:

1) Have a character drop the F-bomb or equivalent.
2) Have a character faint. 3) Make a homophobic comment or dwell on the subject. Overall, a lazily written comedy.
Maybe the problem was we needed more action, more *surprising* action: SHAUN OF THE DEAD and HOT FUZZ had plenty of that. Not enough crazy action and, more importantly, not enough Surprises = lame comedy.… Expand

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Btonks1Mar 26, 2011

I found the acting, for a start, to be acceptable, with some cases being quite memorable (Jason Bateman, Kirsten Wigg) If you enjoy good acting, a film worth a watch. However, it falls very very flat on the script, with poor, recycled andI found the acting, for a start, to be acceptable, with some cases being quite memorable (Jason Bateman, Kirsten Wigg) If you enjoy good acting, a film worth a watch. However, it falls very very flat on the script, with poor, recycled and lack luster jokes. This film just has none of the strength of Hot Fuzz or the creativity of Shaun Of The Dead.… Expand

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cosmotosisApr 11, 2011

Virtually plot-less, Paul plods along, constantly introducing character after lifeless character. Each scene is punctuated by a poorly-constructed gay joke, and the disembodiment of Seth Rogen's voice is truly unsettling.

The film, after theVirtually plot-less, Paul plods along, constantly introducing character after lifeless character. Each scene is punctuated by a poorly-constructed gay joke, and the disembodiment of Seth Rogen's voice is truly unsettling.

The film, after the opening scene of Paul's ship landing on a dog, begins with an upbeat musical montage of the main characters, forcing a familiarity of them upon the audience. They then *somehow* acquire an RV, (which they drive as if it were a Honda Civic) in a pursuit of spotting UFOs via a cross-country road trip. Now, add Paul, a gray alien who has escaped the government's clutches,. He makes a rather predictable and unintelligent introduction to our main characters. If Paul is not propaganda to make us believe that the extraterrestrial lifeforms of our universe have the personality and intelligence of any beer-bonging college human "brah", then I don't know what it is.

From there, the characters' overly-apparent awkward social graces make enemies with everyone they meet. Before long, they have a transcontinental train of gun-toting antagonists following behind them, from homophobic hillbilly redneck hunters, to the FBI. It is unclear what anyone's goal is in this movie - antagonists, protagonists, script writers, producers... what is going on?

When the investigators set up a road bock, the scene cuts directly from the officers waving traffic to the side of the road, to their RV immediately being searched, encouraging us to allow our rights to be illegally violated. I digress.

Paul finally leaves Earth by signaling his alien brethren to pick him up with... fireworks. This works not only immediately, but also very well, because fireworks haven't been fired anywhere on Earth, at any time in the past 70 years. Plot hole after plot hole, the writers abandon a potential script of substance for a cinematic faux-pas, intentionally created to condition humans to the existence of aliens, which Paul, actually points out at one part in the movie.

As for the supposedly spectacular sci-fi references, they were too few to quantify. A pathetic excuse for a sci-fi friendly film; a pathetic excuse for a film, period. 104 minutes of my life I will never get back. Imagine what else could have been done with their $40,000,000 budget...… Expand

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davidlskeenMar 18, 2011

Boring and predictable. I can't believe that Pegg and Frost went from "Shaun" and "Hot Fuzz" to create this dreck. The attempts at humor were pathetic. There were some passable references to sci-fi classics, but overall this movie is notBoring and predictable. I can't believe that Pegg and Frost went from "Shaun" and "Hot Fuzz" to create this dreck. The attempts at humor were pathetic. There were some passable references to sci-fi classics, but overall this movie is not worth your time or money.… Expand

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tingleApr 3, 2011

THank god I pirated this movie. Because otherwise I would have walked out and lost $10 at the theater and someone might have seen me watching this crap. The jokes are lame, the characters are unbelievably stupid and not in a funny way but inTHank god I pirated this movie. Because otherwise I would have walked out and lost $10 at the theater and someone might have seen me watching this crap. The jokes are lame, the characters are unbelievably stupid and not in a funny way but in a you feel bad for the writer who is trying to appear smart and failing like watching bones or the ghost whisperer. I thought this would be funny but if you saw the preview you've already seen the best jokes. harvesting farts not eating a dead bird would have been better as a short rather then an hour and a half of filler and a recycled 3 boobs joke from total recall over and over again. the Christian trailer trash, the English nerd, the stupid alien couldn't be less funny. Seriously this is worse then sucker punch.… Expand

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insert_hereMar 25, 2011

An unbelievably bad movie. There was nothing good about this moronic tripe. I'm giving it one for the 1 laugh i had. I doubt even teenagers would like this piece of crap.

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DarkCriticMar 25, 2011

I like watching Paul and it's a decent comedy. Although, it's not as good as Shaun of Dead and Hot Fuzz like everyone else said. But, Simon Pegg and Nick Frost are so cool and they actually pretty good job on their role and that CG alien is aI like watching Paul and it's a decent comedy. Although, it's not as good as Shaun of Dead and Hot Fuzz like everyone else said. But, Simon Pegg and Nick Frost are so cool and they actually pretty good job on their role and that CG alien is a wise crack-in hilarious. Cool movie and it's pretty fun alien road trip flick.… Expand

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Forrestgump1Apr 30, 2011

"Funny , tho not what i was expecting. Paul has its laugh out loud moments. But i felt like i needed more , when its funny its funny. But this intergalactic comedy needed more flare and R - Rated humor. Paul is spaced about between funny and"Funny , tho not what i was expecting. Paul has its laugh out loud moments. But i felt like i needed more , when its funny its funny. But this intergalactic comedy needed more flare and R - Rated humor. Paul is spaced about between funny and stupid" .. B-… Expand

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QuintexTheGreatApr 14, 2011

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I went into Paul with the highest of expectations being a huge fan of Nick Frost and Simon Peggâ

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TheGorillaAug 7, 2011

I like this movie. It's a good comedy, but i have seen better ones, and worse ones too. It's worth checking it out.

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MrsBearApr 4, 2011

It is good to have some sci-fi background before watching this movie! There are references galore to Star Trek and Star Wars, among others. I do not know either well, but still thought this movie was funny. Not amazingly hilarious, andIt is good to have some sci-fi background before watching this movie! There are references galore to Star Trek and Star Wars, among others. I do not know either well, but still thought this movie was funny. Not amazingly hilarious, and probably the most predictable movie you'll ever find, but fun for sure.… Expand

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BearDownApr 12, 2011

I think you have to be a fan of the Shaun of the Dead cult to enjoy this movie. I didn't hate the film but it was almost borderline terrible. The kudos have to go to Kristen Wiig. This woman is a very funny comedian. Pretty muchI think you have to be a fan of the Shaun of the Dead cult to enjoy this movie. I didn't hate the film but it was almost borderline terrible. The kudos have to go to Kristen Wiig. This woman is a very funny comedian. Pretty much everything that she does in the film is laughable. Seth Rogan also lends his voice to the alien which helps the case for the movie not totally bombing. Rent it and save some money.… Expand

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FruncriticApr 23, 2011

This movie wasn't without its moments and it will definitely keep you chuckling the whole way though, however, despite that, its not a very "good movie." The plot is terrible, the pacing is terrible, and unlike some other recent movies (likeThis movie wasn't without its moments and it will definitely keep you chuckling the whole way though, however, despite that, its not a very "good movie." The plot is terrible, the pacing is terrible, and unlike some other recent movies (like your highness) it wasn't anywhere near funny enough to carry it through its bad story. If you see this movie once, you'll be fine, if you ever watch it more than that...well i'm sorry.… Expand

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LeGuruApr 18, 2011

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie is not as bad as I expected. I expected it to be really stupid and to pull in a lot of cheap laughs. But honestly, there weren't that many laughs. The movie was not that funny. I mean, what was good about the movie isn't the humor, but the story and adventure. However, this is supposed to be a comedy movie, But it's better that there weren't any stupid laughs than had there been. It was not a very Seth Rogen-like film thank God. I'm not a Seth Rogen, I was expecting some pretty stupid stuff. It was kind of uncomfortable, there were kind of shots at religion, and it sort of made religious people seem stupid, and that hurt a lot, I am a Christian, now that doesn't really affect my views, but it could very well be taken offensive, and it got really uncomfortable. I didn't really take it seriously, and you really can't be a hard core religious nut to like it. The movie gets a 5 because the humor wasn't really there, and the constant religious strikes were not necessary. You could've easily cut it out of the movie, and it would've been a much more solid showing. But otherwise, I think Simon Pegg and Nick Frost did a great job in it, they were very good in it. The gay jokes get a little old, but it's abandoned luckily half-way through the movie.… Expand

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BazahApr 23, 2011

This movie is definitely a wait for DVD. How anyone can compare this hunk of rubbish to hot fuzz astounds me?! The dialogue is pitiful, and the movie never really knew what type it was. It goes between comedy, to romance, to tear-jerker,This movie is definitely a wait for DVD. How anyone can compare this hunk of rubbish to hot fuzz astounds me?! The dialogue is pitiful, and the movie never really knew what type it was. It goes between comedy, to romance, to tear-jerker, to political. I don't mind the ole bag on religion jokes, but they seemed to forget people came to watch a comedy. I didn't pay 15 bucks so I could have Simon Pegg's personal views about religion pushed down my throat. Noone with an I.Q. above 50 would think that a comedy, whose main material was a swearing Christian is worthy of any real recognition.… Expand

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AlienLIfeFormApr 28, 2011

I'm a Pegg & Frost fan - they worked together brilliantly in Shaun and Hot Fuzz. This movie had the potential to be another cult follower, but sadly, Hollywood marketed the guts out of it and ALL the good stuff was in the trailers! DearI'm a Pegg & Frost fan - they worked together brilliantly in Shaun and Hot Fuzz. This movie had the potential to be another cult follower, but sadly, Hollywood marketed the guts out of it and ALL the good stuff was in the trailers! Dear Hollywood, when you fill trailers with spoilers and entice fans to spend on anti-climax, you self-defeating morons treat us like dumb aliens. Having said this, I watched a cam version and didn't waste my money on going to the movies (ha ha ha). I'm also a SF and a comedy fan, so if the movie had been as good as anticipated I probably would have paid to have seen it a number of times - so, Hollywood, you get what you deserve!!!… Expand

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CastleFoxSep 3, 2011

A HUGE disappointment. I was so excited to see this movie that I paid $20 dollars for the DVD having never seen the movie (Should have red boxed it for a $1 dollar.) I feel ripped off and now can't even sell the DVD on Ebay.

This movie hadA HUGE disappointment. I was so excited to see this movie that I paid $20 dollars for the DVD having never seen the movie (Should have red boxed it for a $1 dollar.) I feel ripped off and now can't even sell the DVD on Ebay.

This movie had such potential with the budget and cast of characters but it fell on it's face HARD.

The storyline was very poor, the writing was worse, the jokes were nonexistent, and the entire movie felt like someone sat down one evening with a beer and some weed and wrote out a really lazy concept with an obvious anti-Christian and anti-Creation agenda. The trailer is actually the best part of the movie, and aside from 2 or 3 funny one liners, this movie is a HUGE waist of money, talent and resources. It's just lazy and disappointing all around. If you want to see it, get it from a $1 dollar rental box first. As for me, if I can't sell the DVD on Ebay, I'll BURN IT.… Expand

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shimano6000Sep 15, 2011

This is such a disappointing movie. It could have been great if they had recognised they could have been funny, even hilarious, without needing so much language. There are so many funny people in this movie, and they have missed out on aThis is such a disappointing movie. It could have been great if they had recognised they could have been funny, even hilarious, without needing so much language. There are so many funny people in this movie, and they have missed out on a great opportunity for a wider family audience. The references to other movies is great, but will be missed by the people who never end up seeing this movie. Sad when you finish watching a movie that should be funny and instead end up feeling dirty and mucky! If you are not offended by language you will love this movie.… Expand

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MegWhiteleyFeb 28, 2012

I hate this movie, I don't understand what is the reason that the people watch this thing, the alien is really terrible, and the cast, only Wiig and Lynch have a great performance, but the rest is terrible. Paul have bad jokes, a goodI hate this movie, I don't understand what is the reason that the people watch this thing, the alien is really terrible, and the cast, only Wiig and Lynch have a great performance, but the rest is terrible. Paul have bad jokes, a good situation but have much mistakes.… Expand

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cameronmorewoodNov 7, 2012

Seth's alien and the movie are funny for about five minutes and then we begin to figure out nothing is happening and we have to suffer through another ninety minutes of this monotonous swill.

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Jim222001Mar 12, 2017

Rogen has brought some animated or CGI characters alive without just coming off as...Seth Rogen. Paul however, he doesn't try too hard to make anything more than a alien version of himself. Since he even smokes weed.
Simon Pegg, Nick FrostRogen has brought some animated or CGI characters alive without just coming off as...Seth Rogen. Paul however, he doesn't try too hard to make anything more than a alien version of himself. Since he even smokes weed.
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MovieManiac83Apr 24, 2015

Paul is arguably the best science fiction comedy since Galaxy Quest. Despite being humorous in its outlook and providing numerous "Easter eggs" to fans of Star Wars, Aliens, Close Encounters, and E.T. (amongst others), this isn't a parody.Paul is arguably the best science fiction comedy since Galaxy Quest. Despite being humorous in its outlook and providing numerous "Easter eggs" to fans of Star Wars, Aliens, Close Encounters, and E.T. (amongst others), this isn't a parody. Outside the occasional, affectionate jabs at science fiction fans and comic con attendees, Paul avoids taking the satirical approach. Instead, it's a road trip and a buddy movie, albeit one in which a participant happens to be an alien.

There is little question that Pegg and Frost, who wrote the screenplay, are more than closet science fiction fans. Lines from Star Wars and Aliens show up in the script (with the Aliens one brilliantly incorporated). References to other science fiction staples abound, with The X-Files, Star Trek, and E.T. warranting mention and a very big nod being given to Close Encounters of the Third Kind. In fact, Steven Spielberg was so tickled by the story that he leant his vocal talents to a scene. (That is actually Spielberg's voice, not an impersonator's.) It's a little surprising the Star Trek elements are on the light side, considering that Pegg is now playing Scotty.

Despite taking place in the United States and being directed by an American, the humor is very British, as is fitting for a Pegg/Frost screenplay. There are amusing sequences, but few will result in uncontrolled bursts of laughter. It's not that kind of movie. Paul wants its viewers to experience an enjoyable two hours and laugh from time-to-time, but the film's goal isn't to pummel the audience with joke after joke. It has a story to tell.

An argument can be made that Seth Rogan is overexposed, but he's a good choice for the voice of Paul. Heard, but not seen, he is effective. A digital creation inspired by the popular "Roswell alien" images (which were also the models for Spielberg's extraterrestrials in Close Encounters), Paul is realistically rendered and fits in so seamlessly that it's easy to forget he isn't flesh-and-blood. Pegg and Frost play the kind of characters they have become associated with: awkward, socially inept guys who are more intimidated by women than by aliens. SNL veterans Kristin Wiig and Bill Hader, who appeared in director Greg Mottola's previous venture, Adventureland, verge on going too far over the top for the tone established by the rest of the cast. Sigourney Weaver represents a casting coup, if only for two memorable moments.

Despite the science fiction trappings, the odd appearance of the alien, and a few ridiculous action sequences, Paul is really little more than an old fashioned mismatched buddy film, complete with a sentimental conclusion. The narrative incorporates elements of a road trip movie and a romantic comedy but, more than anything, it flourishes because of the unconventional relationship among Graeme, Clive, and Paul.

In the past, Pegg has done his best work when paired with Edgar Wright. Here, without Wright's participation but with the help of Frost and Mottola, he has crafted something every bit as good as either Shaun of the Dead or Hot Fuzz. It's not as funny but it has more heart and replaces caricatures with something a little more three-dimensional. Lovers of pop science fiction (as opposed to the hard-core stuff) will derive more from Paul than generic movie goers, but it's a pleasant enough diversion for everyone. Even the profanity isn't that bad - just salty enough to earn the "R" rating - otherwise the movie is comprised of strictly PG-13 content. The special effects budget is on the high side but those effects serve the story rather than the other way around, and Paul is all the better for it.… Expand

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RobwinzAug 7, 2020

Paul is honestly a masterpiece and a half. The movie's got a brilliant plot, it's pretty much about these two UK comic book nerds, who are called Graeme (Simon Pegg) and Clive (Nick Frost) and they're both taking a road trip to Area 51,Paul is honestly a masterpiece and a half. The movie's got a brilliant plot, it's pretty much about these two UK comic book nerds, who are called Graeme (Simon Pegg) and Clive (Nick Frost) and they're both taking a road trip to Area 51, that's when they meet an Alien called Paul (Seth Rogen).

We later get introduced to the villains throughout this movie, who are these federal agents who are wanting to capture Paul.

So, the two comic book nerds have got to find a way to get Paul back to his spaceship before it's too late.

The actors/actress are all brilliant throughout this movie and they're all really good with their dialogue throughout this movie, non of their dialogue feels forced in any sort of way, it all sounds natural and it's really good.

Also, the comedy throughout this movie works very well and it didn't fail in any sort of way, which I thought was very good.

The movie's cinematographer Lawrence Sher does an amazing job with the cinematography for this movie. He captures the moments very well, especially the action sequences.

Finally, the pacing for this movie is actually pretty good and it doesn't feel too fast or too slow, it honestly works very well on building up to certain moments throughout this movie.

The movie's even got a great soundtrack with many great songs from some really good musical artists, such as Bill Withers, Marvin Gaye, Electric Light Orchestra and many more.

Overall, Paul is honestly an amazing Sc-Fi/Comedy movie. It's got a brilliant plot, brilliant cast, very good dialogue, lots of funny moments, a great soundtrack, some great pacing and some amazing cinematography.

I'd honestly recommend Paul to anyone who's a big nerd, who enjoys geeky movie's like me and who's after a good laugh, it's worth the watch.… Expand

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dijavantewowAug 23, 2011

Not as good as Shaun of the Dead or Hot Fuzz, but still funny as hell. It's worth watching over and over, and these guys need to keep making movies together.