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JesseDillingerApr 25, 2023

Sure making fun of Kim Jong Un is funny, but that's literally the whole joke of this movie. Not my taste.

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CoreGamer1408Jul 2, 2020

I get why this went straight to small screen. I dipped out before they even got to NK. I have actually liked these two actors in other stuff, but this crap nah. Edit: I finally got through this movie in stages. Dropping the 4/10 to 2/20. WasI get why this went straight to small screen. I dipped out before they even got to NK. I have actually liked these two actors in other stuff, but this crap nah. Edit: I finally got through this movie in stages. Dropping the 4/10 to 2/20. Was this a money laundering scam or something?… Expand

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SavageJimJul 30, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great movie, funny all around, and a great twist for the ending. A lot of snowflakes may not like it and I couldn't care less about that. Enjoy this movie while u still can.… Expand

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JJ2FAS4UJan 22, 2022

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geewahJan 12, 2021

Has some real funny moments but they come few and far between. Would of benefited from a tighter script and shorter run time.

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Game-HoggerAug 14, 2020

This movie wasn't afraid to touch on the topics of North Korea and beautifully work them into a narrative which never fails to deliver in the aspect of entertainment and humour.

The characters are really what push the movie here. Seth RoganThis movie wasn't afraid to touch on the topics of North Korea and beautifully work them into a narrative which never fails to deliver in the aspect of entertainment and humour.

The characters are really what push the movie here. Seth Rogan and James Franco are a funny duo that shine the most when they're on screen together, Diana Bang makes Sook a loveable character and Randall Park succeeded in adding character and life to a real life person who is said to lack both

This was an enjoying watch and the jokes always tended to deliver and were never overshadowed by the action that was going on or the plot. I like when films tend to break the modern "taboos" placed down by society and create a piece of art that's unique, true to the creators vision and memorable and the interview has become one of my favourite comedy movies for doing so… Expand

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RalfbergsDec 12, 2019

I thought it was funny and good popcorn movie, nothing much more. But overall good for passing time and having some laughs.

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NoahboySep 5, 2019

Some mediocre sound editing and some jokes that go on for too long can be completely forgiven by the amount of effort that went into the visual gags, the score, some of the directing, the acting, the production design, and especially theSome mediocre sound editing and some jokes that go on for too long can be completely forgiven by the amount of effort that went into the visual gags, the score, some of the directing, the acting, the production design, and especially the cinematography. 8.5/10… Expand

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KpkpJan 25, 2019

An opportunity to give a commanding speech - ala Chaplin in “The Great Dictator” - was served on a platter for Franco when he turns on Kim. That would’ve pushed the film into American film history. Alas they chose to go a different direction.

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Compi24Dec 20, 2018

Not a particularly strong outing for the fellas over at Point Grey (i.e. Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, James Franco, etc.), "The Interview" is an undoubtedly sloppy effort on a number of fronts. Comedically speaking, it's average, offering upNot a particularly strong outing for the fellas over at Point Grey (i.e. Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, James Franco, etc.), "The Interview" is an undoubtedly sloppy effort on a number of fronts. Comedically speaking, it's average, offering up some intermittent laughs here and there, but no genuine gut-busters. As a piece of political or journalistic commentary, it's scattershot at best, with most of its thematic content posing more questions than answers in the heads of the audience members. However, I can't say it wasn't worth at least one watch. The premise alone is worth the price of admission. And regardless of whether or not it ultimately excelled at delivering on that possibilities of that premise, I'm -- at the very least -- glad I finally got around to watching it.… Expand

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kobler11May 11, 2018

its a good film not all jokes are for everyone this film was real fun for me i will watch it again and again over the years until i die

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JPKMar 24, 2018

A Comedy That Took A Huge Risk
This Movie Is Funny, Dark Humored, Has Balls, And Well Acted.

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inaneswineNov 14, 2017

Had it not been for the sensational reaction to it, I would never have even bothered to look at it twice. Comedies like this really don't appeal to me, and I don't ever remember seeing a Seth Rogen film I liked. I only watched it because IHad it not been for the sensational reaction to it, I would never have even bothered to look at it twice. Comedies like this really don't appeal to me, and I don't ever remember seeing a Seth Rogen film I liked. I only watched it because I had to see just what sort of film could piss off the Kims more than Team America. Having seen it, I felt like taking "merciless" action against the filmmakers too. It isn't clever, thought-provoking or even funny (save the 45 second song at the beginning, which was pretty hilarious). It's simply vulgar, offensive and totally stupid. It seems to make no effort to try and create satire on any level, and instead makes plenty of room for Seth Rogen making jokes about buttholes, Seth Rogen being slapped about in "comedy" sex scenes and Seth Rogen wiggling his belly and his genitals at the viewer. Unless you're a 13 year old boy looking for something goofy and rude to watch at a sleepover with his pals, The Interview is impossible to recommend.… Expand

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545Oct 29, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I thought James fastico was a weird chose but I think he did alright, nothing horrible or anything, however, Seth Rogen was great as a comedic sidekick while they try to assassinate Kim Jon un… Expand

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JLuis_001Sep 6, 2017

Unless you like this kind of movie, audiences with some brain inside their heads and who are not interested in laughing on poor jokes of anal penetrations will avoid this piece of **** at all costs.

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Meth-dudeJun 22, 2017

The movie is just dumb, goofy fun. The jokes were almost always funny, the use of the soundtrack was really good, the cinematography was great and the acting was good. The Interview definitely is an underrated surprise.

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Jk9785Feb 26, 2017

Yikes. I almost hate myself for liking this film. It's bad. REAL bad. But I can't help but like it. It's a classic raunchy comedy with some kick-ass humor, but those moments are few and far between. Seth Rogen, however, is great in this film,Yikes. I almost hate myself for liking this film. It's bad. REAL bad. But I can't help but like it. It's a classic raunchy comedy with some kick-ass humor, but those moments are few and far between. Seth Rogen, however, is great in this film, and he is what keeps me coming back.… Expand

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MrMovieBuffJan 10, 2017

Comedy has been known to be the most subjective, controversial and risk-taking genre, depending on what it is you are satirizing. When it involves politics, especially a controversial political figure, you are putting your reputation, and inComedy has been known to be the most subjective, controversial and risk-taking genre, depending on what it is you are satirizing. When it involves politics, especially a controversial political figure, you are putting your reputation, and in this case, life (as well as many others) at risk. 'The Interview' finds Seth Rogen and James Franco in their most ambitious premise yet. Franco plays a hotshot entertainment host named Dave Skylark, whose show mostly revolves around interviewing big-name celebrities (we see Eminem making a cameo) as they reveal some of their hidden secrets (apparently, Eminem is gay!). Rogen plays Skylark's best friend and producer, Aaron Rapaport, who grows concerned for the show after hearing that it isn't intelligent enough television, especially when there are other bigger stories out there that are worth telling to the world, rather than a celebrity coming out of the closet. It's shocking news, but it shouldn't be classified as "news". One day, CIA Agent Lacey (Lizzy Caplan) meets up with Skylark and Rapaport to discuss some secret task. Dave is told he must interview North Korea's Kim-Jong Un (a very charismatic Randall Park), but he must also "take him out", in other words, kill the controversial figure, then everyone should be at peace. Both guys seem unsure about this, but at the same time, this would do well for their show, as they won't be interviewing big-name celebrities with shallow gossip. This is a political figure they will be dealing with, and it could be the most important interview for their show. This movie stirred up so much controversy as it led to the hacks of Sony Pictures, not to mention that several theaters pulled the movie from release, meaning that it can only be watched on VOD, or elsewhere on the internet. In other words, Sony took a big gamble funding this movie, and its writers and directors, Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg, were ballsy enough to even come up with this idea. Mixing propaganda and comedy is not unusual, look at what happened when the great Charlie Chaplin made 'The Great Dictator' (1940) which was a massive parody on Adolf Hitler, who was a huge threat at the time. More often than not, I give credit to Rogen and Goldberg for having the guts to come up with such a risky premise, possibly aware of how controversial it was going to be. Although, I can't imagine they saw the hacks coming, leading to such an extent. The film is very funny from time to time, Rogen and Franco, once again, share terrific chemistry as bromantic buddies. Randall Park is electrifying as Kim, and the film does stay on track for the most part. There are times where the film tries too hard to be the typical Seth Rogen style, pot smoking, penis joking, party hard and swearing at every minute comedy. But, if you've seen a few of his other films... this shouldn't surprise you. The jokes do get old after the first half-an-hour or so.… Expand

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bfoore90Sep 4, 2016

Easily one of the worst movies containing James Franco and Seth Rogan that I have ever seen. If it wasn't for the Sony hack, this film would have gone nowhere. I wouldn't be surprised if Sony paid to have this movie hacked just to give itEasily one of the worst movies containing James Franco and Seth Rogan that I have ever seen. If it wasn't for the Sony hack, this film would have gone nowhere. I wouldn't be surprised if Sony paid to have this movie hacked just to give it some publicity, its cheap comedy with a cheap script that seems like it was written by Adam Sandler after "Jack and Jill" flopped. I'm so glad that I didn't pay for this movie, it was that awful.… Expand

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stevedfldAug 10, 2016

This movie is amazing! But is a creeper. I watched it the 1st time and hated it, was so annoyed by it. But for some reason I watched the dvd again because I love "seth & james" together. I love the way they interact. The second time I watchedThis movie is amazing! But is a creeper. I watched it the 1st time and hated it, was so annoyed by it. But for some reason I watched the dvd again because I love "seth & james" together. I love the way they interact. The second time I watched everything clicked. I loved the cast and all the inside jokes. "you honey dicking" F-ing awesome! Lets talk about eminem in the opening, "hector bisexually reck your rectum" lol. James franco is really good in this role and delivers a very halirous performance. Seth plays the strait guys role sort of but is amazing too. I really had a blast watching this. So many funny moments. Its a movie the more you watch it the more you notice, things you missed the 1st time. Highly recommended.… Expand

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acaiberryNov 8, 2015

HAHAA sometimes the best humor these days is the ridiculous, crude, unintelligent kind.

Comedy movies shouldnt make you think all the time and yeah the script was weak and say you not about plot, but it was already presented as anHAHAA sometimes the best humor these days is the ridiculous, crude, unintelligent kind.

Comedy movies shouldnt make you think all the time and yeah the script was weak and say you not about plot, but it was already presented as an outrageous comedy. So expecting it to be great was kinda dumb on your part.

Anyway, Seth Rogen and James Franco are such a good duo, I would probably pay to watch them together in another movie, just some flat out funny dudes. Also, if you get upset easily on maybe racist and stereotypes, calm down its a joke. Im Asian and I still think it's funny.

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khaleesiOct 17, 2015

If you like the James Franco Pineapple Express sense of humor you will really like this movie. I thought it had an interesting plot and definitely had some very funny lines that will be classics. Like when the CIA shows up at their houseIf you like the James Franco Pineapple Express sense of humor you will really like this movie. I thought it had an interesting plot and definitely had some very funny lines that will be classics. Like when the CIA shows up at their house after they had a party. James Franco owns his narcissism better than almost anyone else.… Expand

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ChowdaSep 2, 2015

One of the best comedies I have seen. Satirical humour about today's media. Gross out humour that is way over the edge. Great script and cast....amazing. If you are a fan of comedies I recommend this movie.

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LatingamerAug 29, 2015

The chemistry between James Franco and Seth Rogen is so good in this movie.Their chemistry is almost as good as Channing Tatum and Jonah Hill in the Jump street franchise.This movie is hilarious it's got really great performances and onceThe chemistry between James Franco and Seth Rogen is so good in this movie.Their chemistry is almost as good as Channing Tatum and Jonah Hill in the Jump street franchise.This movie is hilarious it's got really great performances and once you see it you will understand why it has garnerd controversy.… Expand

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grandpajoe6191Aug 25, 2015

Despite its initial hype concerning the actual North Korean government threatening the US because of this movie, "The Interview" turns out to be a major disappointment, with the buddy chemistry between Rogen and Franco failing miserably andDespite its initial hype concerning the actual North Korean government threatening the US because of this movie, "The Interview" turns out to be a major disappointment, with the buddy chemistry between Rogen and Franco failing miserably and the plot hitting a huge downfall starting from the second act.… Expand

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ThatCooperGuyJun 25, 2015

It's the typical Seth Rogen/James Franco shtick. If you like that sorta thing, you'll like this movie. If you don't then you'll laugh at this movie's bizarre, yet controversial premise.

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TrilobiteGJun 17, 2015

Absolutely hilarious, they nail every stereotype so precisely, especially with such tropes in american television nowadays. An overall, silly, controversial comedy that had me in stitches

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mmrventricleApr 18, 2015

The Interview is positively the most stupid espionage movie ever made. But if you can not take it seriously, as it certainly isn't supposed to, the surprisingly good plot filled with plot twists and the humor will keep you entertainedThe Interview is positively the most stupid espionage movie ever made. But if you can not take it seriously, as it certainly isn't supposed to, the surprisingly good plot filled with plot twists and the humor will keep you entertained throughout the movie.… Expand

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CherryxldApr 11, 2015

The Interview es una película de comedia que si bien no es tan superficial, resulta bastante divertida y entretenida y eficaz.

Esta película contiene una historia un tanto interesante y que con la cual causó gran polémica (no hablaremos deThe Interview es una película de comedia que si bien no es tan superficial, resulta bastante divertida y entretenida y eficaz.

Esta película contiene una historia un tanto interesante y que con la cual causó gran polémica (no hablaremos de eso), y que recurre a una comedia que al final es ingeniosa, y que también se sucumbe a chiste de la cultura pop, lo cual hace su parte cómica más carismática y atrayente. Además, desarrolla de forma compleja su trama que al fin y al cabo logra contraer varios elementos en su atmósfera para resultar atractiva, lográndolo con éxito.… Expand

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mrniceApr 8, 2015

Imagine if North Korea depicted Americans as overconsuming imperialists with no hearts who only care about pleasure. Would it be funny? Maybe, depends on comedic talent. Would it be tasteless? Not more than The Interview, in which North KoreaImagine if North Korea depicted Americans as overconsuming imperialists with no hearts who only care about pleasure. Would it be funny? Maybe, depends on comedic talent. Would it be tasteless? Not more than The Interview, in which North Korea is depicted as a country to be corrected by two murderous journalists. I liked the jokes, but overall the concept is a tasteless disaster, and the sort of 'medicine' Americans would hate to taste themselves.… Expand

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DokaluApr 7, 2015

If you watch this movie you absolutely have to have an open mind. It is awesome, and hilarious from the beginning to the end. It just isn't that kind of fancy super high quality stuff, it is a movie designed with the one and only purpose ofIf you watch this movie you absolutely have to have an open mind. It is awesome, and hilarious from the beginning to the end. It just isn't that kind of fancy super high quality stuff, it is a movie designed with the one and only purpose of being ridiculous, and it does that really well. It has a lot of stupid jokes, it's always exciting, and if you only want to be entertained, without really questioning the art, this movie is for you. The performances by both of the main actors are excellent, also the one by Randall Park as Kim Jong Un, and all the theme about North Korea is very original and very much to appreciate. It is a real shame that people will not be able to watch this in there.… Expand

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Tss5078Mar 30, 2015

No film in the history of cinema has had more press than the Interview. It almost started a war and made world headlines for almost a week, still it lost money, and is considered to be one of the biggest flops in recent history. In TheNo film in the history of cinema has had more press than the Interview. It almost started a war and made world headlines for almost a week, still it lost money, and is considered to be one of the biggest flops in recent history. In The Interview, the hottest duo in comedy, Seth Rogan and James Franco team up for their third feature film together. This time the pair play a TV talk show host and his producer respectively. Their show is like a combination of Maury and TMZ, and is considered by most in the media to be a joke. Wanting to change that image, the team decide to get in contact with the reclusive leader of North Korea, Kim Jong Un, for his first televised interview. Once announced, the duo is contacted by the CIA, who wishes to recruit them to take Un out. The first time I saw Rogan and Franco together was in Pineapple Express, and I thought it was one of the funniest films I'd ever seen. They have terrific chemistry and I expected great things from them in the future. It might have something to do with the fact that their characters are always so similar, but the more I've seen them together, the less impressed I've been. Seth Rogan is kind of annoying to begin with, especially that chuckle of his, but it's usual balanced out by Franco's extreme behavior. In the Interview, this dynamic didn't work, as Franco's character and portrayal was even more annoying than Rogan's. The cameos may have been impressive and so was all the attention this film received, but the truth is that many of the jokes were amateurish, and the film was a giant step back from Pineapple Express. When people work together, especially comedic duos, the films are supposed to keep getting funnier and more outrageous, but Rogan and Franco seem to be going the other way. The Interview isn't a great story and it isn't that funny, in fact, it's more frustrating than anything else. I love both Seth Rogan and James Franco, they've both given me hours of quality entertainment, but sadly enough, I can't add the Interview to that list, as it's bark was much worse than it's bite.… Expand

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ozzsoffyMar 28, 2015

This movie is so funny, it is amazing, the small brow-american jokes were hilarious in this one, every one of them on the spot, on time, without been too gross. and then again that is depends on your personal scale.

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kf62w6Mar 19, 2015

I don't know were to start. I will just say the movie is BAD. The Interview had such a bad comedic theme, made no sense and I did not even finish watching it.

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homer4presidentMar 11, 2015

I can't believe we as the America public made such a big deal about a harmless, terrible, crude, and irrelevant film. It's funny at points, but not nearly worth how much hype we all gave it.

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Armin_AbbasiMar 11, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The fact that a movie is made to enhance the freedom of expression is admirable and filmmakers’ bravery to make a movie about the most isolated country is to be praised. Although a heroic act is making the movie, it lacks typical elements of an award winning comedy. Instead of using typical elements of fantasy or comedy, the filmmakers overuse sexual satires which makes the movie more a commercial one than a movie of art.… Expand

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Eizozy_unoMar 10, 2015

I guess it speaks volumes that it took me so long to view this "movie"! Let's start with the fact that I like comedies when they employ more than goofiness for laughs. This movie is for kids, people stoned out of their gourd; (Rogen,I guess it speaks volumes that it took me so long to view this "movie"! Let's start with the fact that I like comedies when they employ more than goofiness for laughs. This movie is for kids, people stoned out of their gourd; (Rogen, Goldberg, and Franco), and anyone with a predisposition for laughing hysterically without cause. For me, if you have to search for humor in something purported to be comedy the creators lost their way. You can find plenty reviews describing plot details and hysterical scenes, but not here. I couldn't sit through it to the end, so I really don't know when or if it ever got funny.… Expand

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MattBrady99Mar 10, 2015

Geez North Korean these no need for violence, it's only a freaking movie. What do you expect from the writer (Seth Rogen) the man who writes dick jokes and other dirty humor in his movies?.

The story is about a celebrity talk show host,Geez North Korean these no need for violence, it's only a freaking movie. What do you expect from the writer (Seth Rogen) the man who writes dick jokes and other dirty humor in his movies?.

The story is about a celebrity talk show host, along with his hit producer, are ready to move on to more "hard-hitting" interviews when they score the chance of a lifetime when they are picked to interview the reclusive North Korean dictator Kim Jong-Un. But just before they leave, the CIA approaches them in order to carry out an assassination - the two accept, finding themselves the least-qualified hitmen ever to take a job.

So when Sony got hacked and then cancelled showing the film because their just been treated by North Korean's, that right there pretty much shows how pathetic Sony and the government's of North Korean really is and how easy Sony give up so easily just because they got hate mail from a PSY look a like. When all this was going on... I wanted to see the movie more. I wanted to know what was all the fuss going on. And after seeing the film... it's was okay but nothing worth having a war over, I mean Geez WWIII over a Seth Rogen film.

What worked so well in The Interview is the film parody's on the news today. You know the pointless stories that we hear all the time like pointless and uninteresting stories like Miley Cyrus eating food or Brad Pitt taking his children to school, all that stories always say to myself "Really? that made news ARE YOU KIDDING ME!", this movie makes fun of that and I'm so happy that it did. Just like South Park that makes fun of movies, news and what's popular today, The Interview dose the same.

Seth Rogen and James Franco worked perfectly together in this movie as always. Every time I laugh at a dick joke in a Seth Rogen film it always feels like a guilty pleasure for me, because normally I don't normally laugh at those kind of jokes but Rogen always knows how to get to me. The first act of this film made me laugh me ass off, yeah it was tasteless and wrong but still pretty funny.

The second act is when it fell down hill for me. Luckily the third act picked it up for me and saved the film. Most of the film is Franco hanging around with Kim Jong-Un and that's fine but it was more funny with Seth Rogen then Kim.

Overall The Interview is a enjoyable Comedy and it's a film not to be taken seriously. It may not be the best comedy of the year but it's totally not the worse.… Expand

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moonman1994Mar 7, 2015

This movie definitely has it's funny moments but it has an equal number of so-so moments. Although overall pretty good it definitely was not worth the controversy that it caused.

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DavidV293Mar 2, 2015

It's what I expected with these two guys. Dick jokes and a lot crude content. It doesn't mean I hate it or love it. But it was just a refreshing childish action-packed comedy that kept me laughing for hours. But it did have some Jokes thatIt's what I expected with these two guys. Dick jokes and a lot crude content. It doesn't mean I hate it or love it. But it was just a refreshing childish action-packed comedy that kept me laughing for hours. But it did have some Jokes that kept me with a serious face.… Expand

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nightblade00Feb 24, 2015

I wouldn't be surprised if Sony hacked themselves to help create some buzz for this stink-fest. The controversy and the international issues it caused were much more entertaining than the actual movie itself. Not a good film.

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agir002Feb 22, 2015

Worst movie I have ever seen. Stupid plot, bad acting and lame jokes. It was my fault for not watching the trailer or reading the reviews as I assumed that because it was about North Korea it was going to be an intelligent piece ofWorst movie I have ever seen. Stupid plot, bad acting and lame jokes. It was my fault for not watching the trailer or reading the reviews as I assumed that because it was about North Korea it was going to be an intelligent piece of work/documentary. My ignorance led to me sitting through excruciating torture in the cinema. Thankfully I fell asleep half way through!… Expand

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duncan1964Feb 16, 2015

The film that almost caused the collapse of a film studio and nearly led to WWIII should really be a lot better. A TV chat show host is going to North Korea to interview Kim Jong-Un when the CIA get involved and tell him he must assassinateThe film that almost caused the collapse of a film studio and nearly led to WWIII should really be a lot better. A TV chat show host is going to North Korea to interview Kim Jong-Un when the CIA get involved and tell him he must assassinate the leader while he is there. There are laughs to be had here but they are few and far between. As with all comedies from the Seth Rogan camp, scenes are allowed to go on way past their natural end point and it would seem most actors are told to go as BIG as possible. Worst offender here is James Franco, whose performance is nails-on-a-blackboard annoying!! In the end this is a inconsequential film that doesn't deserve the publicity that North Korea has given it, and in a years time we will all be struggling to remember what all the fuss was about… Expand

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SchalgdenKumpelFeb 14, 2015

This movie... I really wanted to like it! I thought that maybe it could be a movie that is perfect at what it wants to be... But no. What I got was a movie with jokes so low, that I can kind of understand why someone might be mad that he wasThis movie... I really wanted to like it! I thought that maybe it could be a movie that is perfect at what it wants to be... But no. What I got was a movie with jokes so low, that I can kind of understand why someone might be mad that he was shown in this movie, even though you can way overreact as we saw lately in the news. I think that this movie missed its target and became a abomination of comedy which is at such a low joke line that you ask yourself if it could get any worse.
To be honest the only good thing about this movie was James Francos performance as Dave Skylark and the chemistry between him and Seth Rogen, other than that it is a really bad and unfunny movie.… Expand

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DCEdmondsFeb 13, 2015

"The Interview" 10 Scale Rating: 4.0 (Bad) ...

The Good: Seth Rogen plays the straight man in this one and is actually quite good. His timing, one-liners, and body language are hilarious and his scenes comprise the bulk of the funny"The Interview" 10 Scale Rating: 4.0 (Bad) ...

The Good: Seth Rogen plays the straight man in this one and is actually quite good. His timing, one-liners, and body language are hilarious and his scenes comprise the bulk of the funny moments in the movie. The supporting cast wasn't bad either, as Randall Park and Diana Bang provided the remaining handful of chuckles. Randall Park (who played Kim Jong-un) was especially good. The story itself actually isn't a bad one and set up what should have been a solid comedy.

The Bad: James Franco almost single-handedly ruins the film as he wasn't even remotely funny. In fact, some scenes that had good build up dropped dramatically once he started talking. Overall, the movie itself just didn't have enough truly funny moments and it seemed to panic and default to over-the-top violence and raunchiness. I don't mind either of those in my comedies, but when a film so obviously resorts to it due to a lack of any real creativity, then it's a problem. The final 20 minutes or so are especially dreadful and drop the film from merely mediocre to bad.… Expand

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NerdConsultantFeb 8, 2015

the Interview can be best summed up as having a terrible beginning, an ok middle and a completely ridiculous end. this is very lowbrow humour trying to disguise itself as political satire and i think it would have been better in the hands ofthe Interview can be best summed up as having a terrible beginning, an ok middle and a completely ridiculous end. this is very lowbrow humour trying to disguise itself as political satire and i think it would have been better in the hands of writers like Matt Stone and Trey Parker who have more experience in this field. Seth Rogan is pretty good but i really don't warm to James Franco in this role and if it wasn't for the controversy I think the film would feel kind of being in poor taste and probably be forgotten.… Expand

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iSynthesisFeb 6, 2015

Overall a very good, enjoyable and funny movie. The movie got a bit more boring in the middle, still enjoyable though. I do not understand the many bad reviews the film gets, this film really doesn't suit you, nor does any other kind ofOverall a very good, enjoyable and funny movie. The movie got a bit more boring in the middle, still enjoyable though. I do not understand the many bad reviews the film gets, this film really doesn't suit you, nor does any other kind of sarcasm. The entire cinema i was in in Germany laughed at 80% of the funny things. 8/10 because of the sometimes bad translation as well as the middle part… Expand

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mustard_tigerFeb 3, 2015

Really really weak movie and I'm totally tired of Rogan and Franco. Its got all their usual stuff, party scenes set to rap music white boys like, I love you man bits, Seth Rogan sex scene nobody wants or finds funny, really horrible I'm soReally really weak movie and I'm totally tired of Rogan and Franco. Its got all their usual stuff, party scenes set to rap music white boys like, I love you man bits, Seth Rogan sex scene nobody wants or finds funny, really horrible I'm so wasted acting but oddly a lack of the usually weed jokes but they may have just run out of those or maybe its an international film thing.… Expand

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ThebossmanFeb 2, 2015

The is by far the WORST movie ever made. I wounder what got into Sony's minds that drove them to produce such idiotic, stupid, talent-less, horrendous film. I recommend that you absolutely do NOT see this film.

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TheQuietGamerJan 31, 2015

Takes the absurd, R-rated comedy genre into some controversial new territory. So much so that thanks to the movie's plot about the assassination of Kim Jon-Un it almost looked like this film wasn't going to be released. Thankfully it was asTakes the absurd, R-rated comedy genre into some controversial new territory. So much so that thanks to the movie's plot about the assassination of Kim Jon-Un it almost looked like this film wasn't going to be released. Thankfully it was as this is often a hilarious comedy.

Yeah, it rarely elevates itself above the "frat boy" humor Rogen's movies have come to be known for, but with so many quotable lines and total dedication to the absurdity of the situation it's hard to not find any laughs. Still, if this isn't your type of humor you're better off looking elsewhere.

By far the biggest success the movie has is Franco's outrageously crazy performance. He brings his over-the-top character to life and is responsible for the majority of the laughs in the film. Rogen is basically just playing the same character he's been playing for years, but still acts as a great yin to Franco's yang.

Despite not being the full focus the satirical nature of the film (both political and towards the media) does help add a little intelligence among all the "dumb" humor. Several background jokes from other Rogen/Goldberg films make reappearances to let viewers know that this is still one of their films, such as the underlying tone homosexuality surrounding close male friendships, but the goofier tone and outrageous style make things feel remarkable different from their previous works.

A few brief moments of unexpected and shockingly graphic violence pop up from time to time and throw a wrench in things, but for the most part there is excellent comedic timing. It's vulgar, absurd, and laugh out loud funny. It won't do anything to change the minds of the Rogen/Franco detractors, but those of us with a taste for their work shall enjoy another rather crazy movie from them. One that is sure to bring many laughs.… Expand

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RtheomJan 31, 2015

Like most have said, an okay movie, not great, not a classic, and it will be easily forgotten within a year, even with the media hype. It was absolutely a Franco/Rogan love letter to each other with Rogan flying a little bit higher, but notLike most have said, an okay movie, not great, not a classic, and it will be easily forgotten within a year, even with the media hype. It was absolutely a Franco/Rogan love letter to each other with Rogan flying a little bit higher, but not by much.

The only thing I'd really knock the movie for is the unnecessarily extreme gore that seems to suddenly spring up in the finale. It didn't add to the already weak comedy at all and just drew me away from the whole thing.

Worth watching if you're a diehard Franco/Rogan fan, easily skipped by anyone else.… Expand

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kuehnauJan 30, 2015

Another boring, awful movie with juvenile humor expected from Seth Rogan. I am really happy to know we almost started an international war over something as stupid and awful as this. Good job America, our values are safe.

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arcangelJan 30, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The interview is a movie which I like to call the poor man's Pineapple Express. The movie is a stereotypical stoner movie with very stupid and easy to spot jokes and conclusions. Such as a character talks about their "stank" member and continues to talk about it even when shushed by his friend in front of a all business no jokes type of character. The movie does stir up a couple laughs from me but it is hard to recommend when some of the jokes just fall flat and are left there to let it sit in with you. The only surprise the movie gave was the fact that the protagonist Dave skylark did not get with the good looking cia agent. The only risk this movie takes is taking a shot at North Korea. Overall the movie is alright, if you are feeling "patriotic" and want to stick it to North Korea then go watch this movie. However it is a movie that can be forgotten and the movie would not have been remembered if it wasn't for the controversy.… Expand

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ZenzukaiJan 30, 2015

Not a big Seth Rogen fan, but this was pretty good for simple laughs. It made me laugh a lot. The sensationalism around the release made me watch it, but its probably the best Seth Rogen film I've seen.

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Le__XenomorphJan 29, 2015

Pretty damn funny in its own right, the Interview is incredibly entertaining and funny thanks to Seth Rogen and James Franco, but, unfortunately, has been overshadowed by controversy. 8/10 (Great)

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TheWaffleJan 24, 2015

Totally in line with most Rogen/Franco films. Mostly hilarious, a few jokes fall flat, and some questionable material. But reading the ridiculous click-bait articles about this movie "It's racist" "It's sexist" "It makes light of North Korea"Totally in line with most Rogen/Franco films. Mostly hilarious, a few jokes fall flat, and some questionable material. But reading the ridiculous click-bait articles about this movie "It's racist" "It's sexist" "It makes light of North Korea" are just click-bait. This movie is about as offensive as the Wedding Crashers. It's bawdy humor folks, grow up, Seth Rogen make a sex joke? Color me shocked.

And to pretend like this is beyond the pale because it depicts an assassination, I'd refer the critics to literally any action movie from the 90s wherein almost every protagonist assassinates Saddam Hussein or Gaddafi.

The movie was fun, it was gross, and it had a bit of heart. Can't ask for much more in a comedy.… Expand

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TheLatinoCriticJan 20, 2015

Cruel, racist, unfunny and awkward. The Interview shows a very inappropriate message, disrespectful dialog and it was poorly directed, poorly acted and poorly written. This movie should not have been made in the first place. It should beCruel, racist, unfunny and awkward. The Interview shows a very inappropriate message, disrespectful dialog and it was poorly directed, poorly acted and poorly written. This movie should not have been made in the first place. It should be banned from theaters, online, app stores and from the shelves in stores. I thought Batman and Robin was the worst… Expand

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JJDTheSaltySockJan 17, 2015

This was straight up the greatest movie I've ever seen. ''The Interview'' brought some of my greatest laughs to the theater with me. Overall I would give this movie a 1000 out of 10 if I could.

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BatushaiJan 15, 2015

My very low expectations of this film were completely wrong. This movie is funny and it did make me laugh a lot. . Maybe not for those who like all black and white, this comedy has a lot of gray humor. Take this movie for what it is,My very low expectations of this film were completely wrong. This movie is funny and it did make me laugh a lot. . Maybe not for those who like all black and white, this comedy has a lot of gray humor. Take this movie for what it is, obviously is not Shakespeare but a mature and funny comedy. I really enjoyed the film. But be aware, this is not rocket science! But who cares there are moments that are simply hilarious.… Expand

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kevbroughtonJan 14, 2015

Not the best comedy in the world must be admitted, far too many repetitive homosexual jokes in there. If this movie had not all the publicity around it, it would have flopped, but because of all the media hype (promotions) this movie will doNot the best comedy in the world must be admitted, far too many repetitive homosexual jokes in there. If this movie had not all the publicity around it, it would have flopped, but because of all the media hype (promotions) this movie will do well. I see why north korea would be unhappy, this movie really embarrasses them lol. But any more so than Scary Movies? National Lampoons? Final word: Spoof movie poor general comedy, but quite funny depications of korea leaders.… Expand

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WARCHILDJan 13, 2015

I'm so glad I didn't pay to watch this one. It's just more of the same gutter humor and shallow acting Hollywood is shoveling these days. The pigs at the trough slop it up and so they keep making more of it. To be honest, If you know anythingI'm so glad I didn't pay to watch this one. It's just more of the same gutter humor and shallow acting Hollywood is shoveling these days. The pigs at the trough slop it up and so they keep making more of it. To be honest, If you know anything about what life in North Korea is like, then you would realize that this film is only a shade better than making a comedy out of liberating nazi concentration camps. Distasteful, in poor judgment, and par for the course...… Expand

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laraleJan 13, 2015

If Dumb and Dumber 2 and Blended could actually procreate during a stoner pitch session about North Korean dictatorships, this would be the pathetic result. The most cardboard dialogue, insipid dick jokes and wooden caricatures ever to makeIf Dumb and Dumber 2 and Blended could actually procreate during a stoner pitch session about North Korean dictatorships, this would be the pathetic result. The most cardboard dialogue, insipid dick jokes and wooden caricatures ever to make it on film, and by two people who were either out of their minds on bad ecstasy when they decided to greenlight this, or are both seriously in the declination phase of their respective careers. Not even worth watching for free!… Expand

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ErichSchoeJan 12, 2015

An occasionally funny trip that appears to have been written by horny, high school boys, too often just plain stupid and gross. With the absolutely worst performance by James Franco. The opening song by the little Korean girl is hilarious asAn occasionally funny trip that appears to have been written by horny, high school boys, too often just plain stupid and gross. With the absolutely worst performance by James Franco. The opening song by the little Korean girl is hilarious as are the opening talk show satire with cameos by Eminem and Rob Lowe.… Expand

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DodenkyshenJan 12, 2015

An acceptable comedy with a good amount of laughs and a fairly interesting plot that will most likely entertain you for the running time. I was honestly surprised to find it was 2 hours long.

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parsa2000Jan 11, 2015

A good movie funny nice but as much as frist of it. That might at last 20 minutes make you bored. Some times that's very stereotype but good at all. That makes you laugh. What that most of today movies can't.

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vikesh2206Jan 11, 2015

Despite its overuse of trivial jokes, The Interview is an otherwise well acted and hilarious satire on both North Korean dictatorship and the American media.

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MelonsAndPizzaJan 11, 2015

You need to go into this movie with an immature attitude. If you do that, then I promise you then you will enjoy this movie. It has funny references to other movies, James Franco and Seth Rogen are both fantastic in the film and I absolutelyYou need to go into this movie with an immature attitude. If you do that, then I promise you then you will enjoy this movie. It has funny references to other movies, James Franco and Seth Rogen are both fantastic in the film and I absolutely adored the "Firework" song in the movie.
However, if you like sophisticated comedy then you most certainly will hate it. That's why a lot of people don't like it, But if you just embrace the craziness, then you'll be peeing yourself laughing.… Expand

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flametail23Jan 11, 2015

This movie is very funny. I wasn't sure if I was going to like it because it's made by the same people who made This is the end, which I didn't love. I did enjoy Bad Neighbours though. This movie is a great time, If you like pretty much anyThis movie is very funny. I wasn't sure if I was going to like it because it's made by the same people who made This is the end, which I didn't love. I did enjoy Bad Neighbours though. This movie is a great time, If you like pretty much any of these guys other movies, you are probably going to like this movie.
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Red-Opposom-098Jan 10, 2015

Funniest movie I've seen since This Is The End. Quite possibly the comedy or top 4 movies of the year. Its must buy or rent. If you did not like Neighbors or This Is The End you probably will not like this movie

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AxeTJan 9, 2015

Walked out! Beyond belief bad!
Can be expected from the fat, talentless, very unfunny, hideous to look at, non-actor so-called "star" who is so far from John Belushi, John Candy or even Chris Farley that it really is NOT funny! But theWalked out! Beyond belief bad!
Can be expected from the fat, talentless, very unfunny, hideous to look at, non-actor so-called "star" who is so far from John Belushi, John Candy or even Chris Farley that it really is NOT funny! But the co-star here is so incredibly repulsive and disgraceful as to have chosen a "career wrecker" of a film to do with his obnoxious fat slob buddy. What a lapse in sanity! I'll think twice before going to one of his movies again. The fat slob's movies I never see, but this time made the mistake in the name of freedom of speech.
The brass at Sony Pictures should certainly be immediately Fired for such ridiculously poor judgment. Yes with regard to the subject matter and political fallout, but even more so for the complete and utter lack of any redeeming quality whatsoever for this pitiful excuse for a movie.
It may have turned into an act of patriotism for theaters to show it and Americans to see it with Sony getting more free publicity than any modern movie in memory, but the bottom line is that it sucks so hard that all involved should never work in the industry again.
Ninety minutes being waterboarded would be time better spent.… Expand

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ajarias96Jan 8, 2015

The Interview is what you would come to expect of a Seth Rogen movie, nothing more nothing less. Though not as good as his other directorial effort, This is the End, The Interview has its quotable lines and of course genius cameos. TheThe Interview is what you would come to expect of a Seth Rogen movie, nothing more nothing less. Though not as good as his other directorial effort, This is the End, The Interview has its quotable lines and of course genius cameos. The Interview will bring out laughs from those who tend to laugh at a Seth Rogen film. I would be surprised if someone was surprised by The Interview.… Expand

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ProteusJan 6, 2015

Randall Park gives a superb comedic performance. His scenes with Franco work perfectly and are hilarious. Its a screwball comedy. No reason to read more into it than that.

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ant387Jan 4, 2015

A very funny film in my opinion, it kept me laughing throughout. The humour may prove to be a little juvenile for some peoples tastes, but those who have enjoyed Rogen's films in the past will find the Interview right up their street.

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SkillJamJan 4, 2015

I dont know why so many people dislike this movie, its maybe because of type of humor. Yes, its childish and fart jokes etc.. But i really liked it, i like rogen humor and franco's acting, its their another typical movie. If you like them,I dont know why so many people dislike this movie, its maybe because of type of humor. Yes, its childish and fart jokes etc.. But i really liked it, i like rogen humor and franco's acting, its their another typical movie. If you like them, you will like this. They hate us cause they ain't us!… Expand

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TVJerryJan 4, 2015

The comic chemistry between James Franco & Seth Rogen makes them one of the most enjoyable teams in movies today and this latest effort maximizes the combo. Franco (creating one of his most delightfully funny characters ever) plays a tabloidThe comic chemistry between James Franco & Seth Rogen makes them one of the most enjoyable teams in movies today and this latest effort maximizes the combo. Franco (creating one of his most delightfully funny characters ever) plays a tabloid TV host who travels to North Korea with his producer (Rogen) to interview Kim Jong-un. This is the type of madcap mayhem they do so well: lots of dick/ass gags, wacky interplay, outrageous stunts and homoerotic slants. The energy never slacks and the laffs are constant. If you like screwball comedy (with a definite juvenile sensibility), you'll be very entertained.… Expand

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eldavidsonJan 3, 2015

since i haven't seen it and judging from the comments of everyone this is one i will definietly pass
on. they will make a lot of money. people will go out to see it, just because of the subject matter, and the quality of the movie makers.since i haven't seen it and judging from the comments of everyone this is one i will definietly pass
on. they will make a lot of money. people will go out to see it, just because of the subject matter, and the quality of the movie makers. stupid and "funny" because they are told it is funny is usually very popular.… Expand

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CPD98Jan 3, 2015

Me he reído mas de lo que pensaba. Polémica aparte, es una comedia en la línea de los últimos filmes de Rogen, si te gustan te gustará este y si no, pues no. Es algo mala al principio pero va ganando puntos conforme avanza. Algunos diálogosMe he reído mas de lo que pensaba. Polémica aparte, es una comedia en la línea de los últimos filmes de Rogen, si te gustan te gustará este y si no, pues no. Es algo mala al principio pero va ganando puntos conforme avanza. Algunos diálogos son muy absurdos pero divertidos. Para pasar un buen rato.… Expand

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TisonJan 2, 2015

I wouldn't see this movie if it was the last movie on Earth. I just have a very bad feeling that United States and North Korea are gonna go to war. I just feel it.

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MattyiceJan 2, 2015

This movie deserved to cause all that controversy, but I still hoped it would be released. It was not a funny movie at all, but it was still entertaining somehow. That's all I'll say: unfunny toilet humor, but still managed to be a fun filmThis movie deserved to cause all that controversy, but I still hoped it would be released. It was not a funny movie at all, but it was still entertaining somehow. That's all I'll say: unfunny toilet humor, but still managed to be a fun film to watch, kinda like the Hangover 3.… Expand

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MantisJan 2, 2015

Most of the jokes in this movie were over the top and just meant as an insult, direct, unmasked and therefore not my type of humour. I laughed at times at some more clever things, but most of the time the movie is quite predictable and whatMost of the jokes in this movie were over the top and just meant as an insult, direct, unmasked and therefore not my type of humour. I laughed at times at some more clever things, but most of the time the movie is quite predictable and what you see is what you get.
If insulting people to the bone without any form of subtlety is your humour I guess you'll rather enjoy. Otherwise I advise to spend you time watching something else.… Expand

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melongodJan 1, 2015

The Interview, while funny throughout is plagued by awful writing regarding Skylark. The character completely took me and my friends out of the movie, and were it not for him, the straight man characters could likely have held up much better.

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BHBarryJan 1, 2015

"The Interview", as most everyone with a television set or newspaper knows, is the story of a plot to kill the leader of North Korea under the guise of a televison interview conducted by a US talk show host. The movie stars Seth Rogen and"The Interview", as most everyone with a television set or newspaper knows, is the story of a plot to kill the leader of North Korea under the guise of a televison interview conducted by a US talk show host. The movie stars Seth Rogen and James Franco with support from Diana Bang, Lizzy Caplan and Randall Park. Co-directed by Mr. Rogen and Evan Goldberg and written by Dan Sterling, the movie, despite its hype and international notoriety, is simply stated, not a good film. No matter how risque or far out a plot or film may be, if it is funny it can be tolerated. This film is neither funny nor clever. It is amateurish, its humor is immature and insulting and some of its scenes contain tasteless conduct that is best characterized as just plain repulsive. More like a home movie made by people with money to pay for good sets, the film is awkward and not worth the $5.99 I paid for it on VOD. If one didn’t know better, it could be thought that the entire "threat" regarding the showing of the film was prompted by the producers in order to invite controversy and interest in an otherwise unworthy and poorly made film. I give it a reluctant one rating. The low quality of the movie "wreaks for itself".… Expand

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manofthemoonJan 1, 2015

Clearly not the "important" film that overzealous patriots are claiming it to be, "The Interview" is still an amusing enough watch and will be well liked by fans of Seth and James.

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Bruce722Jan 1, 2015

The Interview was comedy gold and is definitely worth the price of renting and streaming on the line. The Seth Rogen/James Franco bromance has been hit and miss in the past but this movie was a definite hit. Most of the humor hinges on theThe Interview was comedy gold and is definitely worth the price of renting and streaming on the line. The Seth Rogen/James Franco bromance has been hit and miss in the past but this movie was a definite hit. Most of the humor hinges on the absurd and the duo, especially Franco, delivers those scenes flawlessly. I also loved the supporting cast, especially Lizzy Caplan playing the attractive CIA agent and Randall Park doing a marvelous job portraying Kim Jong-un. Overall, while I know this isn't a comedy for everyone, I think a lot of people will be able to find plenty of laughs in the ridiculous plot and even more so in the hilarious way in which it unfolds.… Expand

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Costs1129Jan 1, 2015

Were it not for the hack, this movie would have been an unknown bomb quietly fizziling to an early DVD release. Now, that is irony.

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olatrifDec 31, 2014

This movie does not deserve any thoughtful review. Total and utter rubbish. Plot is stupid and jokes are not funny. Do not waste your time watching this movie.

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TheBaconWalrusDec 31, 2014

The Interview is certainly not going to be for everyone. I'll start off by saying the comedy, while funny at parts will certainly not appeal to many people as it mainly aims at people who like Seth Rogen / James Franco films. Some of theThe Interview is certainly not going to be for everyone. I'll start off by saying the comedy, while funny at parts will certainly not appeal to many people as it mainly aims at people who like Seth Rogen / James Franco films. Some of the humor in the film isn't really in context with the scene it is said in, but sometimes it still is amusing. Overall it's not really a bad movie as a lot of people say it is, but it certainly could be better done than the form that it is in now. It depends on what your personal tastes are in movies, so you should watch a scene or two from the film and see how you like it and go from there.… Expand

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MovieGuysDec 30, 2014

The Interview, upon first glance, might look like an offensive, stupid, incompetent piece of lowbrow cinema representing freedom of speech. And that's exactly what i thought it was gonna be going in. Despite the controversy and people sayingThe Interview, upon first glance, might look like an offensive, stupid, incompetent piece of lowbrow cinema representing freedom of speech. And that's exactly what i thought it was gonna be going in. Despite the controversy and people saying it's great, I had my doubts.

But, the movie actually isn't bad at all. I would've liked it to be more satirical with less erection jokes, but it made me laugh plenty of time. Of course, comedy team Rogen and Franco always go for the low blows, but considering this is an ongoing crisis, the film could've been made with more competence.

Other than that, it almost never failed to entertain me in some way, even if it got overly ridiculous towards the end (yes, obviously it was ridiculous to begin with, but the denouement could've been more pronounced and neat).

If you like this sort of thing, by all means get this for $6 on your laptop, or go to a theater near you that has the balls to show it. But if you think it was a stupid idea to make this movie in the first place, you may want to skip this one.… Expand

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tormentor55Dec 30, 2014

Ok, this movie is more a STUPID comedy then a "Social satire." Honestly, if you weren't expecting a Stupid, goofy movie based on its stupid, goofy premise of two likeable journalists assasinating Kim Jong, then I don't know what to tell you,Ok, this movie is more a STUPID comedy then a "Social satire." Honestly, if you weren't expecting a Stupid, goofy movie based on its stupid, goofy premise of two likeable journalists assasinating Kim Jong, then I don't know what to tell you, *face palm* Anyway once you've realized the stupidity of this film you realize that there are different levels of stupidity and once you do that that, you will realize that if there ever is such a thing as GOOD stupidity, this movie would be a perfect examples. Not all the jokes made me laugh out loud but a good amount did and the several LOTR references made me smile. I bought this movie for $15 because I already had a good idea on how the movie would work and the type of comedy it intends on using. If you have a stupidity tolerance SIGNIFICANTLY lower than mine I would recommend that you rent the film online for $5, it'll be worth the time. :)… Expand

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galleyh4usDec 29, 2014

The movie was painful to pay 6 bucks for, and even more painful to watch. It is horribly and excruciatingly "bro-tastic." I didn't even laugh until the 10-minute climax sequence, which itself was only a little funny. Long story short: this isThe movie was painful to pay 6 bucks for, and even more painful to watch. It is horribly and excruciatingly "bro-tastic." I didn't even laugh until the 10-minute climax sequence, which itself was only a little funny. Long story short: this is a comedy movie aimed at the 12-15 year-old male age demographic.… Expand

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cbeDec 29, 2014

Good clean fun, but and if Kim Jong Un had kept his paws off of it, it likely would have had a short life. The laughs are underwhelming though not unfound.

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TheFilmFanaticDec 29, 2014

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Interview is exactly what you expect it to be, a Franco-Rogen comedy with little in substance or themes outside their recurring joke repertoire. Although the film restricts its use of crude teenage humour, the overall tone never really goes beyond an adolescent mind. Are James Franco and Seth Rogen funny? Yes. Did this film cross any lines in terms of political content? Not really.

The portrayal of Kim Jong-Un is not even close to how dehumanizing it could have been. The pop culture references throughout the film accent the premise of Franco as a talk show host who is up-to-date on current events, but the narrative had so much potential and fell very, very short.

The Interview is nothing special and the only reason for Korea's disgust towards it would be the dethroning of the fearless leader off his godly pedestal. This film is Team America: World Police meets Tropic Thunder and it delivers exactly what you expect it to. I had high hopes for The Interview despite its controversial topic given the success of Franco and Rogen's last film This Is The End, but it just failed to deliver the smart comedy it could have been.… Expand

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sgy0003Dec 29, 2014

I didn't find the movie to be entirely funny. Granted there are scenes here and there that were hilarious, such as the irony of Katey Perry's "Firework", but the movie as a whole was not funny. Rather, as a South Korean, I was offended andI didn't find the movie to be entirely funny. Granted there are scenes here and there that were hilarious, such as the irony of Katey Perry's "Firework", but the movie as a whole was not funny. Rather, as a South Korean, I was offended and left me wander if this is how US sees Koreans of BOTH nations.… Expand

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MusicMedic88Dec 29, 2014

Don't expect to be watching a Oscar worthy serious movie. This movie is meant to be fun, and silly. You have to channel your inner teenager and just have fun, If you liked pineapple express then you will enjoy this movie. I laughed and had aDon't expect to be watching a Oscar worthy serious movie. This movie is meant to be fun, and silly. You have to channel your inner teenager and just have fun, If you liked pineapple express then you will enjoy this movie. I laughed and had a good time watching it.. if you have a super mature state of mind and are all serious then you will hate every second of this movie and you will hate yourself so much for watching it.. Nothing wrong with enjoying a bit of immature fun silly humor every once in a while… Expand

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pete409Dec 29, 2014

I admit that after all of the drama I really wanted to see this movie. I didn't really expect it to be good, but what I saw may have been one of the worst and unfunniest movies of all time. The jokes in this movie must have been written myI admit that after all of the drama I really wanted to see this movie. I didn't really expect it to be good, but what I saw may have been one of the worst and unfunniest movies of all time. The jokes in this movie must have been written my immature 12 year olds. I gave it a two only because it wasn't visually terrible. The only movie I've ever shut off in the middle of it was that awful Adam Sandler Chuck and Larry movie. I really wanted to shut this one off. But I watched it all because of the hype. My penis could have wrote better jokes.… Expand

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beingryanjudeDec 29, 2014

Unsurprisingly, The Interview offers little more than a cheap attempt at a promising premise. As Americans, we find this subject and the subject of free speech fascinating--however, this film relies much more heavily on cheap humor than whatUnsurprisingly, The Interview offers little more than a cheap attempt at a promising premise. As Americans, we find this subject and the subject of free speech fascinating--however, this film relies much more heavily on cheap humor than what could've been much more clever.… Expand

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netteannDec 29, 2014

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Way better than I expected... Funny moments, the plot was executed (no pun intended) in a different manner than what I assumed. This movie had the potential to be much better if the Quentin Tarantino style ending and the teenage sex jokes were limited or even better, abandoned. The story began with the main character reflecting on the direction of his career after running into an old school mate. This is the catalyst for arranging the interview. The "interviewer" should have been naive versus a "dumb blond", the "sexy comrade-ette" not so cliche and the plot should have focused on media manipulation aka "spin" and / or ""who's playing who" which was the best part of the interview.… Expand

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Luxangel7Dec 28, 2014

It was actually a lot better than what I expected. perfect 10 to balance out all the **** reviews.Filler to meet character minFiller to meet character min

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lorne_kellyDec 28, 2014

Think about the poor misfit kid from your public school, then imagine the bullies made a move to make fun of him and all the school watched and laughed.

That's what this movie is about. N. Korea is a serious problem, and one that we asThink about the poor misfit kid from your public school, then imagine the bullies made a move to make fun of him and all the school watched and laughed.

That's what this movie is about.

N. Korea is a serious problem, and one that we as a species should be working to resolve. This movie can only worsen the problem. We should all be ashamed.… Expand

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