The Polka King
Netflix | Release Date (Streaming): January 12, 2018
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JLuis_001Jan 17, 2018
Frankly it leaves an impression for the work of its actors and the characters that the film itself.
It only aims to entertain and in a certain way achieves it, but it never exceeds a point of a certain quality, it never reaches for somethingFrankly it leaves an impression for the work of its actors and the characters that the film itself.
It only aims to entertain and in a certain way achieves it, but it never exceeds a point of a certain quality, it never reaches for something more and that passivity is not really attractive… Expand
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drlowdonJan 28, 2018
Based on a true story The Polka King tells the tale of Polish-American band leader Jan Lewan.

Director Maya Forbes keeps things light, painting Lewan as a sympathetic character who was simply blinded by his own ambitions (something I’m notBased on a true story The Polka King tells the tale of Polish-American band leader Jan Lewan.

Director Maya Forbes keeps things light, painting Lewan as a sympathetic character who was simply blinded by his own ambitions (something I’m not sure the victims of his scheme would all agree with). Jack Black anchors the movie by doing what Jack Black does singing and dancing his way enthusiastically through the film. Everything moves along at a good pace ensuring proceedings always remain entertaining enough but ultimately The Polka King lacks the emotional depth or laugh out loud moments to stick in the mind for very long.… Expand
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MikefromAngusApr 15, 2018
Funny at times. It was better then I expected it to be. Above average Netflix movie!
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NightHunter1Feb 11, 2018
A really inspiring story about an actually a good man, full of energy and belief, who came to a big land having a dream. His only problem of promising too much doesn't make him bad, he didn't attend to harm anyone. Music is really great, IA really inspiring story about an actually a good man, full of energy and belief, who came to a big land having a dream. His only problem of promising too much doesn't make him bad, he didn't attend to harm anyone. Music is really great, I don't think I ever heard polka. Jack Black had his downwards in his acting career, but this perform reminds that he's actually a really good actor who rarely has a chance to find himself among good movies. JB deserves more, as well as Polka King.… Expand
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temptershellFeb 6, 2018
A very interesting story of a Pole who wanted to achieve success at any price. Many Polish traits in one ambitious and somewhat unreasonable guy are definitely an explosive mixture. Jack Black in this role is phenomenal. I recommend!
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SquaredRenJan 19, 2018
This movie manages to tell a story in a funny way, even in the shady acts coming from the main character. Jack Black acting is wonderful, every scene his characters seems believe-able given the situation. The cast overall does a great job,This movie manages to tell a story in a funny way, even in the shady acts coming from the main character. Jack Black acting is wonderful, every scene his characters seems believe-able given the situation. The cast overall does a great job, it's well directed and has a lot of funny moments. Overall, this movie doesn't seem to aim on bringing a huge impact in cinema or storytelling, it feels like another biography inspired films with funny moments and great performances.… Expand
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PRayMatthew73May 25, 2018
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Having seen Star Wars from Opening Day 1977, Ron and Kathy Kennedy have out done themselves again with help from a mix of a perfect cast. This film out did itself. Offering surprises at every turn, suspense, syfy shots to "Ahh" the mind, and even a some giggles from old fashion star war humor. An even long lost cast members from Lucas's original III, IV, V films, Look carefully you'll see them. The practical and digital effects teams have pulled all there tricks out of the barrel for this one. Go see this one on the big screen....you won't regret it. Five Stars!… Expand
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geewahJan 10, 2021
A funny movie who's greatest strength comes from the performance it's cast. Jack Black brings heart and humour to the lead role in arguably his best performance.
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