Death at a Funeral
starring: Jane Asher, Peter Egan, Rupert Graves, Peter Vaughan, Peter Dinklage
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Though it doesn't hit the same comic heights as Bowfinger, Death at a Funeral is a fun little romp. Granted, not all of the characters are meant to be humorous, like Daniel (Matthew Macfadyen, Pride & Prejudice) and his wife, Jane (Keeley Hawes, Tristram Shandy), straight-faced foils for the more over-the-top performers. After Daniel's father passes away, the couple offers to host the funeral, so all his relatives descend on the family abode, including Daniel's estranged brother, Robert (Rupert Graves, V for Vendetta). The mood is already tense when their cousin, Martha (Daisy Donovan), arrives with her nervous fiancé, Simon (Alan Tudyk, Serenity). On the way over, Simon takes a Valium that's actually a hallucinogenic concoction cooked up by Martha's pharmacology student brother. By the time they arrive, Simon's inhibitions are gone with the wind. Other guests include Uncle Alfie (Peter Vaughn) and an uninvited American mourner (Peter Dinklage). By the end of the movie, one of these individuals will be dead. Though he's worked in the States for several decades, director Frank Oz was born in the UK, and Death at a Funeral feels like the work of a British filmmaker. As drawing room comedies go, it may not rival Arsenic and Old Lace, but it's still funnier than most. If the film has a flaw, it's one misjudged moment of scatological humor, which is sure to induce more cringes than giggles. Fortunately, it's over quickly, and Tudyk's hilarious performance provides ample compensation. --Kathleen C. Fennessy
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Though it doesn't hit the same comic heights as Bowfinger, Death at a Funeral is a fun little romp. Granted, not all of the characters are meant to be humorous, like Daniel (Matthew Macfadyen, Pride & Prejudice) and his wife, Jane (Keeley Hawes, Tristram Shandy), straight-faced foils for the more over-the-top performers. After Daniel's father passes away, the couple offers to host the funeral, so all his relatives descend on the family abode, including Daniel's estranged brother, Robert (Rupert Graves, V for Vendetta). The mood is already tense when their cousin, Martha (Daisy Donovan), arrives with her nervous fiancé, Simon (Alan Tudyk, Serenity). On the way over, Simon takes a Valium that's actually a hallucinogenic concoction cooked up by Martha's pharmacology student brother. By the time they arrive, Simon's inhibitions are gone with the wind. Other guests include Uncle Alfie (Peter Vaughn) and an uninvited American mourner (Peter Dinklage). By the end of the movie, one of these individuals will be dead. Though he's worked in the States for several decades, director Frank Oz was born in the UK, and Death at a Funeral feels like the work of a British filmmaker. As drawing room comedies go, it may not rival Arsenic and Old Lace, but it's still funnier than most. If the film has a flaw, it's one misjudged moment of scatological humor, which is sure to induce more cringes than giggles. Fortunately, it's over quickly, and Tudyk's hilarious performance provides ample compensation. --Kathleen C. Fennessy
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- 'Bowfinger' is Frank Oz's best, but 'Death at a Funeral' is another strong outing for him
I'm a big fan of Frank Oz.I think Bowfinger is his comedic masterpiece."Death at a Funeral" is another good outing.Oz revels in madcap comedy and things do get outlandishly funny and absurd here, especially when Peter Dinklage quietly enters the movie.He's brilliant here.I see there's a US-based remake on the way (god knows why - it won't top the original) and the role of Peter Dinklage will be played by...Peter Dinklage.Like anyone who's seen Oz's production, it's impossible to believe ... Read More
Rating: - Wonderful
I absolutely love this movie.Compared to most of the comedies that have come out lately, it's really rather amazing.I love the characters and the actors all did a really great job.If you like British comedies, then you'll love Death at a Funeral. Recommended very highly by both me and my boyfriend.
Rating: - Death at a Funeral
This is a very funny movie!There are quite a few strong characters in this movie and some of them will have you laughing so hard.A bit slow to start in the beginning of the movie, but it is worthwhile to watch!
Rating: - Great FUN
I recommend this film to anyone who has lost their sense of humor due to family issues...Great Fun, lots of laughs.Brit humor at its best.
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- Pretty Good
A lot different than what I expected but still entertaining.I think the fiance on drugs (not of his doing) was a scene/concept that went on for a bit too long and was not entirely believable, but the rest of the movie was just right with its surprising twists and turns.I agree with another reviewer re: the cranky oldster in the wheelchair.Why was this stereotype needed - it didn't add to the movie.It would have been sufficient to have him only in the one scene that truly mattered with that character. ... Read More
- 'Bowfinger' is Frank Oz's best, but 'Death at a Funeral' is another strong outing for himI'm a big fan of Frank Oz.I think Bowfinger is his comedic masterpiece."Death at a Funeral" is another good outing.Oz revels in madcap comedy and things do get outlandishly funny and absurd here, especially when Peter Dinklage quietly enters the movie.He's brilliant here.I see there's a US-based remake on the way (god knows why - it won't top the original) and the role of Peter Dinklage will be played by...Peter Dinklage.Like anyone who's seen Oz's production, it's impossible to believe ... Read More
- WonderfulI absolutely love this movie.Compared to most of the comedies that have come out lately, it's really rather amazing.I love the characters and the actors all did a really great job.If you like British comedies, then you'll love Death at a Funeral. Recommended very highly by both me and my boyfriend.
- Death at a FuneralThis is a very funny movie!There are quite a few strong characters in this movie and some of them will have you laughing so hard.A bit slow to start in the beginning of the movie, but it is worthwhile to watch!
- Great FUNI recommend this film to anyone who has lost their sense of humor due to family issues...Great Fun, lots of laughs.Brit humor at its best.
- Pretty GoodA lot different than what I expected but still entertaining.I think the fiance on drugs (not of his doing) was a scene/concept that went on for a bit too long and was not entirely believable, but the rest of the movie was just right with its surprising twists and turns.I agree with another reviewer re: the cranky oldster in the wheelchair.Why was this stereotype needed - it didn't add to the movie.It would have been sufficient to have him only in the one scene that truly mattered with that character. ... Read More
