Kennedy objects to objections about his mean-spirited jokes; the unexplored subtext of this solid film is why all humor has gone negative?
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09/12/08
Heckler (2008)
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Reviews Counted:5
Fresh:3
Rotten:2
Average Rating:6.5/10
Synopsis: How do standup comedians deal with hecklers? That's the question posed by popular actor/comedian Jamie Kennedy in this documentary, which offers a close-up view of the relationship between fan and... [More]
Director: Michael Addis, Jamie Kennedy
Reviews for Heckler
1 - 5 (sorted by fresh rating; Australian critics are listed first)
Addis and Kennedy have tapped into a rich subject here.
11/17/08
Top CriticJamie Kennedy and the film's director, Michael Addis, present an amazing amount of footage (including the Uwe Boll vs. The Critics boxing matches) and an impressive spectrum of sources (everyone from Jewel to George Lucas).
08/06/08
Heckler doesn't penetrate like a proper documentary should; it's more silly than exploratory, missing a prime opportunity to crack open a dialogue between critic and performer that could generously benefit both parties.
09/01/08
Heckler isn't perfect, or even especially memorable, but if nothing else, it's at least the best movie that Kennedy's ever been involved with. And you can put that on the poster!
11/25/08
1 - 5 (sorted by fresh rating; Australian critics are listed first)
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