Hamlet 2

[Tempest19]

AUGUST 29

A world premiere at – and the comedy smash of – the 2008 Sundance Film Festival. In the irreverent comedy, a failed actor-turned-worse-high-school-drama teacher (Steve Coogan) rallies his Tucson, AZ students as he conceives and stages a politically incorrect musical sequel to Shakespeare's "Hamlet."

http://www.comingsoon.net/films.php?id=37020

Looks HILARIOUS. I'm definitely there.

 

[Lighthouse]

Loved the trailer. Really hope Steve Coogan finally makes his long overdue break in the US. The guy is a comedic genius. Wish the release date wasn't so far away.

 

[keith_v]

Damn! I had no idea that Billy Shakes wrote a sequel. I must be out of the loop.

 

[Matt]

I've never heard of this and then out of no where I saw like 20 tv spots last night and now I can't get "Rock Me Sexy Jesus," out of my head.

 

[블라스]

I don't care of this gets a 0 out of 10. Steve Coogan is a god, and I must watch this film (which looks hilarious, btw).

 

[The Shape]

Had to bump this because I just saw Hamlet 2 last night and it is amazing.

Seriously, Steve Coogan is a comedic genius, and the fact that he gives such a strong performance in such a strong film just elevates the movie to "classic" status. If it's playing near you, I highly recommend you go see it ASAP.

9.5/10

 

[Dr. Evil]

I saw in the previews that Elisabeth Shue was in the movie.

She still looks pretty good.

 

[The Shape]

I saw in the previews that Elisabeth Shue was in the movie.

She still looks pretty good.

Yeah, she's bangin', and she's got a great role in the movie.

 

[Fanticon]

so...out of the 3 late raunchy R-rated comedy offerings of the end of the Summer season...which was better? Hamlet 2, Tropic Thunder, or Pineapple Express? For those who've seen them of course...

 

[The Shape]

so...out of the 3 late raunchy R-rated comedy offerings of the end of the Summer season...which was better? Hamlet 2, Tropic Thunder, or Pineapple Express? For those who've seen them of course...

I've seen all 3, and I have to say Hamlet 2 is my favorite. Steve Coogan's "Dana" character is just one of the most original and funny and interesting character's I've seen in a film lately, and the film itself also feels very original.

The other two were also great (Pineapple is my second favorite), but Hamlet 2 takes the cake. It's been a great summer for comedies.

 

[DocHoliday]

Hamlet 2 was a fun experience. Amy Poehler was funny in her part in addition to Coogan's excellent turn.

 

[블라스]

Yeah, this was excellent
Can't wait to see it again.

 

[Fanticon]

I've seen all 3, and I have to say Hamlet 2 is my favorite. Steve Coogan's "Dana" character is just one of the most original and funny and interesting character's I've seen in a film lately, and the film itself also feels very original.

The other two were also great (Pineapple is my second favorite), but Hamlet 2 takes the cake. It's been a great summer for comedies.

good to know...thanks for the input.

 

[cryptic name]

really good film. hilarious

 

[Docker2.0]

You guys had to be the only guys who seen this film. In a way, I'm kind of glad it didn't do well becuase to offend someone's religion just to offend someone or for a corny joke, this movie deserved the BO it got.

 

[The Shape]

You guys had to be the only guys who seen this film. In a way, I'm kind of glad it didn't do well becuase to offend someone's religion just to offend someone or for a corny joke, this movie deserved the BO it got.

No offense, but what you just said sounds extremely ignorant, but probably because you haven't seen the film and belong to the same mindset as the people that boycotted Tropic Thunder, which is pretty lame.

The controversy surrounding Hamlet 2 is completely unwarranted, and anyone who has seen the film will tell you so. It's a film with heart and with a message. Apparently, it's the new thing to take subplots or lines out of context these days, as Docker2.0 has. Not liking the new trend.

Also, the film had a small box office gross because not only was it an indie film that opened in select theaters (103 locations) and had a small expansion (to only about 1,500 locations), but because there are no big names attached to the project.

 

[Docker2.0]

No offense, but what you just said sounds extremely ignorant, but probably because you haven't seen the film and belong to the same mindset as the people that boycotted Tropic Thunder, which is pretty lame.

The controversy surrounding Hamlet 2 is completely unwarranted, and anyone who has seen the film will tell you so. It's a film with heart and with a message. Apparently, it's the new thing to take subplots or lines out of context these days, as Docker2.0 has. Not liking the new trend.

Also, the film had a small box office gross because not only was it an indie film that opened in select theaters (103 locations) and had a small expansion (to only about 1,500 locations), but because there are no big names attached to the project.

And you sound extremely ignorant as well becuase the trailers stated that purpose was to offend as many people as possible. Anyone who seriously follows the bible was offended and I thought it was dumb as hell to make a movie for that purpose. If they had made the same movie making fun of muslims and Muhammed then it would have been taken to a whole nother level. So call me ignorant or whatever the f you want to but the trailers and commercials themselves said it was their mission to offend everyone. I chose not to see it for that reason and so have a lot of people. Now please.....insult me more.

 

[The Shape]

And you sound extremely ignorant as well becuase the trailers stated that purpose was to offend as many people as possible. Anyone who seriously follows the bible was offended and I thought it was dumb as hell to make a movie for that purpose. If they had made the same movie making fun of muslims and Muhammed then it would have been taken to a whole nother level. So call me ignorant or whatever the f you want to but the trailers and commercials themselves said it was their mission to offend everyone. I chose not to see it for that reason and so have a lot of people. Now please.....insult me more.

Sigh.

Here's the trailer for Hamlet 2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giBWNkRta5o . Please watch it carefully and let me know when they state that the purpose of the film...Hamlet 2...was to offend as many people as possible, because I don't think that's ever said. In fact, what happens in the film (and in the trailer) actually parallels what has happened in real life. The play that the teacher decides to put on does offend many parents and causes an uproar, which is shown in the trailer. However, if you'd take the time to see the film rather than making baseless comments about it, you'd see how it all plays out and you'd understand the message of the film. The play not only brings together the students and the community, but the theme of the play Hamlet 2 (which does, in fact, feature Jesus) echoes the theme of the film itself. I really don't need to explain the film the you, because it speaks for itself, but because you have a closed mind, you'll never experience it.

Hamlet 2 was received with such a positive reception at Sundance that it prompted an all-night bidding war. Little Miss Sunshine was bought for $10.5 million, while Hamlet 2 was purchased for $10 million, nearly breaking the record LMS had set for Sundance. Apparently, there's something good about this film.

 

[Docker2.0]

Sigh.

Here's the trailer for Hamlet 2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giBWNkRta5o . Please watch it carefully and let me know when they state that the purpose of the film...Hamlet 2...was to offend as many people as possible, because I don't think that's ever said. In fact, what happens in the film (and in the trailer) actually parallels what has happened in real life. The play that the teacher decides to put on does offend many parents and causes an uproar, which is shown in the trailer. However, if you'd take the time to see the film rather than making baseless comments about it, you'd see how it all plays out and you'd understand the message of the film. The play not only brings together the students and the community, but the theme of the play Hamlet 2 (which does, in fact, feature Jesus) echoes the theme of the film itself. I really don't need to explain the film the you, because it speaks for itself, but because you have a closed mind, you'll never experience it.

Hamlet 2 was received with such a positive reception at Sundance that it prompted an all-night bidding war. Little Miss Sunshine was bought for $10.5 million, while Hamlet 2 was purchased for $10 million, nearly breaking the record LMS had set for Sundance. Apparently, there's something good about this film.

First off, if I come off rude PLEASE forgive me. BAD freakin day at work! But back to topic, there was more than one trailer for Hamlet and the last one to come out stated that was the purpose of the film. I know some people find humor in everything but to offend someone's God for a few laughs will get you killed in some places. I probably would have seen the movie had the last commercial not stated how it offended the following for jokes....thing is, I'm not even the sensitive type but that shhh rubbed me the wrong way for some reason.

 

[The Shape]

First off, if I come off rude PLEASE forgive me. BAD freakin day at work! But back to topic, there was more than one trailer for Hamlet and the last one to come out stated that was the purpose of the film. I know some people find humor in everything but to offend someone's God for a few laughs will get you killed in some places. I probably would have seen the movie had the last commercial not stated how it offended the following for jokes....thing is, I'm not even the sensitive type but that shhh rubbed me the wrong way for some reason.

I have seen no such trailer. I've seen a trailer where the narrator talks about the Hamlet 2 play as being "so offensive...it just might work". Either way, it's not the purpose of the film and chances are, you won't be offended. The famous song from the movie, "Rock Me Sexy Jesus", is about how if Jesus were present in society today, he would essentially be a celebrity. Then, Jesus is used as a device in the play to parallel the main character's relationship with his father. By the end of the play, not only has he won over the parents and doubters in the film, but also the audience watching the film.

This is the same **** that went on with Tropic Thunder. Did you see that film? Did it offend you when they said the word "******", even though they were actually poking fun at the actors in Hollywood that play retarted people to become "Oscar bait"? If so, then maybe Hamlet 2 isn't for you either.

 

[Docker2.0]

I have seen no such trailer. I've seen a trailer where the narrator talks about the Hamlet 2 play as being "so offensive...it just might work". Either way, it's not the purpose of the film and chances are, you won't be offended. The famous song from the movie, "Rock Me Sexy Jesus", is about how if Jesus were present in society today, he would essentially be a celebrity. Then, Jesus is used as a device in the play to parallel the main character's relationship with his father. By the end of the play, not only has he won over the parents and doubters in the film, but also the audience watching the film.

This is the same **** that went on with Tropic Thunder. Did you see that film? Did it offend you when they said the word "******", even though they were actually poking fun at the actors in Hollywood that play retarted people to become "Oscar bait"? If so, then maybe Hamlet 2 isn't for you either.

Gawd no! TT is my favorite film of the year! Even ahead of TDK and IM.

 

[cryptic name]

You guys had to be the only guys who seen this film. In a way, I'm kind of glad it didn't do well becuase to offend someone's religion just to offend someone or for a corny joke, this movie deserved the BO it got.

you obviously didn't see the movie. or you did and are actively trying to be an idiot...because that was a dumb thing to say

 

[블라스]

Heh this movie doesn't make fun of religion at all.
Really sounds like you haven't seen it, guy....maybe you should do that first.

 

[Adam Munroe]

Seriously Docker, just go and watch the film. If you have a problem with it after watching the film that is one thing, but I can guarantee that anyone with a brain who had a problem with the film based on the trailers and the fact that there is a song in it called Rock Me Sexy Jesus, would completely change their minds after watching it in context. There really isnt a single joke made about religion. Now Im not saying there isnt a single TASTELESS joke about religion, Im going so far as to say that there isnt a single joke about it. At All. Jesus is in the play, but not in a mocking way, or any sort of disrespectful way. He is in it to show that if Jesus was around today he would have to have come back as some sort of celebrity with washboard abs and amazing looks just to get anyones attention because thats how low our society has fallen.

I keep hearing people like this and seeing the videos on YouTube of people on the streets talking about how offensive the films is (not a single one of them has seen it btw) and keep thinking of the part during the play where the four girls go up to the stage and start praying for the actors but have realized they were wrong about them and that they actually did have good intentions by the end of the song. "They're right. Jesus did kick Satan's ass"

 

[StarkTheProdigy]

i saw this movie
im not going too lie, it kinda sucked imo
i was not impressed at all,
i was expecting more, and too save all of your questions, i was expecting it too be funny throughout the WHOLE movie, not just in one part, owell.