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Monday, October 20, 2014

MRS. BROWN'S BOYS D'MOVIE (2014)

Though nothing original and with some jokes that do fall pretty flat, fans of the series "Mrs. Brown's Boys" should be pretty happy with this feature-length version, in which the outspoken, take-no-prisoners Agnes Brown takes on greedy politicians, shady business developers, and the Russian mob when all of these forces try to close down her food stall in the Moore Street marketplace - a Dublin neighborhood institution slowly shutting down due to corporate greed.  The usual low-brow humor is in place, complete with politically-incorrect pokes that include Brendan O'Carroll (who plays Mrs. Brown) playing Asian, a barrister with Tourettes Syndrome, and one actually damned funny gag that references Parkinson's.  And where else will you find a school for blind ninjas?  Strictly for fans of the series, but thankfully - overall - that's both the level it's geared toward ... and works on. (not rated)  B

MRS. BROWN'S BOYS D'MOVIE trailer

2 comments:

  1. I enjoyed this film though missed the audience laughs and interaction, and the final gag was hysterical - but I agree, you do need to be a Mrs Brown's Boys fan to really enjoy this, I think

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  2. Having a super friend who introduced me to this great batch of films, Christmas specials, etc. I definitely am in the mood for a great dose of Mrs. Brown! Definitely appreciate the really informative review! Kevano

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