2002 - Rated R - 1 hr 49 min
Director: Danny DeVito
Starring: Robin Williams, Edward Norton, Catherine Keener, Danny DeVito, Jon Stewart, Pam Ferris, Danny Woodburn, Harvey Fierstein
I saw this movie in the theater, loved it, and was promptly disappointed with its lack-luster reviews. It's a dark comedy. It's an "expose" on the seedy underbelly of kids TV programs. It's comedic genius, is what it is.
In my opinion, Williams and Norton and Keener give their best performances in this movie. Rainbow Randolph is Williams's best character, by far. Edward Norton is refreshing as a kids show host/purple rhino with a history of anger management problems and a penchant for organics. And Keener's dry wit is perfectly timed. For me, the cast is what makes this movie so good. When all three are in the same scene, I'm laughing the whole time.
This might not make you feel great about what your kids are watching, but it will make you laugh. Highly recommended.
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