FilmBuff1994
MacGruber is a decent movie with a reasonably well developed storyline and a terrific comedic cast. It's certainly very funny, there are many excellent moments and the chemistry between the cast members is great, Will Forte is certainly the highlight as he further expands his Saturday Night Live character, delivering a fun, exaggerated version of action heroes, he has a screen presence that is simply entertaining. However, it was certainly lacking as a comedy and I felt it didn't truly deliver the potential it had with its cast, it does not represent something that felt truly original, in fact it had many similar elements to Hot Rod, and it seemed to rely too much on parodying 80s action movies, rather than being its own comedy. I felt that Val Kilmer was very underused in this film, for the fact that he's the main antagonist and the biggest star in it, his screen time is limited, the last thing any movie should have, whether it be an action, drama or comedy, is to have its antagonist or protagonist feel underdeveloped. Though it has some great moments, MacGruber has many flaws and is pretty forgettable, it's worth the watch if you see it on television or Netflix, but don't go out of your way to watch it. A bombing special ops is given a mission to thwart a nuclear armed terrorist. Best Performance: Will Forte
carpediem21
OK, as a loooooong time devoted Val Kilmer fan, I watch everything he does. He is a super talented actor and an artist but as he is a very eccentric person, the movies he chooses to play in are always a surprise. And this one is a complete flop. Yes, there are good actors in it other then Mr. Kilmer - but definitely except the one who plays MacGruber, Will Forte. There was something "off" with him. And then there are the boring jokes, nothing new, nothing funny... Like I said, I watched it because of Val Kilmer otherwise it's a very dumb movie with lots of boring, filled with been-used-a-zillion-times-before kind of jokes.
abby_of_firefly
First watching this select by my bf who watch SNL which got a sketch on MacGurber story-line.The intro theme said it all, Mac Gurber is inventor who make weapons out of daily household items, "Real American Hero", and "skilled love-maker" (which later he demonstrated his skills which was LOL)Character DynamicMacGurber is unbelieved and his emotional go from 1-10, and jump from conceitedly "cocky" to whimpering mess at a couple of moment in the film. He treated as his lackey and didn't really got a plan just winging it as he goes along while expecting his team to follow without question.Piper, male member of his team, a up-tight and handsome solider who reason of the team which point out outrageous behavior of Macgurber. Vicki who master of disguise comply with MacGurber no matter how crazy the plan is.Her hair and clothing styles are similar to Macgurber who look like he struck in 70 or 80's.Music and sound Love it. fitting to the scene. classic and macho for McGurber like the intro and when he crewing old members back in his team. My fav is "Take me home tonight" when McGurber come out of his car like a "boss" gate crash his arch nemesis Party and then seeing Vicki in stunning outfit to his liking. Sexual contentu will have to see it for your self. it was shocking. I for real Laugh out loud.
mtgriffin1982
This is one of my favorite movies of all time. You have to know the universe of the movie is that of ridiculousness...once you get that.. and that its not some sophisticated movie then you should be good.. It is absurdly funny. Probably the most underrated movie that has come out in a long time. There are not many movies that have me laughing at every scene. If people like Zoolander then they should love this because it is the same goofy idea for a movie. If you don't get a kick out of the sex scenes then you should stop watching comedies because I don't think they are for you. Everyone just take it as it is and enjoy. No one is going to pay for it more than Cunth!!!