While the joke about two tourists near Keswick on a killing spree has the potential to get old the fact that the real laughs in the film are rooted in excellent characterisation and
clever dialogue means the film is surprising and fresh right down to its final bleak twist.
Not exact matches
There are more blockbuster action scenes in «Penguins» than in all three «Madagascar» films combined,
meaning it will appeal to a younger audience (kids 7 - 12), as well as those who appreciate the gags and
clever dialogue.
Kevin Smith would go on to do better films as a director, but in the minds of many of his fans, Clerks is still the definitive entry in his filmography, with the most rounded of characters,
cleverest dialogue, and most personal of
meaning.
It's not
meant to be intelligent, it's not
meant to be some brilliantly written movie full of
clever writing and compelling
dialogue.