first in line on opening weekend, a frequent film-goer, British comedy fan
Pros
extremely funny, ridiculously over the top, good character development, surprisingly decent story, unpredictable
JUN
21
2007
Hot Fuzz —
I have been waiting for this film. Ever since I first saw Shaun of the Dead. This movie is worth renting when it comes out. I was very disappointed at the US box office turnout for this film. Hopefully the DVD sales will make up for it. Also 120 minutes is not too long. Those who say so are getting used to these 90 minute films. I say if we pay to see it, it should last longer.
bill nighy, agatha christie
shaun of the dead, edgar wright
Key Information
Directors Edgar Wright
Stars Simon Pegg
Actors Martin Freeman
Genre Comedies
Subgenre Spoof
MPAA Rating R (MPAA)
Available Formats DVD: Full Frame
UPC 025195025096
Release Date 2007
Running Time 2hr 1min
Languages
Original Language English
DVD Editions
DVD Editions DVD: Full Frame2hr 1minUniversal Studios Home VideoJuly 31, 2007R (MPAA)025193327420
Credits
Screenwriter Edgar Wright
Professional Reviews
Professional Reviews (04/27/2007, 116-117, Lisa Schwarzbaum): "[A] very funny cop comedy....These guys are as much A-level scholars of movie genre...