Random comments on random films

Mystery Men

What went wrong? The idea has huge potential: a local superhero with corporate sponsorship really succeeds in wiping out crime, but that leaves him without a job so he releases one of the great villains and is captured by him. Meanwhile, a rag-tag group with hilariously dubious powers have to take on the crime fighting role in the city. Throw in some equally bizarre henchmen for the villain and a mad scientist creating non-lethal weapons like canned tornadoes and blame throwers, and you've got a great idea for a superhero spoof movie. Line up a talented cast, and it should be a hilarious blockbuster.


So why is it only a mildly funny movie? Most of the scenes look great on paper, but somehow don't feel right on screen. I don't know why. I don't have the answer.

posted by Marco @ 10:59 AM