Stylish but barely mediocre overall

Clever and entertaining enough to recommend even to members of the 1%

A film of deceptively outspoken contemporary relevance, this is cinema at its most alert, alarming and alive.

The movie is wonderful and true, an act of love in all its contradictions and complexity

It felt like Shane Jacobson attempted to make an Australian equivalent of an American star-studded comedy. He gathered a odd collection of tired comedians together to tell very boring, predictable one-liners. The idea was so enticing but it was executed so poorly. Firstly the celebrities he used were so dolldrum the novelty wore off a lot quicker than it would have if this had been an American film. Secondly, the jokes were generational and lame. Thirdly, it didn't feel like any of the celebrities were honestly enjoying themselves. The atmosphere was one of being stuck at an awkward family reunion having to listen to your drunk uncle ramble on. The premise was to get "friends" (I use this term loosely- most of the celebrities seemed pained to be there) together to tell jokes- why did they all have to be propped up one liners? Why couldn't there be natural flowing conversation littered with witty observational humour and sarcasm? It felt so rehearsed and forced. Whilst the live music was entertaining the panning from joke to live music to joke to live music made me feel nauseated it was so repetitive. Probably the most tedious scene came at the end when the audience was forced to suffer through a show tune. Nothing says comedy more than a show tune right?

It's a film about people telling jokes and having a beer. Great light entertainment for a Sunday afternoon.

I've read a few reviews panning this movie and I am unable to agree with them. I found the movie very entertaining. The jokes were funny (and obviously the rest of the audience also thought so judging by the laughter) and the music was great. Sure it's not a deep movie and sure it doesn't have a hidden message. But it's just great entertainment. I'm looking forward to being able to purchase the DVD when it's released in May to enjoy the movie again.

I was so glad I made the effort to see this film despite the awkward screening times over only four days at the cinemas. I found myself laughing out loud in the cinema at some of the jokes, as well as blown away by the superb musical performances captured live on stage. It's not a conventional movie, which is probably why some critics have been harsh, but if you want a dose of great entertainment then give this a try. Includes the best penguin joke ever.