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Delta Farce
- Review Date: September 4, 2007
- PG-13
- Genre: Comedy
- 2007
Common Sense Media says
War in Iraq isn't funny -- neither is this movie.
Parents say
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this lowbrow war send up is aimed at 13-year-olds who like broad jokes based on stereotypes. Since the story is about three dopey reservists who confuse Mexico for Iraq, there are several culturally insensitive moments that portray Mexicans (not to mention Southern men) very stereotypically. Language includes "s--t" and "retard." Star Larry the Cable Guy and his pals spew many fart jokes and fire many rounds of ammunition for their "mission." Families with loved ones deployed in Iraq probably won't be amused, even if the movie is dedicated to the troops.
What's the story?
A recently jilted Larry and his loser buddies Everett (DJ Qualls) and Bill (Bill Engvall) hole up at their state Army reservists' base for a weekend of drinking and hunting. When they're activated by hard-nosed Sergeant Kilgore (Keith David channeling R. Lee Ermey from Full Metal Jacket), they still don't understand the severity of being called up for duty. Sleeping in the air transport on the way to Fallujah, they accidentally get ejected and don't realize they are in fact in Mexico instead. The three amigos come across two Mexican men speaking Spanish but still believe they're in Iraq. The Mexicans, realizing that the American soldiers are indeed as dense as their helmets, lure the threesome to their besieged village to ward off bandits led by Carlos Santana (no, not the musician, the underrated character actor Danny Trejo from Grindhouse and Spy Kids).
Is it any good?
No matter how viewers feel about the current war in Iraq, it's probably safe to say that most families don't consider it a funny topic. Apparently Larry the Cable Guy -- otherwise known as the "Git 'er done" member of the Blue Collar Comedy group -- and his pal, director C.B. Harding, thought otherwise when they developed this war movie parody.
David and Trejo are compelling supporting players, but even their presence can't make DELTA FARCE watchable. The war just isn't amusing, and neither is portraying red-state soldiers and Mexicans as stereotypical buffoons. And that's something moviegoers on every point of the political spectrum would probably agree upon.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about whether this movie is a criticism of the war or a tribute to the troops it's dedicated to. Is it funny to ridicule the military, the war, and active reservists? Why or why not? How are Mexicans portrayed? What stereotypes does the film exploit? Does calling something a "spoof" mean it's OK to go for laughs based on labels and preconceived notions?
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I LOVE IT, LOVE IT, LOVEIT, LOVE!!!!
Ok, this is a great movie. Language isn't that bad if you don't care about the words "retard" and "piss" etc. There are a few sex references, but nothing bad. I think that people 8+ can watch this. They also insult gay people, which I don't mind hearing, but I wouldn't insult them. Overall, a good movie.
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so funny
this movie was really raunchy but it was hilarious so it would ok for mommy and daddy but not the kids
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War in Iraq isn't funny, but this movie sure is
Ok, anyone who couldnt find at least 10 laughing moments has no common sense. My parents and I watched it at home as a rented movie last night and I couldnt stop laughing. Not any sex, theres language- but you can expect it from Larry and Bill engvall. The violence is mild and mostly slapstick. The men, larry, bill, and their prissy friend, after another bogus week, decide to go on a hunting trip, only to be mistaken for Army soldiers after Sgt. Killgore sees their great shooting. They train for a wile and eventualy get on the plane. In the middle of the night, theres a storm, which causes trouble and the pilots are forced to drop their humvee. So then they begin their war on terror in the wrong country, but for a good reason, since a thug coincidentaly named Carlos Santana, and his gang are terrorizing Mexico city. Pros: The seargent drinks from a canteen that was peed in, he eats rations full of larrys Chew tobacco, and I laughed at the wanna-bees playing Jeff dunham with their own Jose the jalapeneo on a steek characters and obviously failing with either dumb, or offensive jokes. I have no cons. Any one under 12 would not get the humor, but for 12 and up, its funny, so you should definatly rent it. Common sense has no common sense in their "War in Iraq isnt funny, neither is this movie" because it is funny.
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Funny but bad in some cases.
Its pretty awesome.
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Funnyer then it looks
This movie is funnyer then it looks but also has some stupid parts that just are not funny. There is some violance but insn't really that bad. I think this movie is ok for 12+
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Kid, 12 years old
February 18, 2010
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1 star??
This movie was hilarious. Some sex references but nothing big.
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media id bull
although iqraq isnt a good place the movie was spectacular i dont get these people.
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Kid, 11 years old
April 4, 2010
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Delta Force
Rated PG-13 For Crude And Sexual Humor
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stupid but hilarious!
i like this movie. it is a little bit on the stupid side but thats what makes it so funny! its about these group of guys think they are in iraq but they are really in mexico! the mistake the mexicans for iraqis and terrorists
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| Studio: | Lionsgate |
| Director: | C.B. Harding |
| Cast: | Bill Engvall, DJ Qualls, Larry the Cable Guy |
| Genre: | Comedy |
| Run time: | 100 minutes |
| Theatrical release date: | May 11, 2007 |
| DVD release date: | September 4, 2007 |
| MPAA rating: | PG-13 |
| MPAA explanation: | crude and sexual humor. |
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