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The Compleat Al

  • Video
  • 19851985
  • 1h 42m
IMDb RATING
7.6/10
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The Compleat Al (1985)
  • Comedy
  • Music
Fact and fiction are mingled in this mockumentary about the career of music parodist "Weird Al" Yankovic. In retelling his life story, the film includes several of his music videos, includin... Read allFact and fiction are mingled in this mockumentary about the career of music parodist "Weird Al" Yankovic. In retelling his life story, the film includes several of his music videos, including "Ricky" and "Eat It."Fact and fiction are mingled in this mockumentary about the career of music parodist "Weird Al" Yankovic. In retelling his life story, the film includes several of his music videos, including "Ricky" and "Eat It."
IMDb RATING
7.6/10
408
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  • Directors
    • Jay Levey
    • Robert K. Weiss
  • Writers
    • Robert K. Weiss
    • Jay Levey
    • Hamilton Cloud
  • Stars
    • 'Weird Al' Yankovic
    • Wally Burns
    • Billy Selby
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  • Directors
    • Jay Levey
    • Robert K. Weiss
  • Writers
    • Robert K. Weiss
    • Jay Levey
    • Hamilton Cloud
  • Stars
    • 'Weird Al' Yankovic
    • Wally Burns
    • Billy Selby
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    • 8User reviews
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    'Weird Al' Yankovic
    'Weird Al' Yankovic
    • Selfas Self
    Wally Burns
    • Mr. Cafarellaas Mr. Cafarella
    Billy Selby
    • Mr. Nordquistas Mr. Nordquist
    Jane Campbell
    • Mrs. Weidenbaumas Mrs. Weidenbaum
    Barry Hansen
    • Selfas Self
    • (as Dr. Demento)
    Kevin Seymour
    • Barry Cohenas Barry Cohen
    • (as Michael Porter)
    Tress MacNeille
    Tress MacNeille
    • Francineas Francine…
    Gordon Gale
    • Karl Brickmanas Karl Brickman
    Peter James
    • Day Tripperas Day Tripper
    Rob Lawrence
    • Heavy Metal Manas Heavy Metal Man
    Jeff Wilson
    • Folk Guitaristas Folk Guitarist
    Che Zuro
    • Heavy Metal Chickas Heavy Metal Chick
    Steve Cropper
    Steve Cropper
    • Selfas Self
    Ed Gibson
    • Spike Banjoas Spike Banjo
    Craig Mitchell
    • Ronnie Ronzonias Ronnie Ronzoni
    • (as Mitchell Craig)
    John F. Kearney
    • The Butleras The Butler
    Bert Simon
    • Michael Jacksonas Michael Jackson
    Dean Goss
    • KIDB DJas KIDB DJ
    • (voice)
    • Directors
      • Jay Levey
      • Robert K. Weiss
    • Writers
      • Robert K. Weiss
      • Jay Levey
      • Hamilton Cloud
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    • Trivia
      A book version of this video was published, titled "The Authorized Al". It followed the script for the most part, but included many extra stills that were either cut from the video, or only glimpsed briefly (e.g. the "Burgeropolis" architectural concept). It also had an appendix with the lyrics of every song on Al's three albums (at that time).
    • Crazy credits
      The usual warning about not copying the video tape you're watching appears, but then takes a turn for the humorous:

      But if you do insist on copying this program, please be aware that the patented "copy-stop" R system developed by the National Association of Television Research Engineers will cause severe damage to your video-cassette recording device, accompanied by a bright blue-gray flash and strong acrid odor, which may in turn affect nearby houseplants and cause discoloration of fine upholstery. In addition, you may experience headaches, drowsiness, nausea, severe loss of memory, high blood pressure, nosebleeds, and the heartbreak of psoriasis. Household pets may develop similar symptoms including extreme personality disorders and occasional spontaneous combustion.

      We're not kidding about this. Unlawful duplication of this program may result in local civil unrest, meteorological disturbances, and volcanic eruptions, causing the earth to fall out of its planetary orbit and plunge directly into the sun. The producers of this program assume no liability for any of the consequences resulting from your stupid, unthinking, greedy and careless attempt to deprive them of income. Thank you.
    • Connections
      Edited into 'Weird Al' Yankovic: The Ultimate Video Collection (2003)
    • Soundtracks
      Ricky
      Written by Mike Chapman (uncredited), Nicky Chinn (uncredited) and 'Weird Al' Yankovic (uncredited)

      Performed by 'Weird Al' Yankovic

      From the 1983 self-titled album

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    3/10
    Much as I love Al...
    Now, I won't deny that when I purchased this off eBay, I had high expectations. This was an incredible out-of-print work from the master of comedy that I so enjoy. However, I was soon to be disappointed. Apologies to those who enjoyed it, but I just found the Compleat Al to be very difficult to watch. I got a few smiles, sure, but the majority of the funny came from the music videos (which I've got on DVD) and the rest was basically filler. You could tell that this was not Al's greatest video achievement (that honor goes to UHF). Honestly, I doubt if this will ever make the jump to DVD, so if you're an ultra-hardcore Al fan and just HAVE to own everything, buy the tape off eBay. Just don't pay too much for it.
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    • Nov 7, 2005

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    • Release date
      • September 25, 1985 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Production companies
      • CBS Music Video (CMV) Enterprises
      • Imaginary Entertainment
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 42 minutes
    • Color
      • Black and White
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