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Special Correspondents (2016)

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A radio journalist and his technician get in over their heads when they hatch a scheme to fake their own kidnapping during a rebel uprising in South America and hide out in New York instead.

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2 May 2016 | richiebee-440-575633
9
| Loved it
I don't watch many comedies because most of them are awful, but I am a fan of Ricky Gervais, and so I had to give Special Correspondents a go. After watching it, I can say that it is the best comedy I've seen in a few years. I'm not sure why all the negative reviews. It has many of the kind of characters Ricky Gervais is known for, so maybe those reviewing it, just don't like his style.

I thought it was really well written and executed, and the cinematography was very impressive for a comedy.

Sure, it had a few flat moments, but it kept my interest throughout and made me laugh out loud a lot, right up to the end.

I've already recommended my colleagues watch it, and I would happily sit down and watch it again.

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Trivia

When Frank (Eric Bana) is in Ian's apartment, he sees Ian's "collectibles". They include a Marvel figurine of the Hulk, who Bana portrayed in Hulk (2003).

Quotes

Ian Finch: We seem to be walking to Manhattan - I guess.
Claire Maddox: I have coffee, so...
Ian Finch: You didn't want milk, did you?
Claire Maddox: I *did*.
Ian Finch: Okay, you good. 'Cuz there's a shop on this side, by now. We're probably not allowed to go across there...
Claire Maddox: This is like the end of a movie.
Ian Finch: A ...

Goofs

The Equadorians all speak to each other in English despite their native tongue being Spanish.

Crazy Credits

"Trailer Puppy .... Charlie"

Soundtracks

Man on Fire
Written by Alex Ebert
Performed by Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros (as Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros)
Published by BMG Rights Management Ltd., A BMG Company
Licensed courtesy of Rough Trade Records
By arrangement Beggars Group Media Ltd.

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Comedy

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Release Date:

29 April 2016

Language

English, Spanish

Country of Origin

Canada, UK, USA

Filming Locations

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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