cosmic_cube2003

Quite easily among the best-written comedies of all time. The razor-sharp wit and the superbly crafted word-play will have you both laughing out loud and oooohing and aaaahing in appreciation. Yes Minister tracks the day jobs of its three pivotal characters: Jim Hacker, the honorable Minister of the Dept of Administrative Affairs, his Permanent Secretary Sir Humphrey Appleby and his Private Sct, Bernard.

In each episode, the somewhat idealistic (though exceedingly publicity-hungry) Minister tries to reform govt in one way or the other, but is blocked by his Permanent Sct, Sir Humphrey. Though this comedy is based on the British system of govt, I think the problems presented have universal appeal and so it would be appreciated by Americans, in fact by people of all nationalities.

The highlight of the comedy, in my mind, is the brilliant script, esp the lines Sir Humphrey delivers when he wishes to "talk a lot but say nothing". Nigel Hawthorne's acting is Grade A material and a treat to watch.

For those of you who enjoy wordplay, a somewhat cererbral comedy, or are simply an official in one or the other branch of govt, don't miss this one.

I quite enjoyed the movie. To be honest, I was surprised to see the 4 something review by users here. It's obviously not high art, but it's not meant to be. It's another Ben Stiller slapstick, over-the-top comedy which actually provides quite a few laughs along the way. Check your brain at the door when you pop this in, and you'll have a barrel of cackles!

The funniest scene was with the horse. Christopher Walken in hilarious in that sequence. I think the acting was at par with the movie. Again, this is for one of those nights when you're just looking for a few good (even empty) laughs to cheer you up. And it's not the kind of movie you can watch over and over again.