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That's Adequate (1989)
Director: Harry Hurwitz
Cast: Tony Randall, James Coco, Jerry Stiller, Anne Meara
Runtime82 min
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This mockumentary about fictional movie studio Adequate Pictures boasts an interesting cast. Tony Randall hosts, and James CoCo (practically on his deathbed) stars as head of the studio. Includes parodies of everything from silent comedies to porn, including an ultra violent "three stooges" style comedy team who put a new spin on the eye poking gag.
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That's Adequate, a 1989 mockumentary directed by Harry Hurwitz, received a mixed critical reception. The film boasts an interesting cast led by Tony Randall and James Coco, and includes parodies of various film genres. While the movie has not garnered significant awards recognition, its IMDb rating of 6.2/10 suggests a moderately positive audience reception.
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Fans of parody and mockumentary will delight in the clever, over-the-top send-up of Hollywood in That's Adequate. Directed by Harry Hurwitz in 1989, the film boasts an impressive comedic cast including Tony Randall, James Coco, and Jerry Stiller, who deliver uproarious performances as they skewer every filmmaking trope imaginable.
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That's Adequate is a 1990 mockumentary documenting a fictional Hollywood studio, Adequate Film Studios. Narrated and hosted by Tony Randall, the film features an all-star cast including James Coco, Robert Downey Jr., Anne Meara, Jerry Stiller, Bruce Willis and Ben Stiller.
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