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Mansome
19 May 2012 8:46 PM, PDT | Pastemagazine.com | See recent PasteMagazine news »
The Oscar-nominated director of Super Size Me brings us another documentary that hones in on a specific subject with such precision, it can’t help but involve myriad other cultural issues in the process. Morgan Spurlock’s Mansome gives an historical and cultural account of male grooming. The seasoned director presents the concept in all its awkwardness, even as he identifies the beard, the mustache, and other aspects of a man’s physical appearance as a means of understanding men of varied social classes, sexual identities and ethnic backgrounds. Mansome might be best understood as a comedy, with commentary from Zach Galifianakis, Judd »
Film Review: Middling ‘Mansome’ Suffers From Skin-Deep Insight
17 May 2012 3:25 AM, PDT | HollywoodChicago.com | See recent HollywoodChicago.com news »
Chicago – Morgan Spurlock is an awfully likable guy. I’ll never forget the day when he held a special screening of “Super Size Me” for an auditorium full of college kids. After participating in an extended Q & A, Spurlock spoke with every single student that wanted to shake his hand and pose for a picture. When the building finally had to close up for the night, the Spurlock love fest spilled out onto the sidewalk.
Rating: 2.5/5.0
The amiable, often meandering nature of his work directly reflects the agreeable personality of the filmmaker himself. While confrontational documentarians like Michael Moore embrace their fearsome reputations like a badge of honor, Spurlock is so approachable that you’d hardly expect him to have anything up his sleeve. Yet as entertaining as his films can be, Spurlock could certainly benefit from borrowing some of Moore’s shrewdness.
Read Matt Fagerholm’s full review of “Mansome” in our reviews section. »
- adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
It's All About the 'Mansome': Indiewire @ Hulu
11 May 2012 6:00 AM, PDT | Indiewire | See recent Indiewire news »
It's the rare documentary filmmaker who becomes a recognizable figure. Morgan Spurlock is one of the few. With his newest documentary feature, "Mansome," headed into theatres next week, Indiewire has selected a number of Morgan's films, TV episodes, and special appearances for our latest curated Hulu's Documentaries page. Morgan Spurlock emerged from the premiere of his first film, "Super Size Me," with the Documentary Directing Award from the 2004 Sundance Film Festival and a breakout hit. Putting his own body through the challenge of eating nothing but McDonald's for an entire month, he scored theatrical distribution, an Oscar nomination, real world impact, and established a bona fide career as a documentary filmmaker. In an episode of the Fox Movie Channel's series "Life After Film School," a group of film school students interview Spurlock about how his own time in film school, how he became a documentarian, and the »
- Basil Tsiokos
Morgan Spurlock Creates Warpaint, A Commercial Company for Filmmakers
7 May 2012 8:25 AM, PDT | Indiewire | See recent Indiewire news »
Warrior Poets and Snoot Entertainment, the production companies of Morgan Spurlock ("The Greatest Movie Ever Sold," "Super Size Me") and Keith Calder ("The Greatest Movie Ever Sold," "The Wackness"), have teamed to form Warpaint, a commercial production company with directors who include filmmakers Darren Aronofsky, Spurlock, Liz Garbus and Michael Tucker. Warpaint's first project is a Revlon ad with Halle Berry and Emma Stone directed by Aronofsky. Also on Warpaint's slate of directors are Rupert Wyatt ("Rise of the Planet of the Apes"), Gary Hustwit ("Helvetica"), Adam Wingard ("You're Next"), Adam Lisegar (LonelySandwich.com), Maggie Choo and Damien Toogood. Warpaint will maintain offices in New York, Los Angeles and London. »
- Bryce J. Renninger
The Simpsons Review: Super-Sized Nelson
6 May 2012 11:07 PM, PDT | TVfanatic | See recent TVfanatic news »
Cain, Stradivarius Cain. Yeah, it just doesn't work as well as the classic James Bond introduction. And, unfortunately, neither does Homer's idiotic adventure this week.
Sometimes the secondary plot is much funnier than the primary one, which is certainly the case with "The Spy Who Learned Me." I had a lot of trouble getting much amusement out Homer's concussion and subsequent hallucinations, which left Bart and Nelson to carry the show.
Bryan Cranston as Cain was probably the most entertaining part of Homer's plot, providing Homer with that classic spy charm that would turn him into a better husband. But it's rather odd that all of this is the result of what must be a pretty severe head injury. Plus, Marge doesn't even comment on Homer's strange tendency to speak to his imaginary friend.
Are we suppose to believe Homer's crazy behavior is normal now?
The implausibility of this outrageous story development aside, »
- tlopez@utk.edu (Teresa L.)
Tribeca Review: Morgan Spurlock's Crowd-Pleasing 'Mansome' Is Cute, But Unilluminating
30 April 2012 3:41 PM, PDT | The Playlist | See recent The Playlist news »
What makes a man shave his chest? Sport a hirsute, ridiculously long and absurd-looking beard? Bleach his anus, thread his eyebrows or play around with his facial hair in any number of manscaping ways? These are some of the questions posed in Morgan Spurlock's latest cheery and congenial documentary, "Mansome."
And the music in Spurlock's documentaries of late are always a dead give-away of what's in store tone-wise (in case it’s not obvious): generally a jovial, breezy and blithe ol' time for what's usually an 80-minute trifle. And "Mansome," the documentarian’s latest, is an amiable look at male grooming, and therefore as a byproduct, masculinity too (though it's not a focus), and it falls safely and neatly into a pleasant tone.
Executive-produced by "Arrested Development" buddies Jason Bateman and Will Arnett, the doc frames itself around these two friends going to a spa and comically discussing »
- The Playlist
'Mansome,' 'Sexy Baby' Tribeca Reviews: It's About More than Manscaping and Porn
27 April 2012 5:58 PM, PDT | The Wrap | See recent The Wrap news »
A film festival can’t provide the definitive word on how comfortable men and women are with themselves in today’s society, but it can offer clues. That’s what occurred at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York City when two movies with world premieres at the festival, “Mansome” and “Sexy Baby,” serendipitously happened to have back-to-back press screenings. “Mansome,” which opens in theaters on May 18, is a new documentary by the prolific Morgan Spurlock (“Super Size Me”). It takes a humorous look at the ever-more-enthusiastic grooming habits of men today, ranging from »
- Leah Rozen
[Tribeca Review] Mansome
25 April 2012 1:00 PM, PDT | The Film Stage | See recent The Film Stage news »
Men in the 21st century find themselves at an interesting crossroads. There is a burgeoning awareness of men and the importance of their looks, a burden that was almost exclusively laid at the feet of the fairer sex (at least in modernity, and when talking in broad generalizations). Taking on these traditionally female-branded concerns means that the identity of man is shifting. This question, one that affects men across our great nation, deserves an educational and thorough documentary to explore why this movement is happening, what its possible consequences are, and reasoning out whether this is for good, for ill, or not worth our time.
Mansome the new documentary from Morgan Spurlock, is not that movie. Nor does it try to be. It’s a lighthearted take at these large, sex-defining questions that fits perfectly in the director’s oeuvre. Spurlock whose big break, the 2004 documentary Super Size Me, took the question “is McDonalds healthy? »
- jpraup@gmail.com (thefilmstage.com)
Mansome Trailer: Will Arnett and Jason Bateman Go to the Spa
23 April 2012 12:07 PM, PDT | BuzzSugar | See recent BuzzSugar news »
Documentarian Morgan Spurlock took on the country's growing health epidemic in Super Size Me and the expansive advertising industry in The Greatest Movie Ever Sold, but now he's tackling an even bigger issue: manscaping. In the trailer for Spurlock's new film, Mansome, Will Arnett and Jason Bateman work with Spurlock to get to the bottom of why men's maintenance has become more important than ever in recent years, with the help of some celebs as well as everyday guys. Clearly this movie isn't as serious as the director's previous projects, but it does look kind of hilarious. Arnett and Bateman have perfected their bro-chemistry (thanks to Arrested Development), and I definitely got a kick out of them in mud masks. While I'm still not sure about the balance between funny and fact, I'm happy to listen to Zach Galifianakis wax poetic about facial hair any day. The flick premiered this week at Tribeca, »
- BuzzSugar
Trailer for Mustachioed Spurlock’s Mansome
23 April 2012 11:02 AM, PDT | The Hollywood News | See recent The Hollywood News news »
Why not feast your peepers on the trailer for Morgan Spurlock’s (Super Size Me) new documentary, Mansome? The film analyses the identity of men in modern times, and touches on an array of subjects; from the modern male’s humorous obsession with manscaping and grooming products, to the more serious mental condition of body dysmorphic disorder.
It features interviews with Will Arnett (Blades Of Glory) and Jason Bateman (Arrested Development) – who also co-executively produced the film – as well as Judd Apatow (Funny People), Paul Rudd (Anchorman), Zach Galifianakis (The Hangover), and John Waters (Serial Mom).
Mansome also seeks out the opinions of the general public in a bid to determine what being a man means, during a time where the definition of masculinity is more uncertain than ever.
Mansome is due for release in the Us on 18th May. There is no date set for a UK release as yet, »
- Martin Daniel McDonagh
‘Mansome’ Trailer – Morgan Spurlock Goes From Big Macs To Beards With Jason Bateman & Will Arnett
20 April 2012 1:20 PM, PDT | The Film Stage | See recent The Film Stage news »
He’s tackled McDonalds, Osama Bin Laden, the entire Hollywood marketing system, and most recently Comic-Con. Now, documentary filmmaker Morgan Spurlock is taking on the vital issue of male grooming with Mansome. He explores everything from the pubic area to the top of the head with producers Will Arnett and Jason Bateman, who also appear in the film.
We recently got our first clips, but now a trailer has arrived and it looks to be an entertaining, light look at a often hushed topic. It takes me almost a month to grow anything resembling decent-looking facial hair, so while I won’t relate, the doc still looks like some fun. Also featuring Paul Rudd, Zach Galifianakis, Adam Carolla, Judd Apatow and even John Waters, check it out below via EW.
Synopsis:
Wild chops, muttons, and handlebars are not just gamey cuts of meat or motorcycle accessories anymore. They are terms »
- jpraup@gmail.com (thefilmstage.com)
'Arrested Development' reunion alert! The Bluth brothers demonstrate the art of shaving -- Video
20 April 2012 8:09 AM, PDT | EW.com - PopWatch | See recent EW.com - PopWatch news »
There’s a video of the Brothers Bluth trading quips while shaving, and you thought we wouldn’t write a post about it? Come on!
Will Arnett and Jason Bateman have teamed up to produce Mansome, the latest documentary from Super Size Me director Morgan Spurlock. (Guess Tony Hale was busy?) According to its official synopsis, the doc — which premieres tomorrow at the Tribeca Film Festival — examines questions of masculinity “in the age of manscaping, metrosexuals, and grooming products galore.” The film also includes candid interviews with funnymen like Paul Rudd and Zach Galifianakis — as well as moments like the following clip, »
- Hillary Busis
Watch Mansome's Jason Bateman and Will Arnett Get Bromantic…While Shaving?!
20 April 2012 5:00 AM, PDT | E! Online - UK | See recent E! Online - UK news »
Mani, pedi, facials, spa treatments, you say? Sounds like it's male bonding time for Jason Bateman and Will Arnett! Intrepid documentarian Morgan Spurlock, who gorged on Happy Meals in Super Size Me and explored Hollywood product placement in The Greatest Movie Ever Sold, now trains his astute eye on a hirsute subject: male grooming. And he's got two funnymen to help guide him along: the Arrested Development Bluths both star and are executive producers! Shall we slather on the facial masks? More: Five Buzzworthy Movies at the Tribeca Film Festival The film, which premieres at the Tribeca Film Festival on Saturday, takes a look at the high-maintenance world of male »
Watch Mansome's Jason Bateman and Will Arnett Get Bromantic…While Shaving?!
20 April 2012 5:00 AM, PDT | E! Online | See recent E! Online news »
Mani, pedi, facials, spa treatments, you say? Sounds like it's male bonding time for Jason Bateman and Will Arnett! Intrepid documentarian Morgan Spurlock, who gorged on Happy Meals in Super Size Me and explored Hollywood product placement in The Greatest Movie Ever Sold, now trains his astute eye on a hirsute subject: male grooming. And he's got two funnymen to help guide him along: the Arrested Development Bluths both star and are executive producers! Shall we slather on the facial masks? More: Five Buzzworthy Movies at the Tribeca Film Festival The film, which premieres at the Tribeca Film Festival on Saturday, takes a look at the high-maintenance world of male »
10 Documentaries to Watch at the Tribeca Film Festival
18 April 2012 1:00 PM, PDT | Speakeasy/Wall Street Journal | See recent Speakeasy/Wall Street Journal news »
Getty Images Atmosphere during the 2012 Tribeca Film Festival at the 92Y Tribeca on April 18, 2012 in New York City.
The Tribeca Film Festival may have its fair share of Hollywood glitz. Witness this year’s closing night film, the would-be summer blockbuster “The Avengers.” But New York moviegoers are advised to look closely at the festival’s smaller, often more satisfying nonfiction movies. Past Tribeca festivals have hosted such documentary award-winners as “Street Fight” (2005), “Jesus Camp” (2006), “Taxi to the Dark Side »
- Anthony Kaufman
Tribeca 2012: Preview
18 April 2012 2:08 AM, PDT | WeAreMovieGeeks.com | See recent WeAreMovieGeeks.com news »
The 2012 Tribeca Film Festival officially kicks off tonight with a screening of The Five- Year Engagement. That of course means my Tff experience officially starts tomorrow with the first of many early morning press screenings. I currently have a temporary schedule consisting of 15 films spread across 5 days. I also plan to check out some online screenings, as well as a few festival events. Since most interview opportunities seem to be falling on days when I will not be at the fest, I.ve decided to play it by ear much like last year. Also like last year, you will be able to see my Tribeca experience unfold in real-time by following @GetStuck on Twitter.
For now, here are some of the films we are most looking forward to this year:
2 Days In New York
This deliriously witty follow-up to 2 Days In Paris finds Marion (writer/director Julie Delpy) living a »
- Jerry Cavallaro
Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan's Hope
13 April 2012 12:11 PM, PDT | JustPressPlay.net | See recent JustPressPlay news »
For his latest documentary, Morgan Spurlock puts the typical stunts and narrating style he employed in Super Size Me, Where in the World is Osama Bin Laden? and even The Simpsons 20th Anniversary Special on hiatus and stays behind the camera, letting the interviewees speak for themselves, which they do with just as much humor and clarity.
As a result, Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan’s Hope is a lighthearted collection of fans talking about what they love about the yearly event in San Diego that gets all the geek juices flowing. It plays more like a reunion video than a documentary mainly because it has no drive to it. It follows a handful of subjects from their hometown to the Con, but never draws a thematic line between them other than the shared general notion of succeeding in what they hope to get out of it as fans (that's »
- Arya Ponto
Zoë's Movie Review: Comic-con Episode IV: A Fan’S Hope
11 April 2012 | The Daily BLAM! | See recent The Daily BLAM! news »
During 2010's San Diego Comic Con, famed documentarian Morgan Spurlock (Super Size Me, The Greatest Movie Ever Sold) teamed up with comics industry icon Stan Lee, director/producer Joss Whedon and Kevin Smith to create an honest behind-the-scenes look at the world's biggest pop culture event. I am going to give an honest fan’s review of this documentary instead of a professional critique because I am too emotionally invested in the material to offer an unbiased opinion. That being said, I loved this film. When I heard about this project two years ago I fully believed in the message it wanted to bring. However, as the geek world has been continuously expanding, I grew steadily hesitant. More people are looking to explore and represent geek culture in mainstream media with TV shows such as »
- Zoë Gulliksen
Morgan Spurlock On Why He Stayed Behind The Camera For Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan's Hope
10 April 2012 12:35 AM, PDT | cinemablend.com | See recent Cinema Blend news »
Since making his directorial debut with Super Size Me in 2004, Morgan Spurlock has not only made a name for himself as a documentarian but also as a personality. Just about all of his films feature himself in the middle of the action, whether it.s about eating nothing but McDonalds for 30 days, searching for Osama Bin Laden, or trying to finance a film using only money for corporate sponsors. For Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan's Hope, however, he decided to go with a different tactic. Touring the San Diego Convention Center in the film is not Spurlock himself, but rather camera crews following individuals who have a goal to accomplish at the event. But why did Spurlock decide to stay behind the scenes for his latest project? I recently had the chance to find out. Prior to the film.s release I sat down one-on-one with Morgan Spurlock to talk »
14 Things You Need To Know About A 'Day In The Life' Of Joel McHale
9 April 2012 3:43 PM, PDT | Huffington Post | See recent Huffington Post news »
When he's not on set of "The Soup" or "Community," Joel McHale can usually be found speeding around Hollywood in his silver Porsche -- unless he's filming a viral parody ad.
The actor and comedian allowed a camera crew to track his behind-the-scenes movements for in his regular routine as part of Morgan Spurlock's "Day In The Life" series on Hulu.
Spurlock -- known for his original documentaries, particularly 2004's "Super Size Me" -- and his camera crew followed McHale from his first step into E Studios until he drives off into the dusk after a long day of filming.
"What I love about Joel is watching him get inside his car and take off, leaving our crew in the dust in literally seconds as he zips around town," Spurlock told The Huffington Post. "I hope people see how quickly Joel tries to get places in his career."
McHale »
- The Huffington Post
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