I saw this out of the corner of my eye at the video store so I rented it. It's not bad, but it's not great. Only an hour that I probably would have wasted anyway. Some of the skits are funny, like How To Remove The Raisins, The Wrapper, Why Jello Makes A Bad Doorstop, and a few of the How To Aggravate skits, but Len's tempo is off most of the time. Timing's good, just some of the skits needed to end sooner than they did. If your curious, watch it. If not, you're not going to lose sleep over it.
21 Reviews
A collection of skits you love to hate
mutiplepurpose20 October 2010
When I rate a movie on IMDb, I do so according to how entertaining it is (i.e how well it keeps my attention and interest) and as such this movie does a fine job of it for most of the skits. The humor is juvenile, though not really toilet most of the time, and the concepts are creative if poorly presented. You feel like you are watching someones home movies; and probably are. You will chuckle on occasion, and you will comment on how awful some of the skits and acting and presentation and budget are in this flick, but for the most part you won't be able to look away.
Eventually you will find it monotonous and repetitive near the end but all in all it is a good time killer and a good film to ignore while your doing the dishes. Sure to be a cult film if it isn't there already.
Eventually you will find it monotonous and repetitive near the end but all in all it is a good time killer and a good film to ignore while your doing the dishes. Sure to be a cult film if it isn't there already.
Bizarre and obscure
tonyu-225 May 2001
This is strange stuff.
Len Cella has compiled a time capsule of odd shorts, some very short... often lasting only a few seconds. They range from extraordinarily dumb to genuinely profound, or vice-versa depending on how open-minded you are. Moron Movies is certainly not for all tastes and it sometimes requires some dedicated soul searching in order to keep from asking yourself, "Why the hell am I watching this?".
However... don't give up on it before asking yourself why somebody would cook up such a silly collection of sketches... and why a commercial distributer would agree to pick it up and distribute Moron Movies in the first place, or why some of these sketches were aired from time to time on Carson's stint of The Tonight Show many years before Moron Movies was actually compiled and distributed. There's some inspired lunacy among the sketches that requires some investigation and thought. Of course, there's also some lamebrained efforts in this mix that make no sense at all. You decide.
Make no mistake, Moron Movies might be totally wacko and so bad it's funny in an Ed Wood Jr'ish sort of way. But then perhaps that was the whole point to begin with. It's sure not for everybody but for those who tend to share the same lunacy as Len Cella it can produce some good laughs... and those people could well find themselves repeating some of the catch phrases contained in Moron Movies in spite of themselves...
"I can type 90 words a minute but nobody will hire me just because I'm a shark."
"Does this aggravate ya? Huh? Heh heh heh..."
"They made this out of an old Buick."
As a last note, it's worth the trip through this stuff to watch Len shuffle a stack of sliced salami.
Hey, if Johnny Carson can find merit in Cella's skits, that in itself is saying something. Some people are going to love Moron Movies. Of course, others will simply record cartoons over it.
Len Cella has compiled a time capsule of odd shorts, some very short... often lasting only a few seconds. They range from extraordinarily dumb to genuinely profound, or vice-versa depending on how open-minded you are. Moron Movies is certainly not for all tastes and it sometimes requires some dedicated soul searching in order to keep from asking yourself, "Why the hell am I watching this?".
However... don't give up on it before asking yourself why somebody would cook up such a silly collection of sketches... and why a commercial distributer would agree to pick it up and distribute Moron Movies in the first place, or why some of these sketches were aired from time to time on Carson's stint of The Tonight Show many years before Moron Movies was actually compiled and distributed. There's some inspired lunacy among the sketches that requires some investigation and thought. Of course, there's also some lamebrained efforts in this mix that make no sense at all. You decide.
Make no mistake, Moron Movies might be totally wacko and so bad it's funny in an Ed Wood Jr'ish sort of way. But then perhaps that was the whole point to begin with. It's sure not for everybody but for those who tend to share the same lunacy as Len Cella it can produce some good laughs... and those people could well find themselves repeating some of the catch phrases contained in Moron Movies in spite of themselves...
"I can type 90 words a minute but nobody will hire me just because I'm a shark."
"Does this aggravate ya? Huh? Heh heh heh..."
"They made this out of an old Buick."
As a last note, it's worth the trip through this stuff to watch Len shuffle a stack of sliced salami.
Hey, if Johnny Carson can find merit in Cella's skits, that in itself is saying something. Some people are going to love Moron Movies. Of course, others will simply record cartoons over it.
A brilliant foray into deadpanned absurdist comedy...
Alexis_Brooke12 March 2008
Warning: Spoilers
I was torn over how to rate Moron Movies. The pure novelty of this collection of (very) short skits urged me to give it nine or ten stars; however, this film is not without its flaws. A number of the clips are simply not that funny, and a fair percentage of those that do have potential end up falling flat.
Nevertheless, the majority of the clips, well, they work, and most of those work incredibly well. Moron Movies is not for everyone. In fact, I would go so far as to say that most people will not be capable of appreciating this. The production cost is virtually nil, and this is made readily apparent by the visual quality of the film. Also, the movie consists of a cast of one: Len Cella himself.
Most viewers will consider Moron Movies as utter tripe and a horrendous waste of time. And, for these viewers, I will agree that it probably is.
However, if you subscribe to the old adage that, sometimes, we must bow to the absurd, and the scope of your sense of humour extends to areas that allow you to laugh at a resentful man complaining in earnest about how the limp monkey tail they replaced his severed finger with "isn't worth a damn", then Moron Movies is definitely something you will be able to appreciate. A good 75% of the skits you will laugh out loud at, and a precious few will introduce lines that you will be repeating for the rest of your life.
Nevertheless, the majority of the clips, well, they work, and most of those work incredibly well. Moron Movies is not for everyone. In fact, I would go so far as to say that most people will not be capable of appreciating this. The production cost is virtually nil, and this is made readily apparent by the visual quality of the film. Also, the movie consists of a cast of one: Len Cella himself.
Most viewers will consider Moron Movies as utter tripe and a horrendous waste of time. And, for these viewers, I will agree that it probably is.
However, if you subscribe to the old adage that, sometimes, we must bow to the absurd, and the scope of your sense of humour extends to areas that allow you to laugh at a resentful man complaining in earnest about how the limp monkey tail they replaced his severed finger with "isn't worth a damn", then Moron Movies is definitely something you will be able to appreciate. A good 75% of the skits you will laugh out loud at, and a precious few will introduce lines that you will be repeating for the rest of your life.
Puke (in record time)
vattenpojke12 October 2004
The case says it lasts 60 minutes. I lasted three, count 'em, three. The premises of the little skits were plausible enough, but nothing was funny. It's just not funny. "Stupid" doesn't go far enough. "Obnoxious" approaches the right word, but you still can't see the correct word from the Land of Obnoxious. It's still beyond the horizon, though people there will point you in the right direction. "Abandon all hope" says the sign that way.
I put my one point vote in for formality's sake, but I wish there were a zero or negative number to select. "Manos, the Hands of Fate" and "Plan 9 from Outer Space" are good dog movies. They meant well, but missed. This collection of puke-masters actually attempts to assassinate you, and comes close. Go ahead. Watch ten minutes. Your brain will gel and start wiggling. Plus, 1985 and the guy is still wearing leisure suits and glasses meant for the Hubble Space Telescope.
I put my one point vote in for formality's sake, but I wish there were a zero or negative number to select. "Manos, the Hands of Fate" and "Plan 9 from Outer Space" are good dog movies. They meant well, but missed. This collection of puke-masters actually attempts to assassinate you, and comes close. Go ahead. Watch ten minutes. Your brain will gel and start wiggling. Plus, 1985 and the guy is still wearing leisure suits and glasses meant for the Hubble Space Telescope.
Too bad I can't give a negative rating
xaar7 May 2006
This has got to be the most retarded thing I have ever seen. I now feel dumber for having seen this. To call the man responsible for this disgrace, human, is a gross insult to the rest of humanity. Spare yourself this cruel and unusual punishment, and stay as far from this travesty as possible. To my own discredit, I actually watched the whole thing... just hoping that it was some sort of sadistic joke that would get better as it progressed... I was sadly disappointed. Unfortunately, 1 was the lowest rating I was able to give, as 0 is not an option. Anyone that actually found any part of this film even slightly humorous... May God have mercy on your soul.
Forget what they say, these are HILARIOUS movies!Forget
chuckhaab2 August 2004
Forget what anybody says. If you watch moron movies with a bunch of friends, there is something wrong with your souls if you don't all laugh out loud to these movies! I must admit, it's obviously a very low budget, the acting needs work (but that's what gives it much of its worth). And it's so stupid and simple, yet I think it's brilliant at the same time. How in the heck could this guy sit around all day and think of some of the stuff that he's thrown into this work, no, this ART! ANybody who does watch this work of art, and not laugh at it's simplicity, really needs to relax a little. I would HIGHLY recommend watching these, especially with friends.
The absolute worst piece of cinema I have ever experienced...
JesusSweets20 June 2002
This is the worst "movie" I have ever seen. I honestly cannot put in words how unbelievably bad this is. I didn't know what to expect from Moron Movies when I first rented it. The description on the back of the rental case seemed funny enough, so I decided to watch. The description on the back of the rental case also defines the word "deceiving." The "movie" consists of about 100 or so short (some lasting a fortunate 15 seconds) skits about things ranging from an alternate use for broccoli to "King Dong." Also, there is only one person in the entire film. I am fairly certain he created, "acted", and taped each and every torturous moment of this sinful film. There really isn't much more to say about Moron Movies... I'm not sure why this didn't get Number 1 on the 100 all time bad movies. Hopefully someday it will....
These shorts are so Bad they are classic a must see
somairot61630 January 2002
These shorts are so Bad they are classic.. a must see..Len Cella is so dumb that it's a riot Didn't want to keep watching but couldn't keep my eyes off of it. A definate cult classic..Unfortunately it's OOP and hard to come by..Again A MUST SEE...Len Cella You are the man!!!!!!!!!!!
This is pretty bad!
ian_willson28 April 2001
I thought that this might be a cool alternative, underground sort of flick..... it's just a series of not very funny one liner type gags... like "Jello makes a lousy doorstop" or "how to kick yourself" or "How to tell if you're drunk"
I won't be renting Moron Movies 2
I won't be renting Moron Movies 2
this is hilarious!! (if its your type of humor)
CRXgoon19 June 2001
I've seen the moron movies so many times, and it gets funnier every time. From what I understand, many of these sketches were taken from work that Len Cella did for the Johnny Carson Show. The quality is horrendous, and maybe about half the sketches are painfully not funny. However, if you are in silly mood, and appreciate random humor as I do, you just may enjoy it. Oh, and Moron Movies 2 isn't nearly as good.
The Original Vines
cgearheart1 December 2018
Warning: Spoilers
Moron Movies just goes to show that Len Cella had a ton of time on his hands and no money to show with it; which is not a bad thing.
Moron movies is a video composed of several short vignettes depicting the same actor doing and saying ridiculous things. Whether he's drilling holes into crackers, putting shoes on his ears, cutting carrots with a door, squishing chocolates, slurping spaghetti loudly, or wrangling fake hamburgers, Len Cella always had another random idea up his sleeve.
Crazy and preposterous indeed, but is it any different than the crazy memes and vines that graced YouTube 30 years later? Moron Movies is essentially the first vine collection and is a hilarious study of one very bored man goofing around.
Moron movies is a video composed of several short vignettes depicting the same actor doing and saying ridiculous things. Whether he's drilling holes into crackers, putting shoes on his ears, cutting carrots with a door, squishing chocolates, slurping spaghetti loudly, or wrangling fake hamburgers, Len Cella always had another random idea up his sleeve.
Crazy and preposterous indeed, but is it any different than the crazy memes and vines that graced YouTube 30 years later? Moron Movies is essentially the first vine collection and is a hilarious study of one very bored man goofing around.
Pretty Weak, but two funny clips.
lovemaster13 December 2001
I must preface my thoughts by saying that I haven't seen this movie in a few years, but i do distinctly remember two of the 'moron movie' clips making my viewing worth it. Granted, the clips combined might be almost a minute out of the whole film, but they were great.
Although two of the clips were funny, this movie gives me hope. If these guys can make a movie, maybe me and my friends can.
Although two of the clips were funny, this movie gives me hope. If these guys can make a movie, maybe me and my friends can.
P*** your pants funny
funnyboy883 January 2003
Oh my god, this video is so stupid, you will p*** your pants laughing. It is very refreshingly funny. Although there are a couple slow parts, it's worth watching the whole thing. I wish everyone in the world could see this movie. It's unfortunate that it is so unknown.
Worst Movie Ever
jmillhouse20 May 2002
This is truly the worst movie I have ever seen. It is not even remotely funny. The skits are stupid, the premise is stupid. The only reason I laughed was because I could not believe I was sitting through this movie. Watching this movie is a complete waste of time. Anyone responsible for making or releasing this movie should be fired if not arrested.
Vaguely fascinating
atari_1984@hotmail.com14 October 2004
I have to say, this is not a good movie, BUT it is a fascinating one. It taps directly into the "This taste's awful, here, try some" nature of humanity. Try this experiment; rent the movie. Go somewhere where people will wander through and put the movie on. People will wander in, and say "What are you watching?". Then they will start talking about how stupid the skits are. Then they will say they can't believe they are watching it. Then they will say they are leaving...but they won't. Then they will slowly sink to their seat, all while badmouthing the movie. When the next person wanders by, like as not the exact same thing will happen. And the next. And the next. These movies are human flypaper, and eventually, you will laugh.
FOR MORONS ONLY
bbrasher129 July 2002
The title says it all.
Shot with a home video camera, this so-called comedy features one "actor" in a series of 15-30 second one-liners, none of which are even remotely funny. While it's not as painful to watch as LEONARD PART 6 and nowhere near as bad, it did absolutely nothing for me. So dull, I find it difficult to write a scathing review.
At least LEONARD PART 6 and RAPTOR afforded me that opportunity.
Rating: One sub-mediocre * out of *****
Shot with a home video camera, this so-called comedy features one "actor" in a series of 15-30 second one-liners, none of which are even remotely funny. While it's not as painful to watch as LEONARD PART 6 and nowhere near as bad, it did absolutely nothing for me. So dull, I find it difficult to write a scathing review.
At least LEONARD PART 6 and RAPTOR afforded me that opportunity.
Rating: One sub-mediocre * out of *****
Simply Awful
jon131025 July 2002
Moron Movies is the absolute worst movie I have seen in my entire life. The skits in this movie are entirely pointless and just not funny. I think that by watching this film I became less intelligent. I could actually feel my brain cells dying. Anyone who makes a movie (and I use that word very loosely)like this deserves to be put in a burlap sack, drug into the street and beaten severely with shards of bamboo. At the least, the man deserves a swift kick in the crotch. Put simply, its awful.
Len Cella is the King of Comedy!
Punk_as_hell11 November 2002
Len Cella is the King of Comedy! Period! This collection of 100, 30 second videos is freaking great! Pure genius! If the SNL guys would take a hint from Mr. Cella they could easily reclaim their former glory. Sketches like "Truck Wrestler", "How To Kick Yourself, parts 1 and 2", and "Why Animals Should Wear Underwear" are just a few of the few comic gems that shine in this treasure chest of pirate's booty. I will secede that there are some sketches in the middle that are repetitive but they are few and the other movies more than make up for them.
If you don't like this collection it could be that the jokes are to sophisticated for you, I recommend watching a movie like Legally Blonde, the jokes in that would probably be less of a challenge for you.
I give this collection five asterisk's out of five.
And you better believe that once I get my hands on a copy of More Moron Movies I am going to watch it because I am sure that Len Cella will not disappoint, and keep me rolling in the aisle all the way through.
Thank you, and God bless you Len Cella, King of Comedy, keep spreading the good word!
If you don't like this collection it could be that the jokes are to sophisticated for you, I recommend watching a movie like Legally Blonde, the jokes in that would probably be less of a challenge for you.
I give this collection five asterisk's out of five.
And you better believe that once I get my hands on a copy of More Moron Movies I am going to watch it because I am sure that Len Cella will not disappoint, and keep me rolling in the aisle all the way through.
Thank you, and God bless you Len Cella, King of Comedy, keep spreading the good word!
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