Napoleon Dynamite Movie
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Storyline
TAGLINES
He's out to prove he's got nothing to prove.
It's Gonna Be a Dynamite Summer
Same planet...different flippin' world.
Preston, Idaho's most curious resident, Napoleon Dynamite (Heder), lives with his grandma and his 32-year-old brother (who cruises chat rooms for ladies) and works to help his best friend, Pedro (Efren Ramirez), snatch the Student Body President title from mean teen Summer Wheatley (Haylie Duff).
| Jon Heder | Napoleon Dynamite |
| Jon Gries | Uncle Rico |
| Efren Ramirez | Pedro Sanchez |
| Aaron Ruell | Kip Dynamite |
| Diedrich Bader | Rex |
| Tina Majorino | Deb |
| Sandy Martin | Grandma |
| Haylie Duff | Summer Wheatly |
| Trevor Snarr | Don |
| Emily Tyndall | Trisha Stevens |
| Shondrella Avery | LaFawnduh Lucas |
| Bracken Johnson | Randy |
| Carmen Brady | Starla |
| Ellen Dubin | Ilene |
| J.C. Cunningham | Jock #1 |
| Jared Hess |
6.90 out of 10 (51031 votes)
Visitor Reviews
There is a plot AND deeper meaning...
posted on 30 Aug 2009You just don't get it. And that's not a slam or an insult because even many who like it keep saying the plot is thin and the film has no meaning. The proof is that anyone who bothers to watch it more than once will say they like it more and it makes more sense each time they watch it. Why is that? I thought this film was nothing but site gags and one-liners? Wouldn't that cause the film to get old real quick? Ask yourself why this has become a cult-classic. It's not difficult to see why.To say this movie is not complicated is an understatement. So why is the premise and meaning is still lost on so many people? Because of their expectations and preconceived notions. It's not typical or formulaic or "what you'd expect." And that's what makes it so great to those of us who get it. Let all that go and appreciate Napoleon for who he is and what he wants out of life. Put yourself in his shoes or Uncle Rico's or Deb's or Pedro's. Change your perspective before you watch next time.From the very first scene on the bus to Napoleon's various dialogues (or lack of) with Pedro and Deb, this film subtly approaches some amazing character development. Uncle Rico is a realistic character and superbly played by no one I knew prior. Consider that in light of the fact this was a B-budget effort and first major attempt for Hess until Fox got a hold of it. With a nearly-no-name cast and a very dry script, the simplicity of this film holds more water than it should.That says it all in comparison to the gaudy amounts of money spent on drippy dramas and over-the-top action films that continue to disappoint. Sure, those film's plots are discernible and easy to follow - and that's what's wrong. You're being fed what you want to eat. We're giving Hollywood credit for taking the easy way out because we are to lazy to think or focus during a film. It's easier to spend a lot of money when you have it and draw in box office numbers by fooling people with big name actors and explosive plots. It's more challenging to get a mostly unknown cast, write a story about seemingly nothing, and make one of the most unlikely adored films.There is a plot and a meaning. It begins with his line on the bus, transcends through meeting Pedro and Deb, poignantly highlighted at the Prom (the shot behind the three of them during Forever Young), blatantly obvious in Pedro's speech, and wraps up perfectly in the final scene. It's so easy...
Napolean Dynamite is one of the Best Movies!
posted on 29 Aug 2009I loved the movie, it is one of my favorite movies! I've watched it everytime and still laughed! It is more of an adult humor, but I think it is very funny. Adults may like it because they can relate to it (school and everything) , but I find it very funny. Either you will like it or you won't. My friend didn't get the homor, but I did. I think anyone who likes comdey should see it.
The Best Stupid Movie of All Year
posted on 28 Aug 2009I loved this movie! It was so funny! I laughed so hard at his stupid antics and funny sayings! The best movie of the year by far! It was hilarious! I think Pedro is the coolest! Debbie has pretty funny hair! Great! Terrific masterpiece! It was the greatest movie in my lifetime!It was a great way to end a fantastic year in the movie industry! It was like a few of the movies this year! It didn't completely blow the fish right out of the water!I absolutely loved it! It was so freaking funny!I think this movie was great! Napoleon's Uncle Rico was extremely funny! He made me laugh for hours upon hours! It is a great deal of fun!
Chances are you'll love it or hate it
posted on 27 Aug 2009In my experience with this film most people who watch it have one of a few reactions. Here they are:
1."I can't believe how boring and pointless that movie was."
2."That movie was so stupid it's funny. I could've made a movie like that."
3."That was the most fun I've had watching a movie in a long time!"
A small group of people end up in the, "Yeah, it was kinda funny" group. In other words, if you still haven't seen this, chances are you'll either love it or hate it. I loved it. When I walked out of the theater after watching this film I said to my wife, "That was the most fun I've had watching a movie in a long time." I watch about a movie a month.
A lot of the people in the first group tend to complain of the movie's lack of plot. Many of these same people also claim that those of us who enjoyed this movie did so at Napoleon's expense- i.e. we laugh because we feel superior to him (see the above Amazon review.) I disagree with both notions. The plot certainly is simple and it's often obscured by the near continual stream of one-liners and gags. But there is a story here. It's about a nerdy kid and his nerdy friends who end up achieving more than they ever expected to and make themselves happy along the way.
But few people, if any, are going around telling their friends to see this movie because of the great feel good story. Most people that enjoyed this film enjoyed it because they laughed so hard at all the gags and one-liners. I know I did.
But I wasn't laughing because I felt superior to Napoleon and all the real life people he represents. I laughed because I know, to a degree, what it's like to be Napoleon. I sat in class drawing "medieval warriors" and whatnot. I set up plywood ramps on the sidewalk in front of my house to ride my bike over. I remember regarding the popular girls as some sort of unattainable goddesses, and the dudes they hung around with as meathead jocks. I'm not alone here, and I'm not trying to portray myself as part of some sort of nerd elite. Most people can relate to what I'm talking about. Yeah, the character of Napoleon took the whole idea to an extreme. But would the movie have been funny if it didn't? Of course not.
So if you haven't seen this movie and you're wondering whether you'll like it, be aware that the humor is simple and the story is simpler. And don't feel guilty for laughing at Napoleon. Odds are you or someone you know probably have a little in common with him. That's why I found it so fun to watch.
We need more like this!
posted on 27 Aug 2009My guess is that the few bad reviews posted are because of the lack of sex, violence and profanity in this movie. It's nice, for a change, to simply be entertained and not disgusted by repulsive toilet humor. Hopefully Jared Hess will continue to respect our sensibilities and make more like this.
ITS GOOD FOR THE SOUL
posted on 27 Aug 2009FIRST TIME I SAW IT I WAS IN BAD ANXIETY.I HAVE GAD.IT TOOK MY MIND OFF MY ANXIETY AND STRESS,ITS SO CUTE AND SWEET.URE NOT SURE WHAT YR IT IS.LOL
I ORDERED IT.I WATCH IT WEEKLY.ITS GOOD TO WATCH WHEN URE STRESSED.I SEE IT IN A DIFFERENT LIGHT.ITS JUST ABOUT A HIGHSCHOOL OF NERDS BUT THEY HAVE FEELINGS AND ARE SWEET.
IM SO GLAD I HAVE IT
Are you people serious??
posted on 26 Aug 2009Best movie of the year??!! I don't mean to sound like a holy roller here, but that really makes me sad/angry at the MTV culture our society has created. Praytell, what exactly was it about this movie that was so freakin hilarious? Was it the scene in the hallway when Napolean was getting punched in the stomach? Or was it when he was forced to play tether ball alone because the "popular" girl was just too cool? Oh, no, maybe it was the scene Trish was forced to go to the dance with him out of pity by her mother. Now, I may be lacking in a "sense of humor" here, but folks, that's just not funny. And the fact that the entire theatre was cracking up at everything Napolean and his brother said and did disgusted me. This is the only movie I or my brother have ever walked out on and we are glad we did.It may have been barable if it was not pitched as a comedy by the beautiful people that run MTV these days. It really shed light on what people who are considered the "outcasts" in high school go through on a regular basis. It should have raised people's awareness and inspired them to make more of an effort to be kind to those people, not laugh at them for God's sake. Are people really getting satisfaction arguing whether he was a dork/loser/nerd? What are you a jerk/bastard/or asshole?
not good this is a pointless movie
posted on 26 Aug 2009It sucked it makes no sense its a huge waste of time and has stupidly-clever remarks.i didn't like this because it was dumb it makes no sense he goes to a karate class then he goes to a dance then he's living with his uncle who sells containers and wants to buy a time machine to play football kip's girlfriend comes Pedro runs for class president and he does an assembly that leads to Napleon dancing for no reason what so ever. its dumb stupid pointless.......this movie is extremely pointless do not watch it unless you yourself have a pointless life then you may watch it i warn you . you should rather watch a 1950 classic a a wife murdering her husband..OK thats my opinion i hope u follow it or u will lead your self to a waste of an hour and a half
Just plain awful
posted on 25 Aug 2009This movie is so awful. There are a few chuckle moments if you think someone getting hit in the face with a steak, or ...well actually that was the only chuckle moment. I was bored stiff and actually started reading a book during it. I can't believe I finished it but it certainly wasn't worth it.
A thinking man's movie
posted on 25 Aug 2009If I was from Idaho, I'd be angry with this movie...GOSH!!! Actually, one thing I loved about this film is that even though it shows really, really weird people (every single person in the movie except for Deb), it's never mean. It is funny in its own way, without trying to mock a given genre or time period. It's never profane or lewd, and best of all, it's just plain weird itself. I can honestly say that I loved it.
90's - 00's Groupie Film Garbage
posted on 24 Aug 2009I finally saw this movie that was much raved about by my kids (13, 16 and 22).Now I understand the stupid and inane "Lucky" and "Yessss" that they have been spouting randomly during normal conversations.I must say I approached this film with an open mind. I wanted to see just what was so special about this movie. Best I can say after watching the whole thing is....Huh? This movie seems to be one of those "If you don't like it, you are just too un-cool". Hence, all the kids at school are jumping on the bandwagon since they want to be cool for seeing ND. I wish all of the praisers of this film would quit making it out to be something it isn't. There is NO deeper meaning or abstract message to be gleaned from it.This has to be probably THE stupidest movie I have ever seen! I am even more troubled that my kids and their friends like it. It is completely void of ANY redeeming qualities. Brainless dialog, disgusting food and bizarre situations abound. I kept waiting for the "funny part". It never came.Unless you're on serious drugs or your brain is comatose or extremely unexercised, I recommend you NOT waste your time or money on this MTV hyped film.
Be Careful or You Could Die Laughing
posted on 23 Aug 2009I have never heard my sister laugh so hard in my life. This movie is simply hilarious. From start to finish you'll find yourself wondering why you get it, but you simply do. Perhaps it the nostalgia or the knowledge that we all have some Napoleon Dynamite in all of us, some more than others.
"Hey, I know that guy."
posted on 22 Aug 2009"Hey I know that guy," will be the words rolling off your tongue when you see Napoleon Dynamite. Everybody knew a kid in grade school or high school that was exactly like Napoleon, for me it was Ninja Eric. This movie hits the nail on the head, very well written, acted, and directed. I found myself leaving the theater after the film and immediately calling old friends and telling them they had to go see this film because of the connection to our childhood. The filming location of Preston, ID was a great choice for this movie with its small town feel, but beautiful landscapes. The writing and improvisation is hilarious providing numerous lines you and your friends will be quoting for months. The DVD features absolutely riotous cut scenes; one of my favorite scenes of the entire movie was the kickball cut scene. The DVD's commentary feature is also very intuitive, and answers a few minor questions you may have after watching the film. You will laugh out loud and it only gets better each time you watch. Sweet!!
BEST Movie I've seen in years!
posted on 22 Aug 2009The originality of this flick is incredible! The acting was impeccable, as well as all the scenes. A "G" rated film where innocence is NOT the main character yet it doesn't bother you. Foul language, alcohol, sex, "coolness", are all absent, yet the funniest flick I've seen in years! I can watch it over and over again, and still laugh. It just goes to show you that pure, clean fun is still the best comedy. Unconventionally done, where anti-heroes are heroes, where unhurried dialogue is surprisingly entertaining, and simple gestures are hilarious, and where, best of all, Hollywood is not even present! KUDOS to all who participated!
Waste of a good hour
posted on 21 Aug 2009I had heard that this was a really funny movie from several of my friends so one night I was bored and decided to pick it up. First let me explain that I am a HUGE movie guy, movies are my life. So I put the movie in expecting some serious gut busting humor. I waited for it to get funny. I kept waiting. After 57 minutes of dialogue that nearly rendered me comatose, I took the movie out and returned it to Blockbuster. It was without a doubt the worst movie I have ever seen. Kung Pow, another really dumb movie is hilarious in comparison. I beg you not to waste you time and money. If you want some good laughs for the same price I can recomend watching paint dry.
The best thing about "Napoleon Dynamite" is its title
posted on 21 Aug 2009I did not know much about this independent comedy, until I saw it last weekend. I had heard that it was a surprise favorite at 2004 Sundance festival where it was met with non-stop laughing. Since I admire off-beat humor and am a big fan of a good comedy, I was ready to love or at least like "Napoleon Dynamite". I was sorely disappointed. The best and the funniest thing about "Napoleon Dynamite" (2004) is its title. By the title alone I expected the movie and its main character to be charismatic and brave as Napoleon I and explosive as dynamite or at least, unpredictable, fresh, and original. Guess what, it is none of the above. First and foremost, the movie is so boring, slow, and non-interesting that I could hardly manage to sit through it. Yes, I've read the comments that Napoleon, and his two equally sleep-walking friends, Pedro, the most impossible candidate for school president and Deb, the girl we should believe Napoleon might have a crush on and few more high school cliché characters are exactly like the regular students in a regular high school. Even if it is true and I hope that it is not always the case, I don't have to sympathize with the trio of walking zombies. ND and his friends are so bored and boring that their boredom becomes contagious - for me it was. I did not find anyone on the screen slightly interesting, leave alone sympathetic. Well, there was one exception, Napoleon's and his older brother Kip's, 32 years old Internet chat rooms addict's grandmother who was injured in a dune buggy accident (that sounded interesting or at least promising) and taken from the screen after the first fifteen minutes. She was lucky - she did not have to endure the presence of her complete idiot-nephew Rico, the ex-jock of the 1982, a door-to-door salesman, whose adventures or projects did not contribute a single funny scene or even a joke to this sophomoric excuse for a movie.
While trying not to fall asleep, I was thinking of the others, more successful and much better first movies that might have been the inspiration for ND. Wes Anderson's debut, "Bottle Rocket" (1996) even if not a masterpiece is often hilarious and always original. Todd Solondz's first feature which explores the similar subject, "Welcome to the Dollhouse" (1995) is a terrific film - brave, and passionate - real dynamite. Napoleon Dynamite" is simply forgettable.
A really great film!!!!
posted on 20 Aug 2009This is an awesome film. It is one that you either really like and can totally relate to, or really dislike, and just don't get. If you like films that just take you to someplace and let you experience it, you will like this one. Not every film has to be cool, or have fast action and dialogue, or sex, or any number of the things that seem to be requisite in modern films. In fact, you cool people- just go away. You won't get it, you'll be just like the jock in the movie that just shakes his head, laughs like an arrogant jerk and thinks it's all so stupid. You'll never understand why we like the Happy Hands Club, or join FFA, or build cakes for the one we love. Go watch some Name-Branded Hollywood Blockbuster and think you're cool- we won't miss you.
Napoleon Dynamite Review
posted on 19 Aug 2009I have to say this is the funniest movie I have seen all year. All though some of the reviews on this page may have said it was stupid or not well made, none of them denied the fact that it was hilarious. From the very first scene of this movie I was laughing so hard my friend had to tell me to shut up, but it wasnt just me either, the whole theatre thought it was funny. There really wasn't much of a main story to this movie, but there were lots of little stories along the way. It was very simply made and didn't have a lot of popular actors in it, but it was very entertaining and i would go see it many many more times.
I would give this movie a 10 but the ratings only go up to 5. You have to go see this movie!
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definitely not explosive...
posted on 31 Aug 20091 star beeing the minimum this is what it gets, I can't remember having seen anything so stupid, this movie can at best get you smile or laugh out of despair, that's it.
Not advisable for people with IQ over the room temperature.