Review of Arthur (2011) by Matthew J — 02 Jan 2013

Relies too much on the talent of a relatively unfunny comedian. The story is also very predictable and cheesy.

This review of Arthur (2011) was written by Matthew J on 02 Jan 2013.

Arthur has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Conrad T (467) on 09 Mar 2015

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By David D (2,198) on 06 Dec 2013

With a story re-made for the modern age, a script full of funny dialogue, a great cast headed by Russell Brand as Arthur, Helen Mirren as Hobson,…

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By Warren W (127) on 29 Oct 2013

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By Emma C (361) on 26 Dec 2014

One of the least funny comedies of the past century, Arthur is completely devoid of charm, wit, and laughs…

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By Stephen Rebello (292) for Playboy Online (295) on 04 Aug 2015

Although his gear-loose, party guy style fits the role, Brand's stamp on Arthur is good for some mild laughs but not much else…

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By Kyle C (838) on 14 Mar 2015

I think people hate it because it is a remake but I saw it before I new it was a remake and I fairly think that the original sucks…

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By Deborah Ross (530) for The Spectator (1,162) on 29 Aug 2018

Whereas [Dudley] Moore somehow managed to make his Arthur endearing and lovable, Brand's Arthur is puerile, infantile and hateful…

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By David M (3,086) on 01 Dec 2013

I love it...very in ur face comedy...some may feel uncomfortable with a few of Russell s jokes but I love it…

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