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To say that being a Will Ferrell fan is challenging is an understatement. I've never laughed harder than in some of his films, and others I can't even get through. This one would fall into the latter category if not for the covid lockdown, but there just isn't that much else to do right now. You could argue that some of the supporting actors have good performances, the Icelandic cinematography is pleasant, even the songs aren't that bad (well, they're supposed to be bad, but they're good at being bad). You could criticize the film for plot or scenes that basically plagiarize other Ferrell projects (Old School, Zoolander). But ultimately, a comedy just needs to be funny and this is not. Other than one scene where he is yelling at some American tourists, there is nothing close to laughable in this film. Also, Will is looking awkwardly old for a guy who was supposedly the same age as his musical partner when they were children.

I can see by reading through the reviews here that this film begets a lot of anger in a lot of people. It's often said that the best art will draw a strong reaction from people, which is clearly the case here. I am one of those who found this film riveting from start to end. Ultimately the story may feel unresolved, but I think that is the point. The acting was great as was the soundtrack and cinematography. It is rare that I find a film so compelling that I will watch it in one sitting from beginning to end. My Netflix account is filled with half watched films that I will likely never finish. This is not one of those films.

It was watchable and had a few humorous moments throughout but I laughed much more during the credit outtakes than during any other part of the film. They probably should have just rolled that for 90 minutes.