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Between Two Ferns: The Movie
2019 82 min United States of America R 16+
★6.3
Comedy
Director: Scott Aukerman
Trailers
Description
Galifianakis dreamed of becoming a star. But when Will Ferrell discovered his public access TV show, 'Between Two Ferns' and uploaded it to Funny or Die, Zach became a viral laughing stock. Now Zach and his crew are taking a road trip to complete a series of high-profile celebrity interviews and restore his reputation.
Starring
Zach Galifianakis
Actor
Matthew McConaughey
Actor
Rekha Shankar
Actor
Awards
Nominated for 1 Primetime Emmy. 1 win & 2 nominations total
Key opinion
Between Two Ferns: The Movie effectively translates its short-form satirical talk-show format into a narrative road-movie structure. While fans of Zach Galifianakis’s deadpan persona and cynical humor will find plenty to enjoy, the film’s heavy reliance on specific American cultural references may alienate international audiences.
| Acting | Zach Galifianakis anchors the film with a committed and charming performance that successfully carries the deadpan comedic style. | |
| Screenplay | The narrative structure provides a functional and improved framework for the show's existing format compared to previous sketch-only iterations. | |
| Originality | The film functions as an effective satire of the talk-show industry and the celebrity interview circuit. | |
| Culture | The humor is deeply rooted in American media culture, creating a divide where domestic viewers appreciate the nuance while international audiences may find the jokes inaccessible. |