Mike Myers has gone from a childhood hero of hecklerspray to being one of the worst ‘comedians’ on this planet we call Earth.
So what does any actor do when they realise their popularity is at an all-time low – even lower than it was when nobody even knew who Mike Myers was? That’s right – they sign up for a role in a Quentin Tarantino movie. Works every time.
So it comes as no surprise that Wayne Campbell has joined the increasing ranks for Tarantino’s newest hype-machine, Inglorious Bastards. It’s a war film and it’s by Quentin Tarantino, so expect it to be quite insane and bring about countless complaints from idiots, while other idiots just talk as if it’s the greatest film that’s ever happened.
When it’s clear to anyone with sense that it isn’t offensive, it is good, but it isn’t the second coming.
It’s the Tarantino formula.
It’s clearly something that Mike Myers has looked in to, as he has opted to try and save his flagging reputation by signing on to Bastards. The Canadian who seems to think he is British will play General Ed Fenech, “a military mastermind who takes part in hatching a plot to wipe out Nazi leaders,” apparently. Reports that Myers will adopt his utterly hilarious Scottish accent for the part are said to be ‘unfounded as of right now, but he probably will as it’s the only accent he’s done for the last fifteen years’.
Mikey boy will be joined by cast members such as Brad Pitt, Eli Roth and B.J. Novak on the film, though we aren’t too sure who that last one is (a quick check on IMDB shows he’s one of that lot from the American version of The Office, so… err… fair enough). The film was supposedly to have Simon Pegg attached too, but scheduling difficulties got in the way, meaning the one with the tiny ears is just going to go and do another film with Nick Frost.
Not that we’re complaining, of course. They’re actually funny. Unlike Mike Myers.
Inglorious Bastards is a Tarantino remake of Inglorious Bastards, which was a remake of The Dirty Dozen. Confused? Well it has Mike Myers in it now, so it’s unlikely to get any less confusing. Prisoners escape, French underground, difficult mission – that’s about it. Expect kitsch references, a soundtrack that will be all over the radio for years to come and the semi-revival of some careers to come from it, as is always the case with Quentin Tarantino movies.
Rather than casting Myers as the hero of the piece, some sense has fortunately been seen, and his role is thankfully just a small one. Surely not big enough for him to ruin proceedings, but at the same time probably the right size for some of his reputation to be restored.
Until he brings out Austin Powers 4, which will involve the same joke being made repeatedly for two hours, and ruins himself forever.
It’s the Myers formula.
Ironlung says
did you actually read IMDB or just look at the pictures? he is a little more than, one of that lot.
blabby says
..also it isn’t a remake, and the plot is nothing at all like the Dirty Dozen, and Mike Myers is still funny. There’s nothing in your “article” to suggest that you even have a sense of humour. You’re just another douchebag with a website. kudos.
Reflexology London says
Def, Mike Myers has had its days. He’s provided a lot of laughs and i still love him. Movies are so heavy things to produce, getting it wrong is easy.
Love Tarantino too, who can do nonsense any better ?
Lol go Myers go !
Laura says
I think maybe you should do some research before you post these things. Both of Mike Myers’ parents were British citizens. He may be Canadian, but he’s part of a British family.
Steve says
This article just makes you look like a dick. Mike Myers is funny in his own way just as Adam Sandler is funny in his own way. I think it’s cool that Mike Myers is going to be in a serious movie just like I thought it was cool when Reign On Me came out. Seriously dude it’s cool that you have a blog and I realize that I don’t have to read it so why should I care but don’t just use your blog as a way to be an asshole.
Zoran says
We also call it Earth
Lane says
you could at least spell the movie title correctly for christs sake.
Jason says
Hey Ian! how does Mike Myers balls taste, cause you seem to have your mouth wrapped up all in and around them talking that shit! Mike Myers Rocks!!! O ya, his wife is hott too!! What do you have besides this crappy site. Peace Out Homo!!
DUDE says
YOU ARE THE WERST PERSON ON THIS EARTH , MIKE MYERS IS A WAYYYYY BETTER ACTOR THEN YOULL EVER BEE . :)
DUDE says
GOOD ONE !
Oceans says
What is it with people always having to post something to prove themselves, you know what is wrong with this Earth, is that people like to use their likes and use them against people who dislike their likes. And you know that’s what makes this world such a beautiful place it’s the fact that we are all different, whether other people like it or not, were not all going to agree on everything. I also despise the fact that people (which I’m not just pointing fingers at one person) like to use the word HOMO, Now If this is about me being gay its not its about having respect towards other people. So don’t fight over ridiculous things there really is no point, until we all learn to just get along this world or Earth or what ever you would like to call it will never know peace. Too Everyone Have a nice day and enjoy what you have you never know when its going to be over.
Too All Peace A Friend!!!
john says
how does it feel getting your asshole ripped apart in the comment section, Ian?
besides your article bearing absolutely no credibility, I’d have to agree with another poster in that you’re just another douchebag with a website. cheers.
Dick says
From reading the other posts I guess its Unanimous….you are officially a Douche bag. But Congrats on your review of a movie that hadn’t come out yet….Retard.
introspective says
This is the great movie. Tarantino always makes a different movies. This movie is is special too.
Faggot OP Ian says
Hello, my name is Ian, the faggot who wrote this article. I’m sorry about the negative tone I had towards Mike Myers and Inglorious Bastards…there was a large amount of sand in my vagina as I wrote it, and it just affected my mood.
Andy says
If you think Mike Myers is funny, YOU have a terrible sense of humor. Love Guru fan eh?
Andy says
The amount of stupid in this comment section is staggering. “Werst”? Comments that basically say “If yer so good, you make a better movie” You are all morons. Myers is the biggest hack in “comedy”. I do standup. We all think he sucks. COMEDIANS say that. Most of them. The article was actually well written. More than most of you in the comments can say about your 9 year old writing comprehension skills that look like they were developed by watching Reading Rainbow on Ether while taking shots of paint thinner every time the butterfly pops on the screen. The internet (and the world for that matter) would be a better place if mentally sub-par neanderthals like we have here would keep their opinions to themselves and take them to their graves. Rot in your stupidity.
Annoyed With Your Shit says
Dude, why are you so salty towards people who understand that this article sucks ass? The only thing I can agree on is that bad spelling and crammed are very annoying. Other than that, you sound like a pretentious cock smoker. Mike Meyers may not be for everyone, but he certainly is/was doing something right. Last time I checked, he is an extremely famous, talented comedy star who has become incredibly succesful. Also the last time I checked, nobody knows who the fuck YOU are. Maybe you should spend more time working on your material instead of trying to rip people apart in the web. Good luck trying not to bomb during your next show, if you actually have the balls to perform that is.