Is Zoolander a good movie?

If you are looking for a cerebral comedy, you certainly should not pick “Zoolander”. It’s dumb, rather silly and… dumb. But, it’s also good for a few laughs and is a very amiable time-passer filled with lots of amazing cameos.

What is the film Zoolander about?

Propelled to the top of the fashion world by a photogenic gaze he calls “Blue Steel,” dimwitted male model Derek Zoolander (Ben Stiller) thinks he’s got a fourth consecutive win as Male Model of the Year in the bag. But, when his rival, Hansel (Owen Wilson), unexpectedly takes the crown, Derek is crushed. He becomes easy prey for fashion designer Jacobim Mugatu (Will Ferrell), who signs Derek to star in his “Derelicte” fashion show, then brainwashes him to kill Malaysia’s prime minister.
Zoolander/Film synopsis

Why is Zoolander banned?

Zoolander was never shown in Malaysia, as the film depicts an attempted assassination of the Malaysian prime minister. Malaysia’s censorship board deemed it “definitely unsuitable”. The film was also banned in neighboring Singapore due to bilateral sensitivities and the movie’s depiction of using the drug peyote.

What age is Zoolander appropriate for?

There is daftness on display that children will likely enjoy but, frankly, the subject matter of most of the humour means that Zoolander is likely inappropriate for children under 12.

Why is Zoolander 2 unrated?

It’s rated PG-13 “for crude and sexual content, a scene of exaggerated violence, and brief strong language.” The crude and sexual content is pretty much constant throughout, the exaggerated violence scene is in the opening, when Justin Bieber gets machine-gunned in a Peckinpah-like hail of bullets (and seems to be …

Is dodgeball movie appropriate?

The movie has some very mature material, including explicit sexual humor with jokes about adultery, group sex, pornography, genital size, and bondage, along with some very strong language, including many double entendres featuring the word “balls.” Characters drink frequently, including drinking to dull pain.

When did Ben Stiller get married?

May 13, 2000 (Christine Taylor)
Ben Stiller/Wedding dates

Who is Mugatu based on?

Of course, “haute homeless” was actually adopted by outlandish and controversial designer John Galliano, on whom Ferrell’s Mugatu was based.

Can my kid watch Zoolander?

Zoolander 2 is rated M and is aimed at an adult audience. Because of its violence, sexual references, crude humour and coarse language, we don’t recommend this movie for children under 14 years.

What is Zoolander 2 rated?

PG-13
Zoolander 2/MPAA rating

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Is dodgeball a violent game?

It’s a violent game. When thrown hard, the rubber balls can sting.” C “Dodgeball enables bullying. Bullies openly pick on some students.” D “One role of schools is to keep students safe. Playing dodgeball can strike fear into some students.”

Who played the Prime Minister of Malaysia in Zoolander?

The short films and the film itself feature a dimwitted, narcissistic male model named Derek Zoolander, played by Stiller. The film involves Zoolander becoming the pawn of corrupt fashion executives who are plotting to assassinate the Prime Minister of Malaysia.

What is Zoolander rated?

Zoolander is rated PG-13 by the MPAA on appeal for sexual content and drug references. Overall: D. An aging male model unwittingly becomes a pawn for an evil fashion designer bent on assassinating the Asian Prime Minister in this film laden with sexuality and illegal drug use.

Is Zoolander on Netflix?

Zoolander is back on Netflix as of May 1, and it’s rejoining our ranking of the 50 Best Comedy Movies on Netflix! More netflix: 50 Best Comedies on Netflix. For those who are unaware, Zoolander premiered in theaters in 2001 and was very successful, although the film only grossed $60 million in theaters.