Eagle vs Shark

Not the Best, but definitely Worthwhile seeing

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It's high time that a 'contemporary' comedy film come from NZ. We've been so behind the times with comedy that E v S is a first in decades. And yes, it's no different from many other quirky films, but Napoleon Dynamite is not the first either, as there are plenty of quirky comedy Indie films that came before. The fact of the matter is that this is a first for US in NZ - finally we're catching up with the times. Whether we like the humour or not, the director still took risks and pushed the boundaries of dorkism and geekism - and that's a good thing because us kiwis play it too safe and too bland.

You also have to remember, it's a Maori dealing with comedy and humour for once instead of depicting wailing funeral scenes - and that's got to be a good thing to show the versitilty and other aspects of being Maori. I was really glad not to see a tangi or anyone getting bashed - instead it's a good old laugh and a total piss take, it's supposed to be over the top and silly.

Although I prefer my movies with heavier substance, there is always a place for these kinds of movies too.

By the way Anonymous, that's terrible about your dad, why don't you get in touch with the makers? Ring the NZFC to get a hold of them.