Movie Fodder

Release Year: 2003

Director: Edgar Wright

Review: 'Hot Fuzz' is a unique film in that it is a satire that takes itself seriously, but in a way that completely works.  It stands on its own as being a very solid cop movie.  Yes the plot slowly unwinds to become absolutely absurd, but it never seems out of place.  A lot of times in satire there are throw away bits that are just meant to get a laugh.  This never seemed to be the case here.  Everything was done for a reason, and it engaged me in plot first, and comedy second.  It did start to lose me towards the end by overreaching into the ridiculous, but I went along with it anyway.  There isn't too much biting satire here, so much as clever cliches and sharp wit.  It's visually crisp and the action is tight.  It's a very solid action comedy that has great replay value.
Rating: 3.5/5