The premise of Am I racist feels flimsy, and there’s no real exploration of complex ideas to be found. It relies entirely on exaggerated political statements from every viewpoint involved. Adding insult to injury, the humor falls flat; Matt seems to believe he's being amusing, but what results is overwrought performance that resembles something a young person might put on.

I found this film really funny! Matt Walsh’s performance as a difficult person recalls Steve Carell's character from "The Office." It isn’t like "Borat," which critics have mentioned in comparison, because it targets individuals who profit greatly by claiming “racism is everywhere,” rather than mocking ordinary people. The movie highlights the idea that DEI specialists promote a contradictory message: progress requir…