It’s hard not to laugh at this movie; it’s just that silly. It struck me as odd that one of Shakespeare’s most well-known plays could serve as the foundation for something so absurd, because the connection to “Hamlet” is quite apparent if you're familiar with the original story and its characters. The film centers on two humorous figures who are clearly preoccupied with beer—they’d likely be admitted into Alcoholics Anonymous without any questions asked—who unintentionally find themselves at a brewery where they uncover a plot to get rid of the company’s heir, all for the benefit of an uncle. The entire movie is pure absurdity from start to finish, and it's almost uncomfortable watching the two main characters blunder through events with no real understanding of what's going on around them. They don’t appear intoxicated, but they seem perpetually drugged. It’s genuinely funny—you can’t help but laugh—though it’s not something I’d recommend to teenagers; many already consume too much alcohol and engage in other risky behaviors. The film features a cast of recognizable actors who seemed to be involved primarily for enjoyment rather than financial gain. Dave Thomas and Rick Moranis, who had previously portrayed these characters in several films that garnered some public attention, are among them. I was also pleased to see Max von Sydow, arguably the most serious and skilled actor in the production. I wasn’t familiar with Lynne Griffin before this, but I appreciated her performance, and Paul Dooley was a ridiculous villain who didn't warrant our animosity.
On September 23, 2026
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