Hubie Halloween (2020) - Movie Review

Hubie Halloween - Another Copy & Paste Adam Sandler Flick

Rating - 3/10

"The only thing scarier than Halloween is not believing in yourself."

    Hubie Halloween is another entry in Adam Sandler’s long line of silly comedies, and while it has a few lighthearted moments, it mostly misses the mark. Set in Salem, the movie follows Hubie, a well-meaning but bumbling man who takes it upon himself to protect his town during Halloween. The idea could have been fun, but the execution ends up feeling more annoying than entertaining.

    The biggest issue with Hubie Halloween is its humor. Most of the jokes fall flat, relying on juvenile gags and slapstick that feel recycled from Sandler’s earlier work. The movie leans so heavily into its absurdity that it becomes exhausting rather than funny. Even with a stacked cast of familiar Sandler collaborators, very few moments stand out as genuinely amusing.

    That being said, there is a strange charm to the movie. Sandler’s performance, while ridiculous, shows a level of commitment that at least makes Hubie memorable. The Halloween setting is also fun, filled with colorful decorations, costumes, and spooky small town vibes that give the film a seasonal appeal. It might not be a good movie, but it is the kind of thing that some viewers will throw on during October just for the goofy atmosphere.

    Overall, Hubie Halloween is far from Sandler’s best work. It is clumsy, repetitive, and rarely funny, but it has just enough of that bizarre Sandler energy to keep it from being completely unwatchable. If you are looking for a Halloween comedy, there are plenty of better options, but if you want something dumb and festive in the background, this one might scratch that itch. Either way, it's just another dumb and lazy Adam Sandler movie where he plays a loser who gets the girl, and gives his friends a paycheck along the way.

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Civil War (2024) - Movie Review

Image
Civil War - Another Gripping Alex Garland Film Rating - 7/10 “They’re not the good guys. We’re not the bad guys. We’re just trying to tell the story.”      Civil War is a gripping and unsettling film that imagines an America torn apart, not through some far fetched science fiction lens, but through the eyes of those trying to make sense of it, journalists on the frontlines. Directed by Alex Garland, this film does not hold your hand or over explain its world. Instead, it drops you into chaos and asks you to observe, to feel, and to interpret what you see. It is intense, grounded, and deeply uncomfortable in the best way possible.      The cast delivers sharp and believable performances that make the story feel almost too real. Kirsten Dunst gives one of her most grounded portrayals, showing both weariness and courage as a photojournalist who has seen too much. Her quiet strength contrasts beautifully with the reckless energy of her younger colleague, pla...
Read more

Drive-Away Dolls (2024) - Movie Review

Image
 Drive-Away Dolls - An Ethan Coen Miss Rating - 5/10 "Some trips just do not go the way you think they will."      Drive-Away Dolls tries to mix crime, comedy, and a road trip adventure, but it ends up feeling uneven and a little hollow. It has moments of charm, yet the story never fully delivers the excitement or emotional pull that it promises.      The plot follows two best friends, Jamie and Marian, who hit the road for a fresh start. What begins as a simple drive quickly turns chaotic when they cross paths with criminals and get tangled up in a mess they never asked for. The film plays with quirky humor and offbeat characters, but it struggles to keep a consistent tone from scene to scene.      The performances are solid. Margaret Qualley brings a playful energy with an accent you'll either love or hate, and Geraldine Viswanathan adds heart and relatability. There are fun moments of dialogue and flashes of clever writing, but they...
Read more

Tenet (2020) - Movie Review

Image
Tenet - Nolan is Getting a Little Too Confusing Rating - 7/10 “Don’t try to understand it. Feel it.”      Christopher Nolan’s Tenet is an ambitious and cerebral spectacle that pushes the boundaries of what a blockbuster can be. It is bold, stylish, and brimming with confidence, as Nolan once again dives into the complexities of time and perception. From the first gunshot that moves backward through glass to the film’s explosive final act, Tenet demands your full attention and never lets up.      The concept of time inversion is both fascinating and overwhelming. Nolan constructs a puzzle that feels like it is folding in on itself, and while the science might not always add up, the sheer audacity of it is thrilling to watch. Every scene feels meticulously crafted, from the choreography of reversed fight sequences to the massive set pieces that blur the line between forward and backward motion. Visually, the film is stunning, and the practical effects and...
Read more