A Feast of Follies
- Tagline
- Some secrets are a recipe for disaster... and laughter.
- Description
- In the medieval Middle Eastern town of Hummusabad, the unlikely duo of a shrewd politician, Sir Tom Croûte, and a master chef with a mysterious past, Mae Marsh-mallow, join forces to organize a grand feast that promises to be the social event of the century. However, as the big day approaches, a series of comedic misadventures reveals that every family has its secrets, and some are spicier than others. Directed by the legendary Sam Raimonkey and featuring the culinary comedic genius of Yun-Fat Chowder, 'A Feast of Follies' serves up a hearty helping of laughs, gasps, and timeless truths about the ties that bind us. Can our heroes cook up a solution to keep their reputations from getting toasted? Join the banquet of hilarity in this tale where every course is a cause for comedy!
- MpaaRating
- PG-13
- PopularityScore
- 3.90
- ReleaseDate
- 05/19/2022
- Genre
- Comedy
- Director(s)
- Cast
Critic Reviews
6.80
Sam Raimonkey's 'A Feast of Follies' is an ambitiously seasoned cinematic concoction that blends elements of farce with a dash of societal commentary. The medieval Middle Eastern setting of Hummusabad provides a rich tapestry upon which the narrative threads are weaved by the central performances of Sir Tom Croûte and Mae Marsh-mallow, played with vibrant gusto. The film's tagline, 'Some secrets are a recipe for disaster... and laughter,' aptly encapsulates the dual undercurrents of humor and chaos that run through the movie. Yun-Fat Chowder's comedic timing is particularly noteworthy, bringing a delightful zest to the proceedings. While the movie’s attempt to spice up the genre with a mélange of comedic misadventures and revelations of familial secrets is commendable, it occasionally overindulges in the melodramatic, risking the delicate balance necessary for such a feast. The PG-13 rating ensures the humor remains palatable for a wider audience, though at times it seems to constrain the film's potential for more biting satire. Overall, 'A Feast of Follies' is a film that promises a banquet of entertainment but serves a course that, while flavorful, might benefit from a more focused culinary journey.