FILM REVIEW.

NAPOLEAN DYNAMITE
Napoleon Dynamite is an awkward, discomforting, crude.. hilarious film. This geeky, witty film demonstrates indie comedy expertly. Although the film lacks a distinct storyline, it is endearingly shot, and the kitsch style appeals to the teen-indie audience. The appeal is aided by the gritty addition of the painfully needy, awkward characters. These American miss-fits are stuck in the 80’s, and the main character Napoleon is no exception. He seems constantly out of sync. This, at times can be uncomfortable to watch, however, it is also absolutely hilarious to watch this captivating teenager, find himself in countless cringey situations. Napoleon seems to be painfully unaware of the fact that he constantly displaces himself socially, and as a result tries desperately to conform to the “cool dude” stereotype. The main factor, which I believe accentuates the films comedic value, is just that. The fact that the characters seem to think that they are pretty “cool”, when it is so painfully obvious that they are the complete opposite. Overall, I think Napoleon Dynamite is a hilarious, awkward, crude take on American high school life. The painfully embarrassing, dysfunctional characters are so endearing, as is the kitsch style, the seamless shots, and the charming settings. These factors make it near impossible not to love this backward, yet hilarious indie film.