Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga

  • 2020


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Average Rating 2.9/5
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3.2
The kind of movie that frankly, the lowered expectations of These Times are made for: Not a new song or even a very good one, but somehow still enough .. EW
3.1
Theres an infectious charm to most of what works about Eurovision not unlike the international competition itself. Rogerebert
2.5
One way or the other, the biggest issue with The Story of Fire Saga is that most of it is just too limp and anodyne to register. Indie Wire
4.0
Eurovision Song Contest: The Story Of Fire Saga is bursting with wit, warmth and laughs, and is well worth a watch on Netflix. We Got This Covered
2.5
Theres plenty of fodder here to make fun of Eurovision, but its hampered by the fact that many Americans dont really know anything about the contest, ..
2.2
Despite the fun setting and good chemistry between its stars, the jokes and story fall flat. Collider
4.5
You know where the film is headed. But even so, Eurovision gives us an inspired and hilarious match between subject and stars, all driven by melodrama .. Vulture
1.5
If ever a comedy cried out for tight 85 minute treatment that keeps the gags pinging fast enough to disguise the thin sketch material at its core, its .. The Hollywood Reporter
0.5
More tribute than parody, this over egged farce whips slapstick and cheese into an authentic souffl of tastelessness. The New York Times
4.5
She has a patient, understated sort of charisma that just doesnt quit. Paste Magazine
3.0
While the comedy notes fall a little flat in places theres enough mirth to make up for it, with some absolute bops to sing a long to. IGN
1.0
This is lazy hackwork made by people who have clearly run out of ideas and who are running on creative fumes. E Film Critic
1.5
The most renowned musical competition on Earth is also the most inclusive, the films marketing materials proudly proclaim. If only Eurovision itself c ..
2.0
The votes are in, and its official: this largely unfunny paean to Eurovision is a waste of some serious talent. At least some of the songs are decent.
2.0
In Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga, Ferrells typical schtick is on full display, but wears incredibly thin in this overlong comedy. Screen Rant
2.5
Its barely a movie at all. But at the same time, if this prevented a third Daddys Home from making its cursed way into our world, then I suppose it wa .. The Globe And Mail
3.2
While its harmless and entertaining at times, the endeavor clearly wouldve been better off without Dobkins editorial permissiveness. Blu Ray
3.5
I am not sure that I would ever willingly sit down and watch the actual Eurovision Song Contest so I guess I will be satisfied that I saw a parody tha ..
3.5
Along with his Funny or Die writing colleague Andrew Steele, Ferrell aces several inspired running jokes including one paying homage to Elf.
3.1
...a missed opportunity that could (and should) have been so much better. Reel Film Reviews
4.0
If youre new to the contest like me, this movie is a silly, good time that will probably make you want to give the contest itself a go when it does re .. You Tube
4.5
Not one of Ferrells best, but a sweet & fun movie nonetheless. McAdams & Stevens do a lot of the heavy lifting and its fun to go behind the scenes at .. You Tube
4.0
How do you out silly, out camp and out kitsch the Eurovision Song Contest Well, obviously you dont, but a good place to start is with Will Ferrell in .. The Times
4.5
Despite often threatening to overstay its welcome, it ultimately turns out to be a charming, sweet and, yes, sometimes quite funny if at least fairly .. Screen It
2.0
With Covid 19 sidelining the real Eurovision, Will Ferrell offers a mildly diverting tribute that subs a treacly love story for the nonstop, low comic .. Rolling Stone
0.5
If youve seen one movie featuring Will Ferrells gut wrapped in a stretch bodysuit, youve seen them all. Decider
1.5
Its amusing, particularly if youve got a taste for kitschy pop. But really, kitschy pop essentially makes fun of itself it doesnt need Will Ferrell to .. The Wrap
3.1
Eurovision Song Contest turns out to be well, kind of cute. It has some of the unhinged antics we expect from Ferrell, but mostly it borders on someth .. News Day
3.8
The most enjoyable music industry parody since Christopher Guests folk satire A Mighty Wind. New York Post
3.0
ust like Eurovision night itself, shamelessly outstays its welcome. Daily Mail
3.0
In its OTT moments more than anything, it eerily resembles the real thing, and when it cranks up that lunacy its the perfect tonic for our times. Flim List
2.0
A textbook example of a mildly amusing SNL skit (at best) inexplicably stretched out to two mostly unfunny, patience pulverising hours. Flickering Myth
1.5
Ultimately, Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga fails to transport us into this hyper realistic world of Iceland as Ferrell is equally una .. Flim Threet
4.5
Stevens is so absurdly lascivious that he supercharges the movie every time he shows up, which, thankfully, is often. Time
3.8
The first great comedy of 2020 and it couldnt have come soon enough. Chicago Tribune
4.2
Just about the perfect amount of dumb for a movie like this. I had to force my friends to watch it so I wouldnt have these silly songs stuck in my hea .. Uproxx
4.5
Made in cooperation with Eurovision, its the rare work of movie branding that manages to both mock and honor its subject. The Atlantic
4.0
As a plausible work of art, it deserves nul points, but its still film of the week, no contest. Standard
1.5
Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga is sadly not as substantial a substitute as us fans would like. Still, if youre just in need of sheer .. Pajiba
2.5
If the movie had bigger laughs, it wouldnt matter. As it stands, Eurovision feels like a run through of songs youve heard sung better before. Detroit News
3.8
If youre a fan of Will Ferrell, youll likely enjoy Eurovisions outlandish theatrics.
2.2
Fire Saga manages glimmers of fun through its laborious two hour runtime when it sits the hell down and plays some fun Eurovision y songs, but there a .. Consequence Of Sound
4.5
After years of watching mediocre studio comedies, I am happy to declare that I love this movie. Vox
3.5
McAdams believability, even tangibly intense commitment to this absurd role, really sells Dobkins winning film and makes it sing sonorously, warts and .. The Play List
3.5
Those who stay with the movie after an underwhelming first 30 minutes will be glad they did. Ner Dist
4.0
Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga is a colourful, camp, and cringe worthy ode to the titular music competition and a reminder of why the .. Mirror
3.0
Love Eurovision Youll love this. Never heard of Eurovision You may find it all bewildering. Games Radar
3.0
Turns out Ferrell and Netflixs plan was to celebrate all thats best about Eurovision underdog stories, WTF production values, Mid Atlantic accents, pe .. Raidió Teilifís Éireann
3.0
It doesnt exactly earn douze points, but theres plenty here to enjoy if youre a Eurovision fan. Digital Spy
2.0
Ferrell and McAdams barely even attempt Icelandic accents, and the movie is full of jokes based on Icelandic stereotypes. Film Racket
2.5
Its refreshing that Rachel McAdams receives equal attention alongside Will Ferrell... Larsen On Film
1.5
After watching Eurovisions loopy introduction, I urgently wanted to see a true romance set during Eurovision, or a serious songwriter drama, even a ne .. Vanity Fair
2.0
The farcical Netflix comedy seems to be as much a well intentioned parody of Eurovision as it is an outlet for Ferrell and Dobkin to try to figure out .. Film
1.5
Even Lars rotating wardrobe sourced, one assumes, from Instagram #OOTD hashtags raises a smile but these moments are far too rare and padded out with .. Ign
3.0
So while the tone and tenor of Eurovision is a bit off, Ferrell and McAdams make wonderful music together. Punch Drunk Critics
2.5
Will Ferrell and Rachel McAdams get to sing hilariously sing awful songs with catchy melodies in this occasionally funny but way over the top comedy t .. Dead Line
2.0
...Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga drags by way too slowly Solzy At The Movies
3.2
Eurovision falls well short of a laugh a minute, but it has some uproarious moments that something like Holmes & Watson lacked. Film Avclub
2.5
...suffers from having too much story (the running time is slightly over two hours, and there is no justification for that) and not focusing on the mu .. Third Coast Review
3.5
The highlights are a delightfully staged riff off at a party for the top competitors featuring real Eurovision stars and Dan Stevens as the flamboyant .. Movie Mom
4.5
Leave it to McAdams to turn what started out looking like another familiar Will Ferrell vehicle into a showcase for her own underappreciated talents. .. Mash Able
2.0
Imagine if Will Ferrell allowed the World Figure Skating Championship executive board to approve the gags in Blades of Glory or if NASCAR exerted more .. Mid West Film Journal
4.0
Unlike the Judd Apatow model where the dialogue is the primary source of humor, Ferrells script (co written with Andrew Steele) creates funny situatio .. Washington City Paper
3.5
elentlessly ridiculous, loose and shaggy and rife with inexplicable accents...a movie that wont be everyones cup of brennivin, but if youre into it, y ..
1.5
Contains the usual grab bag of verbal humor and physical gags of varying, sporadic quality. Screen Anarchy
3.2
In Eurovision, Will Ferrell and Rachel McAdams manage to do enough with a runtime that bleeds 35 minutes longer than it needed, not to mention your to .. The Only Critic
1.5
Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga has glitz and glamour to spare, but this uneven comedy cant match the talents of its uniquely fitted s .. Battle Royale With Cheese
4.5
This film isnt just fun and funny and feel good, its hopeful, invigorating, and healing. Crooked Marquee
1.5
Its two hours of tired jokes that ultimately leads to nowhere. If anything, just check out the soundtrack. Geeks Of Color
2.5
Rachel McAdams charm and Dan Stevens charisma carry this breezy and at times sweet, musical romp.
1.0
It contains a formula which spells death for any cinematic comedy repetitive, predictable, and overlong. FanboyNation.com
4.5
Just a dumb, fun comedy that cynics will probably turn their nose at, but fans of Will Ferrell and the Eurovision Song Contest will adore. Entertainment Ie
3.1
The real punchline, one that most Americans wont get, is that what the movie treats as parody isnt that far removed from the real contest. Movie Cricket
4.0
A delightful and extremely good natured film combining realism (Icelands financial situation), folklore (elves) and fantasy (Pierce Brosnan in a zip u .. Caution Spoilers
3.0
Much like Eurovision itself, Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga is overly long, over the top, and a harmless piece of ridiculous fluff. The Jam Report
4.0
A hilarious comedy that the world needs right now. Filled with fun musical numbers, a little bit of heart, and a lot of humor it is absolutely a must .. Mama's Geeky
4.0
Eurovision fans will have a ball spotting the galaxy of Euro stars who pop up in a Songathon sequence Pitch Perfect goes multi national with former wi .. Metro News
2.0
Easy to follow, though entirely too long, and the characters all make sense, its a fine film. The Story of Fire Saga is just another hollow shell of a .. ComicBook.com
3.8
Like the best Will Ferrell films, the charm transcends the absurdity. A bit too long, but funny and charming. Rachel McAdams steals your heart while D .. Victoria Advocate
2.5
If this film doesnt make you ever want to pay to see Will Ferrell spoof anything anymore, at least it might inspire you to book a trip to Edinburgh. Awards Watch
2.0
Somewhere in that earnest but misguided attempt to expose an American audience to the hairsprayed, sequinned pleasures of the competition, it also wan .. Ready Steady Cut
2.5
Knowing that Eurovision is something that really exists may be a fun fact for Americans to discover, but the inherent disconnect with a US audience ma .. Movie Show Plus
2.0
Unfortunately, what we have here instead is an unnecessarily overlong (clocking a little over 2 hours!) and largely unfunny comedy that sees Will Ferr .. Casey's Movie Mania
1.5
But soon, despite the gorgeous backdrop, initial revelry, the story begins to sink like a weather laden fishing vessel with distasteful jokes; sluggis ..
3.0
Maximum respect goes to Rachel McAdamss ability to navigate between the idiotic and the adorable.
2.0
Given how extravagant Eurovision is in its own right, and the fact that weve seen films based around niche competitions succeed in spite of their uniq .. The AU Review
2.0
Eurovision Song Contest is a Saturday Night Live skit gone on way too long. One can only handle so many penis jokes. Lola Lambchops
4.0
Utterly ridiculous but wonderfully entertaining, Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga is honestly the film we all need right now. We Have a Hulk
3.0
It goes out of its way to not be American, and ends up, to its great credit, as a film for the Eurovision community, possibly to the exclusion of ever .. Film Mafia
2.5
If the movie didnt have Ferrell at the forefront, theres a chance it could be significantly better. Giant Freakin Robot
2.5
Quotable this is not, unless you plan to drop Lets go sex nuts into conversation. Matt Pais
1.5
Without McAdams, this wouldve been another forgettable Will Ferrell scripted film. La Estatuilla
3.3
A typical Will Ferrell movie. In other words, it is silly and will definitely make people laugh. Ultimately, how much a person enjoys the film will de ..
4.0
The execution is as kitsch as the description, but paced with such boisterous energy and unapologetic farce that it feels impossible to do anything bu ..
3.0
Succeeds in capturing the essence of what so many enjoy about Eurovision, while potentially opening the door for a new movie franchise. The Queer Review



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