The Impostors (1998) | Almost Cult Classics

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Why aren't more people talking about this movie?!
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@vincentallen7209 2 жыл бұрын

I saw this as a kid in 2003, and I absolutely loved it. The backwards subtitles scene stayed with me all this time, and still gets a hard laugh out of me.

@markguit6282 Жыл бұрын

that was genius.

@Swithyyyy 2 жыл бұрын

The only thing I love more than your (almost) cult classics series is when you highlight a movie I haven’t seen before, which are few and far between. What a powerhouse cast. I can’t wait to give this a watch.

@fanfictionandthings784 2 жыл бұрын

I know your comment is from several months ago, so you may have already seen it by this point - but if not, I highly recommend watching it. It's absolutely hilarious!

@nerfherder3553 2 жыл бұрын

This comment forevermore ☝️

@densealloy 8 күн бұрын

This is the one time I'm thankful for the YT search algorithm. I was telling my daughter about this film 2 days ago and had her watch the trailer, which is the reason for this review to pop in my feed. I am also a fan of this film. I am also the guy who drives my family crazy with Buster Keaton clips (they won't sit through a whole film) and laughing out loud at the old Stooges shorts. Luckily, like the review said there is enough modern humor, along with actors she loves (Tucci and Schaloub), that my daughter wants to watch it with me. I figure the Imposters followed by Dirty Rotten Scoundrels will make for a good afternoon. Have a wonderful day!

@spiritdancer36 3 ай бұрын

I know I’m 2 years late to this video but I am just so excited to see anyone appreciating this movie. It is easily in my top 3 most underrated movies. Thank you for appreciating it.

@aer_ea 2 жыл бұрын

I'll add this to my maybe a hidden gem movie to watch.

@Teladian2 2 жыл бұрын

Its a TOTAL hidden gem

@jacobc.8915 2 жыл бұрын

Okay, that sight gag with the subtitle is amazing lmao.

@zterrans 2 жыл бұрын

That was great

@stephenmahlstedt7276 Жыл бұрын

My YT feed used to be filled with news and political videos, but I have decided to steer my feed another direction towards more positive content. I’m so glad I stumbled upon your channel. You’re restoring my interest in films again and bringing overall positivity into my life. Keep up the great work! You’ve gained a new subscriber. Cheers!

@RobinBSmith 8 ай бұрын

This is my favorite movie of all-time. I'm so jealous that you have a poster, got it signed, and were able to express your appreciation to Tucci. It saddens me to think he can't enjoy it. I've seen it well over a hundred times and it's simply brilliant. The score, the cast, the array of comedic elements, the meta-narrative; so many lines, speeches, scenes -- it's such a loving tribute to those screwball comedies of the past but it also transcends them. They don't make them like this anymore and sadly they never truly did. If I could see one other such movie that matches it, it would please my heart. It's clear they had a rioutously good time making it too. "To life and its many deaths"

@StephenDeagle 2 жыл бұрын

One of my all-time favorite comedies. Been finding excuses to bring up bits from this incredibly quotable film since I was teen.

@AlexColberg 2 жыл бұрын

"I'm a man!" "And so am I!" ranks right up there with the final lines of Some Like It Hot. I don't get why The Impostors didn't get way more love, and it floors me that Tucci doesn't even like it. What's not to like? It's brilliant over and over and over again. Sure it spills into silly territory. So what? Sure it doesn't work absolutely every second, but so what? It's just so much fun, and I've watched it maybe half a dozen times. As for your KZfaq video, I think you're spot on for the full 10 minutes; I could relate to everything you said. Great job.

@jblanchhh 2 жыл бұрын

Just wanted to comment and say I absolutely love your channel and the effort you put into all of your videos. I’m a film junkie and anytime I see something like this episode that highlights a forgotten gem it reminds me that the little things are what’s important in life. Keep making your videos man!

@HatsOffEntertainment 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@Storyograph 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I must have re-watched this movie like 20 or 30 times. I'm so glad you're getting the word out! I kinda feel like it being rated-R (for language) may have hurt it at the box office a little. My grandma would have loved to see a 40s era comedy but with out the f-bombs in it. And as for me, I was 13 years old when I saw it and I loved it, but I wouldn't have been able to see it in the theater on my own. I'm not one for censorship, but I feel like from a marketing perspective, it might have been a bit of a misstep limiting the audience like that over just a few words in the script.

@forrestl5597 2 жыл бұрын

Again and again!

@ashblossomandjoyoussprung.9917 Жыл бұрын

I think that something people don't understand in regards to censorship is that the reason why it's done is to broaden the audience for your work. If you really want to have naked ladies and swear words in your movie, you have to accept that not everyone wants to see naked ladies or hear swear words, so your audience will be more limited. So, you have to ask "Is it worth it to limit my audience so that I can say the f-word in this movie or include this racist/transphobic joke?"

@ptbunz2501 2 жыл бұрын

I can't believe how Star Studded the cast is. I always passed this up on VHS because I was too young to understand this genre. I'm jealous of that poster bruh

@Brook_tno 2 жыл бұрын

The first time I saw Stanley Tucci in a movie was Undercover Blues, where he played a petty thug. It was a small recurring part, but it definitely stole the show, for me.

@danielkreider5980 2 жыл бұрын

"MORTY!" Love that movie and Muerte definitely was the best character

@TwinOpinion 2 жыл бұрын

Had a feeling you'd cover this someday! Our family loves this movie! We wish more people knew about it. We've introduced it to a number of friends, and everyone has enjoyed it. Great script and cast! Sad to hear Stanley has regrets over directing it, but I think it was a solid effort on his part. Writing, acting, and directing is exhausting, but he pulled it off.

@HouseOfHuli 2 жыл бұрын

PLEASE cover "Oscar" (1991) directed by John Landis!

@JamesLawner 2 жыл бұрын

For me, one of the few cases where the remake was better than the original.

@Vampiranhador 2 жыл бұрын

Hidden gem

@meligoth 2 жыл бұрын

I genuinely enjoyed that movie. It is impressive with it's all star cast that it looked like they were having fun.

@cabe3231 2 жыл бұрын

The funniest Stanley Tucci comedy was that "I Take Responsibility" video with Aaron Paul- uproarious 🤣

@littlekingtrashmouth9219 2 жыл бұрын

I agree. Does Hollywood take responsibility for all those abused child actors? Prob not

@fakeshemp9599 2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha! That was the funniest shit I ever saw... I think I cringed enough for 3 lifetimes!! I pray there's a sequel in the works! Lol

@bradwolf07 2 жыл бұрын

Tucci and Platt are both fantastic. This film has such massively talented cast. Such a shame it wasn't bigger

@unclvinny 2 жыл бұрын

I loved this movie! I wish someone would upload a clip of the creepy steward saying, “Ach, Lili! The thrill of the chase has made you perspire. I, too, have become…..moist.”

@JAMIELYNNnj 2 жыл бұрын

Wooow! Yet again, you've unlocked a memory long forgotten! Saw this with my dad when I was 8. I swear, this is one of the best channels on KZfaq. 🖤

@CollinThomasEverett 2 жыл бұрын

I remember this movie playing on TV a lot, but I don't feel that I ever watched the full thing before! I caught a lot of it, and remembered certain bits you showed here!

@shimma25 7 ай бұрын

Just watched this today because of this video and also when you mentioned it on the podcast and thank you so much for recommending it - it truly is an absolute gem, I had a huge smile on my face all the way through.

@LemurMaster 2 жыл бұрын

I saw this film in the theater 3 times. After my first viewing, I brought two small groups of friends out to enjoy it too. It is a gem!

@adamchurvis1 2 жыл бұрын

One of the most perfect screenplays ever written. Some of the best casting ever done.

@claymccoy 2 жыл бұрын

Never heard of this one, which is rare for me since I try to find out as many films as i can. This channel is a great resources for me. Keep up the good work! It's hard to determine what is a cult classic and an almost cult classic. Maybe do one on So I Married An Axe Murderer or Stay Tuned?

@ashblossomandjoyoussprung.9917 Жыл бұрын

In regards to So I Married An Axe Murderer, I think the issue with that one is something I don't see brought up enough. The 90s was saturated with dark comedies, particularly dark family comedies. So many TV shows, cartoons, and movies were 'dark, but funny and family-friendly.' So many people look at the Addams Family movies and say: "Those movies were so unique. There was nothing else like them in the 90s," and that statement to me is ridiculous because I remember tons of similar movies being released at the time. I always grouped So I Married An Axe Murderer as one of the top-tier of those movies, but still one of those movies. That might be why it never really got the recognition it deserved.

@glennhodges 2 жыл бұрын

While waiting for "The Slums of Beverly Hill", I saw the preview for this film. Fell in love with it and have nearly wore out the DVD. The characters, the script, and the casting. And of course, blowing away the fourth wall in the end scene.

@jkincaid582 2 жыл бұрын

But how did you like Slums of Beverly Hills"? Now there was a weird film.

@glennhodges 2 жыл бұрын

@@jkincaid582 My only memory is David Krumholz in his underwear singing, "Luck be a Lady Tonight".

@eily_b Жыл бұрын

Me and my roommates watched it on VHS in the late 90s, recommended by a living movie encyclopedia who ran a movie rental. Together with Funny Bones. Two of my most loved movies to this day. I really don't know why it was a flop. So sad because it's funny as hell.

@fartingmonkeyman6732 2 жыл бұрын

I would love to see you make a video on something from Rik Mayall and Ade Edmondson considering your love of slapstick. Bottom is a great example of their work!

@Squishy876 2 жыл бұрын

Especially Drop Dead Fred

@davidjames579 2 жыл бұрын

Guest House Paradiso

@das81 2 жыл бұрын

@@davidjames579 Directed by Ed Wright and with Simón Pegg and Bill Nighty.

@davidjames579 2 жыл бұрын

@@das81 No, it was directed by Adrian Edmondson

@loginregional 2 жыл бұрын

*Undercover Blues* = Stanley Tucci as 'Morty' is GOLDEN

@MattAndImprov 2 жыл бұрын

Literally scrolled down to discuss Undercover Blues

@Brook_tno 2 жыл бұрын

My name, is death!

@loginregional 2 жыл бұрын

@@Brook_tno I thought your name was Puddles...

@JackOfAllNerdsShow 2 жыл бұрын

What I love about your videos is that since we have such similar comedic sensibilities, I have either seen and love what you are discussing, or discover something new that I know I'm going to enjoy. That was the case here. I have no idea how I missed this film when it came out, but I'm glad you brought it to my attention. I purchased it right after watching this and enjoyed every minute. of it. Thanks!

@ferociousgumby 2 жыл бұрын

This is one of the funniest things I've ever seen. Yet I just remembered it now, after all those years.

@johnnyhess7220 Жыл бұрын

Saw this once in High School and it never left me. My first DVD purchase was Animal Crackers, and I truly love this film for bringing back the fun from anarchy. I am one of the lucky few to own this on DVD and I always sing it’s praises. Great review here. Hope many more find it!

@garrytreymendeziii5650 2 жыл бұрын

The hell with what Tucci thinks of it, I love this movie. I was given it on VHS by a friend who bought it sight unseen and hated it. Her loss. To me this is to the screwball comedies what “The Artist” is to the silent era. Thank you for shining a light on it.

@maskon1724 2 жыл бұрын

I’d love to see your review of Boris and Natasha:The Movie with Dave Thomas and Sally Kellerman. It was a favorite as kid. It even has a bit part from John Candy to sweeten the pot

@Jared_Wignall 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve never heard of this film before, so this video is my introduction to the film. Keep up the great work Joe.

@Phil1_427 2 жыл бұрын

love The Impostors!! great vid every time i hear Skokiaan all i can see in my mind is the whole cast dancing at the end of the movie

@Dark.Shingo 2 жыл бұрын

-I'M A MAN! -...and so am I! The delivery, my God, so hilarious!

@TheDeviousDrDoom 2 жыл бұрын

Stanley Tucci looks like Artie Bucco in that chef outfit!

@kerik6380 2 жыл бұрын

Clicking on this video I was sure I'd already seen this, but apparently I haven't and now I got to go find it! Thanks!

@Noodle.in.oodles 2 жыл бұрын

Love your channel-I’m so glad someone else has seen/enjoyed these films!

@MrJacobHart 2 жыл бұрын

Aww this movie is so simple and clever, I think it’s extremely funny, it’s one of my favorites! This cast is incredible, and the ending is what makes it for me, always manages to hit my heart strings. Highly highly recommend this, it’s different to Big Night in that this is more vaudeville and zany, Big Night is more emotional and dramatic, still very funny in its own way. I’m so happy you highlighted this movie, I hope it makes people want to see it!

@harveybombaytiger Жыл бұрын

"F@#K THE CREAM PUFF!" ... loved this film!

@JennyMulhenny 2 жыл бұрын

I love The Impostors so much! I've tried since it came out to get friends to watch it but only succeeded once. Hopefully your video brings it some needed attention.

@Stuie299 2 жыл бұрын

I wholeheartedly love this movie. This is one of the most underrated comedies of all time.

@josephblumenberg6574 2 жыл бұрын

Just watched this movie a few weeks ago and honestly cracked up the entire way through!

@SirTimmy7 2 жыл бұрын

Do one on The Meteor Man 1993 lol

@m00k61 2 жыл бұрын

Love finding stuff I've never seen on this channel just as much as I love the nostalgia reminiscing about movies that are my favorites.

@bensirach3586 2 жыл бұрын

Man, that backwards subtitle joke is Brilliant! I have to see this now!

@aodhganmerrimac 2 жыл бұрын

The Imposters is one of my all time favorites! I too briefly met Stanley Tucci A few years ago. When I told his this was one of my favorite films I got the distinct impression he was, shall we say, less than enthusiastic. At the time i thought perhaps he was simply wishing to not be recognized. He was gentleman though. Oddly I had a near miss with meeting Oliver Platt at the same location a few years earlier.

@petersarubbi 2 жыл бұрын

This was a fantastic film... Loved it since 98... We saw this in the movies... Miss films like this💙

@aarondavis8943 10 ай бұрын

Movies about actors can be sublime, like this one.

@NicoAnimation 2 жыл бұрын

Just in case you're open to ideas for future videos, I'd love to see you tackle 1991's PURE LUCK, with Martin Short and Danny Glover. It's never been released on anything past VHS (nope, not even a bare bones DVD) so it's not the easiest movie to find. But I loved watching it over and over as a kid in the early 90s, and it's a bummer that I can never find many people who remember it or have seen it at all. Love your videos and keep up the great work!

@STSGirl05 2 жыл бұрын

I love this movie so much! I'm so glad to see someone talk about it! Very nice video, thank you!

@OffTheCuff82 2 жыл бұрын

This KZfaq channel got me through my last deployment

@Armakk 2 жыл бұрын

A lost classic. I rented this on a whim in the late 90s and my weird fickle diverse roommates watched it FOUR TIMES in three days. When you can't please anybody THE IMPOSTERS pleases them all.

@teresag.1662 Жыл бұрын

I saw this in the theatre when it first came out. I never laughed so hard and cried at the same time at a film. So fun!

@morriscolautti9822 2 жыл бұрын

What a great installment in the Almost Cult Classic series. Spot on. I will definitely try and find this movie. Brilliant. Thanks.

@MsLeenite 2 жыл бұрын

Count me among those who never heard of this film. I can take Stanley Tucci or leave him alone. But I've always liked Oliver Platt, and what a supporting cast! So I may check this one out. Thanks, Joe.

@halfabeet 2 жыл бұрын

I saw this a few months ago and I agree, it's a great little film

@markguit6282 Жыл бұрын

this almost my favorite movie ever!!! I wish more people had seen it since I reference it constantly.

@dustinhuckabee8208 2 жыл бұрын

This is officially my favorite channel

@kyliethelittlespider-mangirl94 2 ай бұрын

So nice that Nostalgia Critic referenced this movie in one of his lines from his Beethoven review

@Lazrael32 2 жыл бұрын

I bought the dvd when i first heard you talk about it. It was a lot of fun, and Lili taylor had a great part in it too.

@cerrida82 2 жыл бұрын

Bits of this would pop up in my memory, but I could never remember what it was! I just remember watching it and really liking it. I'm glad someone else appreciates it and can bring it to a new audience!

@johnduartepresents Жыл бұрын

I saw this movie in theaters when it came out and really enjoyed it. I definitely need a good rewatch of this very soon

@williammann6709 Жыл бұрын

I have said this since I saw it its single week in theaters. Incredible cast, hilarious, and just fun. Plus it contains a long single take when all of the characters enter the ballroom that is brilliant! The film was amazing...the marketing was terrible. Thank goodness I bought the DVD!

@wildman2012 2 жыл бұрын

It's too bad they didn't shoot it in Black & White! Or sepia-tone. But the studio probably would have nixed that as too risky. I haven't seen this one in years, but I have fond memories of it. Almost... a classic.

@jimmyrabbitte 2 жыл бұрын

It's difficult to single out a perfect line reading in this film because every word out of everyone's mouth is perfect. The Impostors has lingered in my favorite films since its release, because how can it not? Steve Buscemi's aborted musical number would be enough to seal the deal. Thank you for adding it to the Almost Cult list; it more than deserves the placement.

@billywiggins3573 2 жыл бұрын

"Shall we......... start the first number?"

@johnnyhess7220 Жыл бұрын

I, too, am one of the escaped asylum folks who adores this movie. Even have the score and soundtrack. Have praised it and spoken about it for 20 years, and am fortunate to own it on DVD. Definitely wish it was the first of many. Such a great cast and concept.

@johnnyhess7220 Жыл бұрын

LMAO, I already commented! Oops! Second comment added!

@orwellianson 2 жыл бұрын

This is one of my favorite films! I love the Creme Puff scene!

@OneManToyShow 2 жыл бұрын

This video reminded me of the early 90s series called Morton & Hayes. That show would be perfect for your channel. Just a suggestion. Keep up the great work.

@domdomdomdom 2 жыл бұрын

"I hate them." That moment always slayed me and some of my comedy buddies.

@willremmers 2 жыл бұрын

I know a couple who are huge fans of this film and they annually invite over a handful of people for their Lobster Pasta & Imposters dinner party. Every year, they create a league of new Imposters fans!

@derekbroughton218 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos are great. I love your in-depth looks at these unknown films. Sure was strange hearing “Lewis” Armstrong instead of Lewie, though.

@gabe_s_videos 2 жыл бұрын

I first saw the cream puff scene in an "acting for animation" class. Hilarious stuff!

@Anoneeemouse 2 жыл бұрын

I love this movie! For some reason KZfaq never notifies me about your stuff anymore. I will have to check directly. I thought you just stopped. On the upside I have had a bunch of videos to watch!

@a.KniteOwl 2 жыл бұрын

Ohhhh dude I have been waiting to watch this on Vudu! glad it's got the Ramoni seal of approval

@anactualmotherbear 2 жыл бұрын

I rented this on a whim in 1999 and then later bought it. It's worth a look.

@pikachureynolds1110 2 жыл бұрын

The best shows on KZfaq are always so underrated. Just like the movies you cover.

@billywiggins3573 2 жыл бұрын

"The pause was so long... and GOOD... that I became confused."

@SonnyGTA 2 жыл бұрын

It’s available on DVD. I’ve watched this movie countless times. “He wants to kill you!”

@nellgwenn 8 ай бұрын

I love this movie. I saw it in the theater when it came out, and I own it. It's a sweet gem of a movie. Another movie I really enjoy is Man of the Century. I own that one too. That is really a deep dive.

@forrestl5597 2 жыл бұрын

This is truly a great movie. I've seen it over a dozen times and it never gets old.

@davidkelly620 2 жыл бұрын

Thank god, I'm (at least loosely) sane. I've been a fan of this movie since about 05, and getting funny looks when discussing favorite movies with people has more or less convinced me that I was, in fact, not. Thank you for talking about this one. I can only hope it encourages more people to see T I.

@LoepkeVisionFilms 2 жыл бұрын

Omg they are the dog nappers in Beethoven! I totally forgot that! That's another great movie.

@anadraham2995 2 жыл бұрын

I can think of one movie that deserves an Almost Cult Classic almost as much as this - BOX OF MOONLIGHT w\ John Turturro, Sam Rockwell, Dermot Mulroney and Catherine Keener! I would eat the toenails off the Leg Lamp for your treatment of said classic (almost)...

@OMDxyz 2 жыл бұрын

I was about to post the same thing, would love to see that.

@anadraham2995 2 жыл бұрын

@@OMDxyz O.... M..... G - We have TRACTION!!!! I've been campaigning for B.o.M. for 6 months and you are the 1st to concur - THE HEAT IS.... ON (nuh nuh nah nuh nah..,..)

@meredithburton7918 Жыл бұрын

I adored this movie when it came out. But then I love the movies of the 30s and 40s.

@billywiggins3573 2 жыл бұрын

"Do you wanna be the guy that dies first??"

@scrambled5948 2 жыл бұрын

I will refrain from making an among us joke

@DJOHea 2 жыл бұрын

This is one of my favorite movies! It's a perfect movie to me.

@TheFantom_X 2 жыл бұрын

I'd love to watch this again.

@AmyRippee 9 күн бұрын

This is my favorite movie!

@Mongo-pw9vh 2 жыл бұрын

I haven't been able to watch a movie with Stanley Tucci since I saw "The Lovely Bones". He did such a great job playing the creepy serial killer in that, that's all I see now when I see him in a movie.

@guardiane 2 жыл бұрын

Yet another movie I never heard of. Not sure if this would be up my alley but maybe I'll give it a shot, only because you asked us to lol. Awesome review, by the way.