Norbit (2007)

I used to be a great admirer of Eddie Murphy films until he went family movie on me. All his recent movies were over the top boring and trying to be cute films. I gave it a high rating in comparison to other Murphy films he has done recently (excluding Dream girls of-course). It has been a while since I last saw Murphy up to his usual antics and I don't much appreciate the fact many are willing to watch offensive black comedy shows such as the Chappelle show (you cannot seriously tell me that show is devoid of any racial/ offensive humor, not with a straight face at lest) but are ready to drop a movie that incorporates the same style (it had most of the familiar cast from Chappelle show too). As i stands this was one of the most genuinely funny movie and just because a film cracks fat jokes and mild racial remarks (which is a base trademark of black humor). I mean we are ready to watch toilet crap such as Mr. Deeds and other overly childish and brain dead level of Adam Sandler movies (Mr. Deeds, Deuce Bigalow: European Gigolo to name a few). This movie is certainly not an excellent movie but in terms of Eddie Murphy's current stream of movies this is a much welcomed addition. It reminded me of Bowfinger mixed with Nutty Professor which was pretty humorous. It is stupid yes I will grant it that but its lot more watchable than the toilet flushed material we seem to be watching everyday of our lives like Adam Sandlers antics (Bill Madison ugh...) that is even lesser challenging to a mentally handicapped person. People need to lighten up about looks appearances as well. I am definitely on the heavy side and I find the movie mildly entertaining. If you really want to make issue about racism to its extreme how about using something like Borat.

Fmovies: This movie is so funny, it is ridiculous. I nearly busted a gut laughing. You people are oversensitive. Yeah, I know it shouldn't get a 10, but compared to any other comedy in the past few years it is right up there. I think you are forgetting that comedies don't have to be outstandingly clever in order to be funny. It isn't meant to be an epic tale with deep metaphors and tons of symbolism, it is meant to be funny, and it succeeds. Forget about mise en scene and just relax and laugh your ass off.

This movie is so funny I can't remember a moment when I was not laughing. Get over your differences and laugh about them. Don't be ashamed to laugh just because someone is black or fat.

This is the funniest movies I have seen in a long time and I'm not ashamed to say it.

I'm not sure how to put this... I've seen this movie maybe 4 or 5 times and it never gets old for me. Sure its certainly not politically correct but the timing and Eddie Murphy's numerous outstanding performances are just amazing. Probably some of his best performances ever.

I'll continue to watch this movie when I need something totally mindless to give me some quick laughs.

Marlon Wayans' tap dance instructor is also a hilarious performance and Thandie Newton is as hot as ever.

I'm not sure why there is a minimum length for comments of 10 lines on IMDb. Seems a bit pointless :-)

Norbit fmovies. I'm shook that this got a rating of 4.0 Stars. To be honest, this movie is pretty underrrated. It was funny, and that's all that matters.

I'm going to be completely honest. Some people really need to get whatever is up their behind, out. This films intended purpose was to make you poo yourself, not admire the storyline and embrace the true meaning. Racism is an unavoidable thing with today's society and if you bitches are going to sit here and tell me that it isn't funny (at times) then in all honesty, jump off a bridge. The obesity jokes were, just like the majority of the racist jokes, hilarious. I actually had tears coming down my face at times. And Eddie Murphy is, in my gorgeous eyes, a brilliant actor. So please, STFU. I will admit, it wasn't a perfect film. Some aspects of it were poorly executed hence the 7/10. But overall, I certainly don't think it deserves the 1's, 2's and 3's other reviewers are giving it.

The moral of my review is this, DO NOT LISTEN TO WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING. This is a funny movie. If you are an over sensitive little girl then I suggest you don't watch it. If you secretly find racism and obesity funny (at times) then go right ahead and watch it, you won't regret it, unless of course you cannot control your bladder. You'd be screwed.

This movie was very funny!!!! Why are people making such a big deal about this movie being "racist and making fun of overweight people"? People who think that need to lighten up and get a sense of humor! If you wanna see this movie because the previews look funny, go and see it. Don't listen to the other people because the movie is like 10 times funnier than the previews! This is definitely one a Eddie Murphy's best movies! I promise that you will think that this movie is funny. Yes, it does have a few racist shots, but if you have a sense of humor you won't mind. And yes, this movie is about an overweight woman, but once again, LIGHTEN UP PEOPLE! Have a good time and laugh at yourself!