Idiocracy

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Meet Joe Bowers (Luke Wilson), the first subject for the army's top secret human hibernation experiment. When the trial run goes awry, this "average Joe" awakens in the year 2505 only to discover that he is the smartest person in the world, stuck with the dumbest people in history. Now ... it's up to him to get human evolution back on track!
  • Starring: Luke Wilson, Maya Rudolph
  • Directed by: Mike Judge
  • Runtime: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Release year: 2006
  • Studio: 20th Century Fox
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Synopsis: Meet Joe Bowers (Luke Wilson), the first subject for the army's top secret human hibernation experiment. When the trial run goes awry, this "average Joe" awakens in the year 2505 only to discover that he is the smartest person in the world, stuck with the dumbest people in history. Now it's up to him to get human evolution back on track!
Starring: Luke Wilson, Maya Rudolph
Supporting actors: Dax Shepard, Eric Anderson, Mitch Baker, Tom Beaver, Laetitia Bertrand, Kevin Cacy
Directed by: Mike Judge
Genre: Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi, Thriller
Runtime: 1 hour 25 minutes
Release year: 2006
Studio: 20th Century Fox
MPAA Rating: Rated R for language and sex-related humor
ASIN: B000NB26NA (Rental) and B000LWBSDU (Purchase)
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Idiocracy DVD ~ Luke Wilson

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  • US Theatrical Release Date: Feburary 14, 2006
  • MPAA: Rated R for language and sex-related humor
  • Production Company: Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation, Ternion Pictures
  • USA Box Office: $ 438 Thousand
  • Also Known As: 3001 / Untitled Mike Judge Comedy
  • Filming Locations: Austin Convention Center - 500 E. Cesar Chavez Street, Austin, Texas, USA | Austin Studios - 1901 E. 51st Street, Austin, Texas, USA | Austin, Texas, USA | Gary Job Corps Center - 2800 Airport Highway 21 E., San Marcos, Texas, USA
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101 of 103 people found the following review helpful
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Idiocracy, meaning rule of the stupid, is a dystopian film from Director Mike Judge (Office Space) that cost about $30 million to make but only made about half a million dollars because the film's distributor wanted nothing to do with promoting the film. There were no advertisements, no trailers, and the film was eventually released on just 130 screens in a limited amount of American cities. The film is written by successful veterans, stars some solid talent, and the CGI effects and art direction were likely not inexpensive. Unlike most films that a distributor ignores, Idiocracy was well-received by critics and I will echo here that it is indeed a very good satire. The distributor was of course Fox and they were likely embarrassed to release a film that does what any good dystopian tale does, and that is strongly denounce the self-destructive culture we currently live in and continue to facilitate.

Joe Bauers (Luke Wilson) is the military's most average soldier. He is literally tested to be of average intelligence, health, etc. Rita (Maya Rudolph) is a prostitute who is seemingly always fearful of her pimp Upgraydd. They are both selected as guinea pigs for a classified program that aims to place them in hibernation for one year. They are put into coffin-like chambers and forgotten about after the program dissolves. They are left there for 500 years until they awaken after their chambers are forced open by the great garbage avalanche of 2505. The setting they exist in is a low-intelligence society influenced by dysgenics, cultural and moral devolution, and powerful corporate influence and consumerism. Starbucks and Costco have basically become brothels. Crops are fed with Gatorade because of, you know, the electrolytes. Doctors diagnose people as "tarded". The president is an alpha-male nationalist and former professional wrestler/porn star. A museum shows that Charlie Chaplin was leader of the Nazi party who fought using dinosaurs in their army but was eventually "Un-Nazied" by the "Un" (the United Nations). There are some more vulgar and hilarious ways in which corporations evolve to satisfy the ever decreasing intelligence of our society that I'd like to mention but can't. Finally, average soldier Joe Bauer is tested to be the most intelligent human being on Earth in 2505 and the rest of the story centers on his development in this environment. There are also some really interesting supporting roles from Thomas Haden Church and Justin Long, among others.

There are a few production flaws and at times some clunky dialogue, but really those are just nitpickings. Idiocracy is at times absolutely hilarious and it manages to make its point throughout. I think with many dystopian films people get offended by the societal criticism. However, I was encouraged by the truth within the satire here and enjoyed the film tremendously. If you find yourself angry just reading the movie summary in this review then I wouldn't necessarily recommend watching Idiocracy.
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175 of 188 people found the following review helpful
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If you hated this movie you either didn't get it or were one of the people that the opening narration talks about. This film is a scathing satire about the culture that is breeding things like Paris Hilton, Jerry Springer, and Girls Gone Wild and taking a look at where the United States could be if that culture continues to grow unchecked. The Result is a movie that while not as funny as Office Space, offers a humorous although somewhat frightening look at our society and pop culture. I think this movie is one of those films that will eventually become a cult favorite and generate an even larger following that Office Space has. If you are troubled by your little niece's obsession with being like Paris Hilton or are dismayed by what passes for entertainment these days then you need to see this movie.
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122 of 138 people found the following review helpful
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The way Fox handled this film is destined to become the stuff of legends, and itself should be sufficient reason to see it. Its release was delayed for years, the effects budget was cut drastically, it was never screened for critics and when it WAS released, it opened in a grand total of 130 theaters nationwide, and yanked very quickly after that.

There's enough discussion of the plot here, so I'll skip that. It owes an obvious debt to Kornbluth's "The Marching Morons", and that, too, is enough reason to see it. It is definitely one of the most bitter, cynical, and bleak movies I can recall viewing, and it has far more depth than a superficial look would convey. (I found myself hitting the "pause" button frequently - there's a LOT of details to check out.) The anti-corporate slams are fast and furious, and the scene of people playing the slots hoping for medical care is priceless. Those who complain that "it's dumb" obviously just don't get the point. (Maybe it's too much Fox News?)

Unfortunately, it loses energy in the second half with the contrived "romance". And in spite of what the case says, it is full-screen only. (The case claims it's widescreen, and double-sided.) It could have used some better effects and post-production work, but the studio wouldn't have it. A commentary would have really been welcome, too. What we have, then, is a flawed masterpiece, certainly a future cult film, and maybe, just maybe, one day Mike Judge will get to "finish" it *his* way. I know I'll be hoping.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Hilarious!
If you're into STUPID HUMOR (and Lord knows we need more of it these days), this movie delivers! You gotta love a comedy with a narrator that speaks as if he's trying to be... Read more
Published 2 days ago by Tom Harvey
right on
this movie depicts exactly how our society is becoming. whoever gives one star for this movie i think that they are the part of the problem, truth hurts.
Published 11 days ago by Nick
Super Funny Movie!
This is one of my favorite movies! Every time I watch it I pick up something new to crack up about. Read more
Published 20 days ago by South FL living
nothing but the truth
This movie is funny, but it is a sad glimpse into our future, We can see from this movie where we are headed, if we continue on the path that we are on. Read more
Published 28 days ago by Discover
Hilarious
I love this movie. Great visual humor and it's kind of scary because it could happen. The first time I saw it, I laughed non-stop, it gets funnier every time I watch.
Published 1 month ago by H. Brister
Lead, follow, or get out of the way
Idiocracy is a satirical look at the future of American culture and politics. What makes this funny is that it is grounded in contemporary reality, just pushed to an (even more)... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Andrew Everett
Funny as hell... scarily true.
This movie, done by Mike Judge (Office Space, Beavis & Butthead), is tremendously funny. The only problem is that this vision of our future is scarily accurate. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Stratmando
Iconic!
Idiocracy fortells the future in a humorous, no, hilarious fashion. It should be required viewing for everyone. Smart people need to make more babies, or we are all doomed!
Published 1 month ago by jmvidpro
Quite possible the funniest movie I have ever seen
Without giving away what happens, This movie is great. It is extremely funny and sadly appears to be true. It is not appropriate to watch with the family, girlfriend or kids. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Brian Robinson
Will's review of Ididocracy
Mike Judge who directed Office Space, Extract and Beavis and Butt-head, directed this gem. This movie never received any acclaim to speak of, but is one of the funniest movies I... Read more
Published 1 month ago by William Lengyel
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