watched August 14th, 2023 on netflix

I don’t know why I watched this movie, but I did. The Package is ridiculous from start to finish, and I mean that in both a good and bad way. it’s the kind of movie that is so absurd, so silly, and so over-the-top that I just couldn’t look away. even though the story is mostly nonsense, I still found myself entertained. I knew what I was getting into - a dumb, mindless comedy - and in that sense, it delivered exactly what it promised. the humour in this movie is definitely not for everyone. it’s crude, immature, vulgar, and honestly quite cringe. but somehow, I still laughed at certain moments. maybe it’s because the situation is so bizarre that it just works. the characters are dumb, their decisions are even dumber, and yet, I kept watching. it’s like watching a slow-motion disaster - you know it’s bad, but you can’t stop looking. there are some jokes that land well and others that completely miss, making this movie a hit-or-miss comedy. one thing I appreciate is that the movie doesn’t waste time. the story moves quickly, which makes sense because of the urgency of the situation. there’s no unnecessary dragging of scenes, no deep emotional moments, just pure nonsense and chaos. it knows exactly what it is - a stupid, outrageous comedy - and it doesn’t try to be anything else. for that reason, I respect it. I mean, if a movie is about that kind of accident, there’s really no point in making it serious.

despite all its flaws, I actually enjoyed the wackiness of it. there’s something fun about watching a group of dumb friends run around in panic, trying to fix a problem they made worse. the randomness and over-the-top disasters kept me engaged, even when I was rolling my eyes at the ridiculousness of it all. it’s definitely one of those movies where you just turn off your brain and go along for the ride. would I recommend this movie? well, it depends. if you enjoy stupid comedies like Superbad or American Pie, then maybe. if you’re in the mood for something completely brainless and bizarre, sure, give it a try. but if you don’t like crude humour and over-the-top stupidity, this movie is definitely not for you. it’s one of those movies where you either find it funny or you absolutely hate it. overall, The Package is watchable, but it’s not great. it’s silly, messy, and full of cringe moments, but it also has some genuinely funny parts. I wouldn’t call it a must-watch, but if you’re looking for something stupidly entertaining, this might do the job. just don’t expect anything smart or meaningful.

final verdict: I think it was okay/watchable

maturity rating: R-rated genre: comedy, thriller duration: 1h 34m (94 mins) country: USA, Canada language: English screenplay: Kevin Burrows, Matt Mider major cast: Daniel Doheny, Geraldine Viswanathan, Luke Spencer Roberts, Eduardo Franco, Sadie Calvano