Which Way is Up?
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Movie Reviews of Which Way is Up?
Movie Review: Brilliant!
Summary: 5 Stars
You can't find movies that come close to this one. Richard Pryor did a great job at making me laugh!Movie Review: Back in the day
Summary: 5 Stars
No matter if it's back in the 70's it's still funny! I love all the actors in the movieMovie Review: Hilarious Genius
Summary: 4 Stars
" Which Way Is Up " , has been , and still is one of the funniest movies , that I've seen. From the beginning to the end , it's just down right hilarious. I'm smiling right now , just thinking about certain scenes. The script isn't original , by any means...but Richard Pryor's comedic talents take this film to unprecedented heights of humor. During a period of 1970's film making , when stereotypical images of Blacks , were the norm , this film is highly likely to offend people who are desiring political correctness.However , if you're able to except this film , for what it is .....you'll soon find yourself laughing at every ludricrous scene. I think the genuine qualities, of this film , are that it doesn't try to be something it isn't. It also doesn't attmept to be over-the-top, ridiculous. It simply tells the story of Leroy Jones's ( a young man , who leads a life of stagnant impoverishment), relocation to the big city. Motivated by the prospects of new romance , more money , and the threat of being killed for unknowingly starting a worker's strike ( in his hometown)...Leroy moves.Early and dedicated perfomances by Leonette Mckee ( Sparkle , Jungle Fever , Malcom X , ect ) , Marilyn Coleman ( Menace 2 Society , Looking for Mr. Goodbar, ect. ), and Margaret Avery ( Color Purple ), give this film an inescapable sence of truth. Honestly , if it weren't for the cast's ability to play their characters with an honest sense of seriousness , this film wouldn't be so funny. But that's the key to " Which Way Is Up". And that's why it's still hilarious, today. I highly recommend it and it will remain one of the funniest movies that I've ever seen.The dvd doesn't offer anything , but the ability to skip and choose scenes . However , this film, captures Richard Pryor ( playing three different charactors ) during his comedic prime , and that's well worth the money you'll spend.Movie Review: happyforme
Summary: 4 Stars
the movie is one of my favorites. i thought i would not be able to find this movie. i checked with other companies that i thought would sell this movie and no luck. i am happy to have find the movie and i also brought another classic movie to watch with it. thanks.Movie Review: Funny...but at what price?
Summary: 3 Stars
Byfar, "Which Way is Up?" is a great contribution, in terms of hilarity, to the comedy genre from, arguably, one of the greatest comedians ever - Richard Pryor. From start to finish this film will keep you in your seat.
However, I have a major criticism. The characters in this film were terrible and boarderline offensive. Not uncommon to films of 1970's black cinema, when actors were typecasted and figures of tokenism, "Which Way is Up?," although very funny, is a product of this questionable era. The main character, Leroy Jones, for example, is a misogynistic, lying, adulterous, unintelligent degenerate - who is also sadistic and ruthless. These elements were the "normal" attributes given to African-American actors, at the time, and this film perpetuates them, successfully. However not the worst stereotypical comedy - that goes to "Soul Plane" - it is still rather bothersome, stereotypically.
All in all, "Which Way is Up?" is a hysterical,"stomach cramping," "bring a tear to your eye," film from Richard Pryor during, arguably, the pinnacle of his career. Anyone looking for a good laugh, and is not deterred by stereotypical overtones, should definitely check this out - it is worth it.