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Have you ever watched a movie that was so good, it was actually bad? 🤔 That’s right, I said it. We all know the saying, “so bad it’s good,” but let’s flip the script and talk about movies that are so good, they’re actually bad. Confused? Don’t worry, I’m here to explain.
In this article, we’re going to delve into the world of movies that fall into the “good bad” category. We’ll take a look at the characteristics that make a movie so good it’s bad, and we’ll even provide some examples to illustrate our points. So, grab some popcorn and let’s get into it!
What Makes a Movie So Good It’s Bad?
Before we jump into our list of examples, it’s important to understand what exactly makes a movie so good it’s bad. There are a few key characteristics that tend to be present in these types of films:
Overacting: Some movies are filled with performances that are so over-the-top, they become unintentionally hilarious. Think dramatic monologues delivered with excessive passion or fight scenes that look more like a choreographed dance.
Egregious Plot Holes: We’ve all come across movies with plot holes so big, you could drive a truck through them. These gaps in logic can make a movie feel disjointed and confusing, ultimately leading to unintentional comedy.
Poor Production Values: From shoddy special effects to laughably bad costumes, poor production values can turn a movie into a cringe-worthy experience. When everything on screen looks cheap and cheesy, it’s hard to take the movie seriously.
Incoherent Storytelling: Sometimes, a movie’s plot is so convoluted and nonsensical that it becomes impossible to follow. This can lead to unintentional comedy as viewers try to piece together the jumbled mess on screen.
Examples of Movies So Good They’re Bad
Now that we have a better understanding of what makes a movie “good bad,” let’s take a look at some prime examples of this phenomenon:
The Room (2003): Directed by and starring the enigmatic Tommy Wiseau, The Room has become a cult classic for its baffling dialogue, nonsensical plot, and awkward acting. It’s so bad, it’s good – or is it so good, it’s bad? You decide.
Plan 9 from Outer Space (1959): Often referred to as the worst movie ever made, Plan 9 from Outer Space is a treasure trove of bad filmmaking. From cardboard gravestones to laughable alien costumes, this movie has it all.
Birdemic: Shock and Terror (2010): This low-budget “horror” film features some of the most hilariously bad special effects you’ll ever see. From CGI eagles that look more like animated clip art to awkwardly shot action scenes, Birdemic is a prime example of a movie so good it’s bad.
Batman & Robin (1997): While the Batman franchise has had its fair share of hits, Batman & Robin is widely regarded as a misstep. With its cheesy one-liners, over-the-top costumes, and campy plot, this film falls squarely into the “good bad” category.
Why Do We Love “Good Bad” Movies?
Despite their flaws, “good bad” movies hold a special place in our hearts. Here are a few reasons why we can’t get enough of these cinematic trainwrecks:
Entertainment Value: Let’s face it – there’s something undeniably entertaining about watching a movie that’s so bad it’s good. Whether it’s the unintentional comedy or the sheer audacity of the filmmakers, these movies keep us coming back for more.
Cultural Phenomena: “Good bad” movies often achieve cult status, with dedicated fan bases and midnight screenings. There’s a certain sense of camaraderie that comes from bonding over a shared love of terrible movies.
Nostalgia: For many of us, “good bad” movies remind us of simpler times when we could gather with friends and family to revel in the absurdity on screen. These films hold a nostalgic charm that keeps us coming back for more.
Conclusion
In conclusion, “good bad” movies are a unique and endearing part of popular culture. Whether it’s the unintentional comedy, the cringe-worthy production values, or the sheer audacity of the filmmakers, there’s something undeniably captivating about these cinematic oddities. So, the next time someone mentions a “so bad it’s good” movie, don’t be afraid to flip the script and bring up a movie that’s so good it’s bad. After all, sometimes the best entertainment comes from the unlikeliest of places.
So, what’s your favorite example of a movie that’s so good it’s bad? Let us know in the comments below! And if you’re in the mood for a good laugh, why not gather some friends and host a “good bad” movie night? It’s sure to be an unforgettable experience.
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12 Years A Slave.
I hope for anyone that’s seen it, this suggestion makes sense to them.
Pans Labyrinth … And …. City of God
How they make you feel. Do you want the relive the feeling? The question is movies that made you feel so much that you won’t watch them all again. As in they made feel too much. I could name alot more movies.
I don’t think anyone’s actually answering the question. To me the obvious answer is Avengers: Endgame. The only way to make it as good as it is and to include all the characters they’ve built up over 10 years is commit some cardinal movie sins like time travel. It also just left some plot holes, lack of character development, and forced plots purely because they had to fit the culmination of 10 years of cinema and hundreds of characters into a 3 hour movie.
Quiet Earth – 1985
>!When everyone around him vanishes overnight, scientist Zac Hobson (Bruno Lawrence) finds himself seemingly the only person on the planet. The isolation initially drives him to the brink of suicide, but eventually Zac adapts to a day-to-day routine. After meeting two other survivors, Joanne (Alison Routledge) and Api (Peter Smith), a Maori, the trio roams New Zealand trying to understand what caused everyone else to disappear, why they remained behind — and whether disaster will strike again!<
For me, American Psycho. A very entertaining film and a good watch but always leave unsatisfied at the lack of answers at the end
Movies that are great but depict subject matter that is hard to watch – Schindler’s List has already been mentioned, also 12 Years A Slave.
I would say Rebel Moon TRIES so hard to be good, that it’s bad
Dogville and Dancer in the Dark have already been mentioned, but there are definitely movies that are great, but just way too depressing. That covers all of Lars von Trier, The Pianist, Lilja 4-ever, Requiem for a Dream and a lot of similar movies about very serious issues. They deal with the subject matter well and are well done for what they aim to be, but because the topics are horrible, the movies are also just tough to watch.
There is also a type of movie that has all around great production value, big stars or at least competent genre actors, a good script, good dialogue, nice cinematography, good special effects, no real flaws etc, but somehow it all adds up to “bland”. Avatar is probably the best example, but a lot of Marvel also falls under this and I feel like there are basically very competently made movies of all sorts of genres that are pretty forgettable and where having some hammy performances, cringy dialogues and wonky CGI, or especially some bold choices, would make the whole movie stand out more. For me personally, a lot of biopics or “based on true events” movies fall under this. Everyone is well cast, everything is well recreated, everyone is “in character”, important things happen and are expertly filmed, but the movie has nothing to say about any of this. Of recent successful movies, I’d probably say Dunkirk and Oppenheimer fall under this category the most.
_Joker_ for me.
It was so well done that it felt disturbingly real. Too real for comfort.
The Mist (2007) pulls no punches at the end and leaves me despondent for days afterward. I think that is sorta what you’re asking.
The Elephant Man
Epic in scope, great cast, Oscar winning director, memorable scenes, solid performances, but a box office flop, reviled by many critics, admired a few, now enjoying a bit of a renaissance. Heaven’s Gate (Michael Cimino 1980).
‘Dancer in the Dark’. The shabby environment and social realism become too much.
The King’s Speech. An absolutely straightforward movie with no subtext or complexity that only needs to be seen once, or not at all.
I didn’t care for the Avatar movies, even though the special effects were pretty cool.
Oppenheimer is objectively a very competent movie, which also makes it fall short of its ambitions.
Schindler’s List. Well done. Disturbing AF. Cant watch it more than once.
I think Joker (2019) is so good it’s bad. As someone who struggled with mental illness for most of my life, it was a little too real for me. Love the movie but I can’t watch it again.
Westworld
Hackers (1995) love the overdeveloped archetypes and the creativity in depicting ‘hacking’ softwares
CONAIR
Most Kevin Costner movies, whether starring and/or directed. Dances With Wolves, JFK, Field of Dreams. Good movies, but I don’t want to see them again.
Conversely, I think Robin Hood; Prince of Thieves is bad, but I love it. 🤔
Maybe “The Act Of Killing”? A well-made documentary looking into the psyches of people who commit genocide is a rough watch.
Boys Don’t Cry. Brilliant performances, powerful storytelling, never want to watch it a second time.
Avatar and Avatar, the Way of Water.
Stunning movies to watch, but the dialogue and premise…goddamn they’re slogs
Dogville. It’s a great concept but it is some of the worst acting from a bunch of a A/B-list stars.
I mean, there are excellent films I have zero desire to watch again, like Irreversible and Requiem For A Dream.
Steven seagal movies are the pinnacle of cinema. He’s the most unintentionally funny person who has ever lived.
ALOT of people did not read the prompt carefully
Come and See. Very well done, harrowing. It portrays the horrors of war so depressingly that I don’t think I’ll ever need or want to watch it again.
I’m thinking movies that leave you unsettled or upset when you didn’t want to be. For me, I remember watching American History X on a Friday night in college right before I was going to go out to a party. It completely ruined my night.
Folks, the OP sought “so good it’s bad,” not the reverse. My answer to that question is Barry Lyndon.
I think of overmanacured Oscar bait. Like “twelve years a slave” or “the English patient” I does everything right but just doesn’t have it.
A Clockwork Orange.
Stanley Kubrick is a brilliant director. Malcolm McDowell gives a spot-on performance. This is one of those classics film students gush over.
And yet it can be hard to watch.
>!The story includes several rape scenes, including one where the central character’s gang breaks a man’s back and then forces the man to watch–while he’s paralyzed from the waist down–as they rape his wife.!<
>!The intellectual premise of the story is also IMO not especially persuasive. Science eventually cures this guy of his violence but the cure also takes away his artistic sensibilities. That would have been a more meaningful loss if he had been an artist to begin with: if wrote music, or at least if he were a musician. Instead he’s just a guy with a music collection. His losing the ability to enjoy music is set up as a tradeoff, yet really society hasn’t lost because he had never made any art.!<
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Kung Pao: Enter the Fist.
That was a masterpiece.
Mother! was very well-made, but I was on the edge of throwing up for half of it. Never watching that shit again.
Avatar was ok but all the overhype sort of steered me away from it after that.
Tenet. Really high production values, interesting premise, and solid acting talent, but it’s so tied down by scientific mumbo jumbo you can’t understand what’s going on plot wise.