I got this movie as a free bonus with another purchase. Going into the movie, I didn't expect very much. After all, they were giving it away for free so how good could it be, right? The answer, surprisingly, was pretty darn funny.
"Spyfall" makes fun of the spy genre in much the same way "Airplane" made fun of the disaster movie. Sure, there was a lot of dialogue that felt forced but there were so many moments that I found myself chuckling at and belly laughing uncontrollably. The principle protagonists were Mike Hawk and agent Pi. If you say that quickly, it sounds a little like "My Cock" so, naturally, that verbal pun was played into heavily. Sometimes they beat the spy stereotype over the head such as when a lady is in bed with Mike Hawk congratulating him on his prowess before being joined by multiple women in the same bed and room. Other times, the stereotypes are turned on their heads such as the principle goons failing, not through stupidity, but due to being extremely intelligent and overthinking things. Naturally, the main villain gets tricked into monologuing and revealing an increasing ridiculous plan for world domination.
In terms of the filming, some effects were very bad, but intentionally so, making them even funnier. Some of the visual gags must have taken many times to get right. Indeed, the blooper reel is also hilarious.
The sound mixing was also well done and the soundtrack was very reminiscent of what might be found on a Bond movie, including the sexy opening credits (after the obligatory opening scene that sets the 'punny' tone of the movie to follow).
All in all, this is now my second favorite spy spoof behind another one called "Top Secret" (which I also highly recommend after you watch "Spyfall").
If you have a sense of humor, "Spyfall" is a great way to spend an hour and a half and brightening your day. If you don't have a sense of humor, watch it anyway and it will likely break your veneer. I dare you not to laugh.
