After nearly seven years of local cinematic pride, it’s high time we paid tribute to the prodigal son who unexpectedly took Hollywood by storm and brought the Knoxville name with him. Join us for one of the most unique nonfiction-ish films ever produced, a fascinating bit of dirtbag pure cinema that’s sure to be ten times as fun with a roaring audience. (And for goodness sake, don’t try this at home.)

In this comedic documentary, Johnny Knoxville heads a crew of stuntmen, skateboarders and all-around lunatics as they prank, embarrass and torture each other in the name of fun. The antics range from childlike — the boys don panda suits for a romp through Tokyo — to grotesque and life-threatening. A golf cart demolition derby turns downright dangerous. Live gators nearly chomp maniac Steve-O. Filmmaker Spike Jonze and Knoxville, in heavy makeup, test the public’s patience for the elderly.

“A disgusting, repulsive, grotesque spectacle, but also hilarious and provocative. God help me, thumbs up.” – Richard Roeper

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