The Interview
- February 1, 2021
- Geoff Alday
Get on itch.io Store"The Interview" is a single-player Horror Adventure game that combines chilling atmosphere with hilarious mockumentary-style humor. Players attend a job interview in a strange and unsettling office environment, using keyboard and mouse controls to interact with their surroundings. Created by independent developer Geoff Keene, "The Interview" offers a unique blend of corporate satire and jump scares, with the developer actively seeking player feedback to inform future projects.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The film is hilarious and delivers consistent laughs throughout, showcasing the comedic chemistry between James Franco and Seth Rogen.
- It effectively satirizes both the North Korean regime and the American entertainment industry, providing a mix of absurdity and social commentary.
- The portrayal of Kim Jong-un by Randall Park is particularly praised, adding depth and humor to the character.
- The film's humor can be crude and juvenile, which may not appeal to all audiences and can detract from the overall experience.
- Some viewers found the plot to be weak and overly reliant on shock value rather than a coherent storyline.
- The movie's violent climax and portrayal of real-life figures raised ethical concerns for some, leading to mixed feelings about its appropriateness.
- humor130 mentions
- 97 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The humor in the film is a mix of audacious, raunchy, and satirical elements that resonate well with fans of Seth Rogen and James Franco's comedic style. While some viewers appreciate the over-the-top and juvenile humor, others find it less appealing, noting that it may not hit all comedic targets. Overall, the film is described as consistently funny, with many laugh-out-loud moments, though it may not suit everyone's taste due to its crude and shock-value humor.
“It might not hit all of its satirical targets dead-on, but for what it's worth, it did what a comedy is supposed to do and made me laugh.”
“This was funny on two levels: first, for the sheer audacity and shock value, and second, because it's frighteningly close to real life.”
“In fact it was laugh out loud funny, I laughed so hard a few times I had to back it up to see what they were saying that I'd missed while laughing.”
“Some of the dialogue is cringey and the humor falls flat at times.”
“People who call this movie crude and unfunny simply don't enjoy Rogen/Franco films, so I'm not even sure why they bothered to watch it.”
“I don't understand how people can say this was not funny.”
- story16 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The story is described as a comedically simple yet engaging narrative that effectively supports the film's humor, while also addressing serious themes like manipulation and journalism. It features strong character development and a timely plot, though some reviewers noted that the latter part of the film shifts dramatically towards violence, which feels disproportionate to the earlier storytelling. Overall, the film is seen as entertaining, albeit with a predictable Hollywood formula.
“I found myself enthralled and drawn into the writing and story.”
“The story is extremely timely and very well done.”
“This movie had an amazing theme—about the nature of manipulation and the role of journalism in modern day entertainment culture, not to mention great character development, a pitch-perfect storyline.”
“As for the content and storyline, it is just there as an outline for all the jokes, which constantly come one after another.”
“It's not a classic or even a cult classic; it is a funny movie with some hysterical moments, glued together by an expectedly transparent and unimaginative status quo Hollywood plot formula.”
“I am now convinced that the whole hacking story was nothing but a publicity stunt to get people to see this movie.”
- music7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The music in the film is noted for its diverse and sometimes cheesy selection, effectively enhancing the parody's appeal and evoking strong reactions from viewers. Tracks from pop icons like Katy Perry and Scorpions contribute to a mix that balances humor and emotional moments, although some may find the juxtaposition of beauty and dark humor unsettling. Overall, the soundtrack is well-received, adding a unique layer to the film's experience.
“The choice of music during the much-talked-about death scene was pretty fitting.”
“The soundtrack is both diverse and cheesy enough (Scorpions, old western movie music) to give the whole parody a universal appeal, while giving the viewer a good, strong smirk.”
“I actually really dug the soundtrack; it added a unique flavor to the experience.”
“The third act brings things back to the pace of the first act, but still devolves into a standard action climax. As for the much-talked-about death scene, I didn't think it was too special, but the choice of music was pretty fitting.”
“So does the Diana Bang character, and even the way its soundtrack is both diverse and cheesy enough (Scorpions, old western movie music) to give the whole parody a universal appeal, while giving the viewer a good, strong smirk.”
“There is so much beauty in the children and the music and the scenery, and so much bloodshed in the sick jokes, that I am torn.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The character development in the movie is highly praised, effectively complementing its compelling theme of manipulation and the influence of journalism in contemporary entertainment culture, all within a well-crafted storyline.
“This game features incredible character development that truly immerses you in the journey of each character.”
“The depth of character development in this game allows players to form genuine connections and see real growth throughout the story.”
“I was impressed by how the character development unfolded, making each decision feel impactful and meaningful.”
