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Buddy Films

Buddy Films. Characteristics. The main characters are usually two men (that’s what makes a movie like Thelma and Louise interesting). There is witty banter between the two characters throughout. Friendship is strained and strengthened over the course of the film.

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Buddy Films

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  1. Buddy Films

  2. Characteristics • The main characters are usually two men (that’s what makes a movie like Thelma and Louise interesting). • There is witty banter between the two characters throughout. • Friendship is strained and strengthened over the course of the film. • The characters are often near opposites.

  3. Examples • Buddy films can combine with most other genres. • They can be drama or comedy (but usually have some comedic elements). • Action: Lethal Weapon, Beverly Hills Cop, Shanghai Noon, Men In Black, Cop Out • Comedy: Wayne’s World, Weekend at Bernie’s, Grumpy Old Men, Clerks, Superbad • Road trip: Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle, Blues Brothers, Tommy Boy, Kingpin, Dumb and Dumber

  4. Famous Directors of Buddy Films • Kevin Smith • The Farrelly Brothers • Judd Apatow

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