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Generally positive reviews
A 30-something virgin, rejected by his girlfriend, embarks on a trip to Thailand. Hilarity ensures when he gets mistaken for a famous Thai porn star.
Enrique Gil leads an absolutely game cast through an unapologetically raunchy and sidesplittingly hilarious barkada flick that asks questions about real brotherhood, male self-esteem, and the true measure of a man. (A)
βA ridiculously bonkers and outrageously hilarious trip that goes for the jugular, proving that it's more than just a big dick. It's a motherfvcking riot. (4/5)
βThe movie's appeal lies in its oddity, dancing on the line of the insanely ridiculous throughout its runtime.
βAfter doing loveteam projects for so long with his partner Liza Soberano, Gil showed that he has what it takes to be a comedic actor. He has a natural knack for the genre, going all out [...] to prove a point that he does not have a 'big bird'. (4/5)
βUsually takot ang mainstream na maglabas ng R-16 na comedy dahil iniisip nila na walang manonood. And yet heto ang I Am Not Big Bird na buong tapang na naglabas ng bayag. (Maganda)
βIt is a big move for an established production company to release an R-16 sexy comedy film nationwide. It is a bold decision for famous celebrities to play the roles and say some taboo words. This movie has opened doors for others to create more gutsy and refreshing concepts for the Filipino audience to see. (2.94/5)
βThe sillier the story gets, the stronger the whole thing is. Its heart, inexplicably, is in the same place as its penis.
βThe biggest selling point of this new film is its unlikely star -- Enrique Gil -- in his first film post Liza Soberano. (7/10)
βDepending on your taste, your mileage may vary on the heavy amount of penis jokes, but thereβs no denying the movie isnβt afraid to push the envelope when it can, making for a memorable time.
ββI Am Not Big Birdβ is a comedic throwback to the late 90s and early 2000s aesthetic, with notable remnants such as VHS tapes and digicams, as well as an ode to outlandish action films from decades past, adding fuel to the parody fire. (3.5/5)
βIf youβre going to do a film like #IAmNotBigBird, everyone should be committed to the act and they sure did here. (3.5/5)
βThis one is definitely a riot. Itβs 70s exploitation cinema but less problematic. (Nikkoβs choices as a gay man? Not giving.) Reminding Philippine audiences the great tradition of Eddie Romero and Cirio Santiago. (3.5/5)
βI Am Not Big Bird, Enrique Gilβs big comeback, pulls no punches when it comes to delivering campy and wacky sex-driven humor. (3.5/5)
βFunny, raunchy and everything you want it to be. I Am Not Big Bird doesnβt hold back on giving the audience a fun ride that is full of surprises that can go extreme and uncomfortable at times. (3.5/5)
β'I Am Not Big Bird' proves that no comedy is cringy to watch as long as the execution and jokes are well-executed. (6.4/10)
β...I liked it, I wish they leaned in more on the jokes and made it even more raunchy, but I'll leave that for the sequel. (Please make a sequel.) (3/5)
β...for viewers who are looking for a little bit more substance in their comedies, and for those who prefer more modern sensibilities when it comes to sex-related matters, the film might not be as funny.
βIt's ridiculously stupid and fun, a much warranted breather from the recent forgettable years of Philippine film comedy from filmmakers who are outdated with their material. (3/5)
βI never thought Enrique Gil can be this funny! Its a good "CUMback" movie for Quen, MALAKI ang potential nya sa comedy! (3/5)
βAs something new and different, βI Am Not Big Birdβ was poised to really turn heads, start conversations, and really break boundaries. But they played it safe. (2.5/5)
βItβs way more fun when it commits to being unapologetic, instead of pushing for an emotional note that ends up so flaccid, ultimately failing to climax.
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