Michael Carvelli Loud and Clear Reviews Jan 11, 2025 3.5/5

Told with an endless amount of charm and nonsensical silliness, Barb & Star couldn’t have been released at a better time of the year, and will be a fun and entertaining at-home watch.

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Tania Hussain popculture. Jul 10, 2024

Unapologetically sweet and candied with breezy comedic swings that land flawlessly, Barb & Star Go to Vista Del Mar is a bright and spirited, absurdist adventure that will have you finding your shimmer during this fun, laughable getaway.

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Yasmine Kandil Discussing Film Jul 9, 2024 3/5

Depending on personal opinions and expectations of comedy, you may either find this to be a fantastically extravagant film or find it to be too over the top.

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Amy Thomasson InSession Film Apr 26, 2023 C+

If you are looking for a deep, riveting look at society and the meaning of life, this film is not it. If you are tired of cold weather, being cooped up in the house, and need a good, hard laugh, this movie completely delivers.

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Jennifer Bisset CNET Mar 31, 2023

Barb and Star is the perfect movie for 2021 -- with its pastel-colored tropical absurdity. It's also a great escapist movie for when you're, say, stuck in lockdown...

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M.N. Miller Ready Steady Cut Sep 11, 2022 2/5

Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar is a comedy that doesn’t know when to stop its Saturday Night Live Weekend Update’s buddy-buddy shtick.

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Dan Bayer Next Best Picture May 10, 2022 6/10

Did I mention it’s borderline insane?​

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Amanda Mazzillo Film Joy Mar 8, 2022

The absurdity of its humor is a breath of fresh air that was especially needed this year. The unique sense of humor, bright and colorful production design, and surrealism makes Barb and Star a truly unforgettable film.

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Brian Eggert Deep Focus Review Feb 17, 2022 3/4

Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar has an infectious, goofy freedom that can't help but conjure a smile.

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Dennis Schwartz Dennis Schwartz Movie Reviews Jan 20, 2022 C

A not so funny screwball comedy.

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Mara Reinstein Us Weekly Dec 28, 2021

From Kristen Wiig and Annie Mumolo, the Oscar-nominated actresses and screenwriters who brought us Bridesmaids a decade ago, comes a goofy vibe-of-a-movie centering on two middle-aged culottes-lovin' gal pals.

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Alistair Harkness Scotsman Dec 2, 2021 1/5

Avoid.

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Matt Hudson What I Watched Tonight Sep 23, 2021 6/10

It certainly helps that the titular characters are affable otherwise Barb & Star could have been a bust, instead it's simply just fine.

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Witney Seibold Critically Acclaimed Podcast Sep 13, 2021

A fresh, silly delight. One of the comedies of the year.

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Jennifer Heaton Alternative Lens Aug 23, 2021 8.5/10

If you've missed the gonzo comedies of the 90s and 00s that barely had a plot and just vibed on their stars' inherent funniness, this is the movie you've been waiting for.

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Charlotte Harrison Charlotte Sometimes Goes to the Movies Aug 6, 2021

Jamie Dornan in his best role ever.

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Alex Behan The Post NZ Jul 29, 2021

The chemistry between the actors (it must be said) is contagious.

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Nathaniel Rogers The Film Experience Jul 26, 2021 B+

Kristen Wiig is a quadruple threat here as producer/co-writer/and double-dipped in acting (hero & villain) and continues to be a national treasure.

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James Croot The Post NZ Jul 23, 2021 3.5/5

Wiig and Mumolo delightfully bring their culotte-wearing, Shania Twain-loving duo to life, walking the fine line of them being figures of fun and fun figures with engaging ease.

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Margot Harrison Seven Days (VT) Jul 21, 2021 3.5/5

Its plot has the benign bizarreness of something a shut-in might dream after downing a few mild edibles... The movie works, though, because its beating heart is Barb and Star's friendship chemistry.

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