Phat Beach

this film changed the way i thought about movies, it raises the bar, no film is close at the moment, except Donnie Darko!!! when the film finished i was truely moved and the hairs on the back of my neck were on end all night.(either that or the heating was off!!!!). the character development was sublime, the plot-addictive. and when it was all over i felt, i had connected with the phat guy. contrary to other peoples opinions, joshs, this film is well worth buying and will be a regular discussion point along with the greats like star wars and the godfather I & II. a truely excellent movie, one which i will share this pleasure with my children in 20 years time, it is that good!!!

Many people don't like this movie. To me, it's a classic. Sure, it spawned from the West Coast, and as we all know, everything comes from the West to the East, but this movie is an exception. Nineteen Ninety Six; the year Antichrist Superstar came out. Even though this is a very funny movie and some lines from it will be repeated for years, the wardrobe and music seems to be at least four years behind the original release date. At first viewing, you would think this film was released in 1991 or 1992 considering all the music and styles, but turn the DVD case over and you'll see 1996. I think this is the only exception that the East Coast was WAY ahead of the West Coast.

Overall, a hilarious movie with lines you will repeat over and over again.

Phat Beach (1996) is a movie that I recently watched for the first time in a long time on Tubi. The storyline follows a pair of friends looking for a quick buck and to score some honeys; and for one of the friends, get their parents off their case. One of the friends has a plan to go to the beach to sell sunglasses. Unfortunately for them they spend more money than they make once at the beach and they will need to find a way to make some funds to get home.

This movie is directed by Doug Ellin (Entourage) and stars Brian Hooks (Bulworth), Eric Fleeks (The Glass Shield), Jermaine Hopkins (Lean on Me), Coolio (Dangerous Minds) and Tom Lister Jr (Friday).

I always thought it was funny that this movie was advertised as having Coolio in it, and he's barely in it. 😂 This has a lighthearted storyline that steals elements from House Party and Friday but isn't nearly as good as either of them. The premise had potential, and there are a few solid one-liners that will make you smirk, but the decision making and comedic elements were average or over used. The females in this are gorgeous, and the strip club scene is fantastic. The soundtrack is solid too.

Overall, this is a below average addition to the comedic genre that's still worth a watch. I would score this a 4/10 and recommend seeing it once.

This is the epic tale of a overweight young man and his player buddy Darnell's trip to the beach, the Phat Beach! The fat boy steals his father's Benz and off they go, with visions of fat booties in their heads. Once they get there, Darnell is getting mo' booty than a bike seat and the fat man (whose name I can't remember, else I'd use it, I'm not trying to offend the overweight here) keeps getting rejected. He sees his dream girl and chases her as best as he can, but she is cruel to him. The film then begins to get pretty depressing with the fat man wandering around alone while Darnell keeps getting them ladies. There is something I like about this movie, and I honestly don't know what it is. Nothing really happens in it, it isn't very funny, there is little to no nudity, Coolio is in it for about three seconds, but I am always drawn back to it. About once a year I get a craving for Phat Beach. It takes all kinds, I guess. In Phat Beach related news: I gave this DVD to a friend for his birthday. His house was broken into on my birthday and a bunch of stuff was stolen, including this DVD. Bizarre.

"Phat Beach" is a lighthearted, playful film that embodies the spirit of 90s humor. With a runtime of 1 hour 29 minutes, this R-rated comedy manages to pack in a decent amount of laughs and entertainment. The movie's strongest aspect is its nostalgic value, with plenty of classic 90s references and humor that will have you chuckling.

One of the highlights of the film is the guest appearance by Coolio, which adds a touch of coolness to the already fun vibe. The cast's chemistry and energy are infectious, making it easy to get caught up in the movie's carefree atmosphere.

While "Phat Beach" may not be a groundbreaking or deeply meaningful film, it's a solid choice for those looking for a lighthearted, fun watch. If you're in the mood for some 90s nostalgia and a playful comedy, this movie is definitely worth checking out.