I Want to Be Neenja! The Movie

This movie is original, fun and also inspirational. It's a unique combination of true story and scripted. There are numerous original characters and it's an original plot line too. Refreshing comedy and authentic delivery. In this era where Disney and big studios remake movies that end up taking away from the original spirit in which it was created, this movie is a great example of a new era of independent films and producers who are more focused on telling great stories and less focused on the bottom line of big studios. I also love the twist ending and think that children and adults will gain perspective and inspirations from watching the movie.

The song on it's own is ICONIC. But now the MOVIE! It's so original and epic! I love the unique way this film blends various styles and genres seamlessly together, creating an unexpected experience. New characters, new music, unapologetic humor. We need a sequel!!!

Getting to know more about Jennifer Murphy and her true GoGirl story was also interesting AND inspirational. My friends and I at college are going to have a really big watch party because we want Jen's indie moving to be seen and experienced by as many people as possible.

Chow, the villain, is also one of the refreshing characters in this film. A villain who's funny and even like-able adds a very unique twist!

A cinematic marvel that should be studied in schools around the world. Incredibly unique conceptualization executed perfectly, unlikely to ever be duplicated to such a grand scale due to its overwhelming originality. Might be the best mindbending movie in history, a generational psychological horror film dressed to perfection as a trashy meme documovie. One of the best plot twists in history, made even better when understanding the real life ramifications behind it, blending cinema and reality in an uncanny valley style that black mirror would be envious of. Uncomfortable in the best way, every single person played their roles incredibly. A masterclass in human psychology, a deep dive rabbit hole into delusion, something to show kids for generations. Don't judge a movie by its cover 😉

I Want to Be Neenja is not just an unfunny film-it's a tone-deaf, culturally insensitive mess that confuses parody with stereotype and self-awareness with laziness. What might have been intended as a quirky, irreverent comedy quickly collapses under the weight of its own outdated humor and shallow writing.

From the very start, the film leans heavily on a caricatured portrayal of East Asian culture that feels more at home in the early 2000s than in any era trying to be remotely self-reflective. Rather than satirizing ignorance or subverting tropes, it indulges in them-gleefully and without much nuance. The "jokes" often come at the expense of others, relying on exaggerated accents, clichéd martial arts references, and awkward slapstick that borders on uncomfortable.

The performances do little to elevate the material. While the cast seems game, the script gives them nothing to work with beyond one-note gags and recycled punchlines. Worse still, the main character's journey feels hollow-there's no meaningful growth, no lesson learned, just a meandering series of poorly constructed set pieces that quickly wear out their welcome.

Visually, the film isn't impressive either. The production design is cheap, the direction is flat, and the editing often undercuts what little comedic timing the scenes try to build. Any attempt at heart or message is drowned out by a desperate need to be edgy or viral.

In short, I Want to Be Neenja mistakes cringe for comedy and lacks the self-awareness or cleverness to justify its choices.

I wish I could get 1:25 of my life back to watch this "movie", but unfortunately, I cannot. 0/10 stars.

I loved this movie!! My son and I are big fans of the song and were excited to see the movie! It tells the story of Go Girl needing to "take Chow down to China town" and does it in comicbook style/real life. It is also documentary style and Jennifer goes through the story behind the song and how misinterpreted it was by the public! You get to finally hear her side of things and how she conquered through the backlash! While going back to the main plot of the movie which was the song told in movie form 😎 Loved the action and had lots of laughs!! A family must watch! For girl and boy Neenjas!!! 😎