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Jackass: Best and Last review
So-called final outing for Johnny Knoxville and his daring, stunt-hungry pals might be close to a greatest hits reel, but there are enough laughs to warrant the nostalgia
TL;DR
- The film features Steve-O undergoing a prostate exam by a robot and the crew ingesting laxatives before a Twister game.
- It is presented as the final Jackass film, though previous entries have also hinted at finality.
- Johnny Knoxville expresses sincerity about ending the series, with his voice breaking at times.
- The film contains less new stunt footage than previous installments, resembling a compilation or greatest hits album.
- New recruits like 'Poopies' perform stunts, while others like Rachel Wolfson and Jasper Dolphin have a reduced role.
- Previously unaired segments from the show's early days are included, such as Knoxville shopping for a hacksaw in a prison jumpsuit.
- Older footage, including a pre-MTV segment with Knoxville in a bulletproof vest, is also featured.
- The film's compilation nature might disappoint hardcore fans, but seeing it with a crowd is still enjoyable.
- The Jackass crew's physical danger and communal joy are contrasted favorably with other horror-comedy films.
- The movie is seen as a valuable contribution to horror comedy, with the crew as the 'true kings'.