Jiminy Glick in Lalawood (2005): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
Jiminy Glick in Lalawood is a 2005 comedy directed by Vadim Jean, starring Martin Short and Jan Hooks. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes and earned $36,039 worldwide. Critics gave it 23% on Rotten Tomatoes and 41 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 30m (90 min)
- Director
- Vadim Jean
- Genre
- Comedy
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM)
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Jiminy Glick in Lalawood About?
The premise of Jiminy Glick in Lalawood without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Jiminy Glick, the eccentric and self-absorbed talk show host, is the star of this outrageous comedy. Set in Lalawood, the film follows Jiminy and his signature fat suit as he navigates a chaotic world of cringe-worthy celebrity interviews and brutally honest encounters. Expect a wildly entertaining and hilarious ride as Jiminy's already unusual world spirals further into utter chaos.
Jiminy Glick in Lalawood Themes & Keywords
· 36 tags- reference to forrest gump
- reference to kevin kline
- jiminy glick character
- parody comedy
- smoking
- cigarette smoking
- smoking during sex
- reference to pubic hair
- toronto ontario canada
- murder
- celebrity
- hollywood california
+24 more Show fewer
- overweight
- inside joke
- twin
- television
- spoof
- sex
- sexual joke
- red carpet
- movie business
- montana
- lesbian
- knife
- interview
- interviewer
- interviewee
- india
- hotel
- handkerchief
- film industry
- film festival
- cell phone
- blood
- alcohol
- character name in title
Jiminy Glick in Lalawood Cast
Martin Short leads the cast, with Jan Hooks. Directed by Vadim Jean.
- Director Vadim Jean
More from Vadim Jean
More films directed by Vadim Jean: Cruel and Unusual, Breaking the Bank, In the Land of the Free… and The Real Howard Spitz.
Jiminy Glick in Lalawood Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Jiminy Glick in Lalawood 23% on Rotten Tomatoes and 41 on Metacritic.
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Rotten Tomatoes 23% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 34%
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Metacritic 41 Metascore
User score 6.7
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TMDB 44% User score
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Jiminy Glick in Lalawood Plot Summary
What happens in Jiminy Glick in Lalawood from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Martin Short’s character, Jiminy Glick, bursts onto the scene as a self-indulgent entertainment journalist, a witty parody reminiscent of shows like Entertainment Tonight or Access Hollywood. As the narrative unfolds, it cleverly transforms into a captivating whodunit, with David Lynch, portrayed by Martin Short, channeling the essence of Hercule Poirot.
Glick’s journey starts at a mysterious hotel, where he crosses paths with Lynch, who captivates guests with enigmatic monologues about his latest film. Seizing an opportunity, Glick manages to secure an interview with Ben Di Carlo (Corey Pearson), the lead in the unsuccessful indie film Growing Up Gandhi—a biopic detailing Mahatma Gandhi’s unlikely ascendancy in the boxing ring. Although the film fails to impress critics, Glick is taken aback by its outrageous concept.
Full summary
The whole story of Jiminy Glick in Lalawood, scene by scene
Jiminy Glick in Lalawood Box Office
Jiminy Glick in Lalawood grossed $36,039 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$36K
- US & Canada
- $36K
Jiminy Glick in Lalawood Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Jiminy Glick in Lalawood.
How Well Do You Know Jiminy Glick in Lalawood?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Who is the main character played by Martin Short?
Cars in Jiminy Glick in Lalawood
4 cars on screen, including the 2000 Hyundai Accent and the 2002 Ford Thunderbird.
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2000 Hyundai Accent Important role -
2002 Ford Thunderbird Minor role -
1998 Lincoln Town Car Stretched Limousine Minor role -
1995 Ford Econoline Background role
Jiminy Glick in Lalawood Also Known As
5 alternative titles, including “Jiminy Glick in Gagawood” and “Джиміні Глік в Ля-ля-вуді”.
- Also known as
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- Jiminy Glick in Gagawood
- Джиміні Глік в Ля-ля-вуді
- Diliwood
- Джимини Глик в Ла-ла-вуд
- Джимини Глик в Ля-ля-вуде
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Jiminy Glick in Lalawood FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Jiminy Glick in Lalawood, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Jiminy Glick in Lalawood?
Jiminy Glick in Lalawood runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).
When was Jiminy Glick in Lalawood released?
Jiminy Glick in Lalawood was released on May 6, 2005.
Who directed Jiminy Glick in Lalawood?
Jiminy Glick in Lalawood was directed by Vadim Jean.
More films by Vadim Jean Who is in the cast of Jiminy Glick in Lalawood?
Jiminy Glick in Lalawood stars Martin Short and Jan Hooks.
How much did Jiminy Glick in Lalawood make at the box office?
Jiminy Glick in Lalawood grossed $36,039 worldwide.
How is Jiminy Glick in Lalawood rated?
Jiminy Glick in Lalawood has 23% on Rotten Tomatoes, 41 on Metacritic and 44% on TMDB.
Does Jiminy Glick in Lalawood have a post-credit scene?
No. Jiminy Glick in Lalawood has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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