The Court Jester

2024
10m

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Pauly Shore, Jesse Heiman, Jake Lewis, Ehron Asher, Emil Håseth Gurvin, and Alen Stubbs in The Court Jester (2024)

"The Court Jester" is an uplifting and heartwarming short film that blends humor, inspiration, and a touch of whimsy. At its core, the film is a tribute to the enduring legacy of fitness gur... Read all"The Court Jester" is an uplifting and heartwarming short film that blends humor, inspiration, and a touch of whimsy. At its core, the film is a tribute to the enduring legacy of fitness guru Richard Simmons, renowned for his infectious energy and dedication to helping others. Th... Read all"The Court Jester" is an uplifting and heartwarming short film that blends humor, inspiration, and a touch of whimsy. At its core, the film is a tribute to the enduring legacy of fitness guru Richard Simmons, renowned for his infectious energy and dedication to helping others. The narrative unfolds during a 2004 episode of the Ellen DeGeneres Show, where Richard makes... Read all

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6.7/10

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Richard Simmons Biopic

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Lead actor Pauly Shore stated in an impromptu interview in an airport by Inside Edition, that he has nothing but respect for Richard Simmons and added that people say that he looks like him and that he really likes him so it was not a difficult choice to play him on film. At the time of this post (1/2024) Richard Simmons reportedly hadn't signed off on a biopic or a feature film about his life and it is not clear if he had seen the biopic yet or will.

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9/10

Surprisingly Kind and Truly Moving

Pauly Shore captures the spirit, mannerisms and embodies Richard Simmons, you forget its not really Richard. This short begged to be longer and left the viewer wanting a next chapter of the story. This is a very loving portrayal, like beautiful music.

I wasn't sure what to expect, after seeing Richard Simmons upset at the upcoming biopic, but if this short is an indication there is not only nothing to worry about, but it will honor a very kind man that helped so many.

I read the more negative reviews here and I think they were written before they even watched because they in no way reflect what took place on screen.