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Bad Words is a black-comedy film directed by and starring Jason Bateman in his feature directorial debut. Bateman plays Guy Trilby, a middle-aged man who discovers and exploits a loophole in the rules of a national spelling bee, allowing him to enter a competition designed for children. His deliberate disruption of the contest creates the film's central contrast between formal youth competition and an adult character pursuing a personal grievance.
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How good is Bad Words?
Bad Words scores 6.20/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Black Comedy category. Bateman's acidic comedy has modest support; reviews cite a thin premise, uneven tone, and limited staying power.
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See our alternatives page for Bad Words for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Greenberg (2010), Mother (2009 film), Nebraska (2013).
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With a score of 6.20/10, Bad Words is a solid option in Black Comedy. See all Black Comedy ranked.
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