Thumb Wars: The Phantom Cuticle (1999)

When I watched this short film I couldn't help laughing because it was such a seamless and brilliant rip off of Star Wars, which is definitely a Film that is not easy to make a spoof of. Steve Oedekerk really delivers in this because he takes a very serious story, as sci-fi films go; and turns it into something that will make you fall off your chair with laughter. Everything about his script is great, right from the moment where you first see a hand being used as the main spacecraft of the Thumbellion to the moment where all of the people are honoured for their part in the destruction of the death star; with even Oobedoob Scooby-Doo Benubi showing up in spirit with big grin and all. The names that are chosen for each character are great, my favourites are Princess Bunhead, Hand Duet, Cruchie and Oobedoob Benubi. If you haven't watched this film, give it a whirl; because you will not be disappointed. And even if you're a die hard fan of the Star Wars movies, you should definitely consider watching this film.

Okay, I'll admit it isn't better than STAR WARS--I was doing that to make all the rabid Star Wars fans nuts! I am a strange man. After all, I no longer have much interest in Star Wars and don't think much about all the hype--after all the movies, I'm tired. Maybe it's that they are too predictable or maybe I've just become an old fart, but I just don't feel nearly as excited about the movies as when I saw the first one back in 1977. Fortunately, my boredom was recently shattered when I stumbled upon this 30 minute gem from Steve Oedekerk. Unlike Space Balls, this is a GOOD spoof of the genre and I have NEVER met anyone who actually sat through this film who didn't like it. Sure, there will be some who say this is a VERY DUMB movie (after all, it stars thumbs with faces)--but that is probably because they just assumed it was bad and never gave it a chance! Rebell against your instinct to avoid watching this film. TRUST ME--I have your best interests at heart! Watch it and enjoy the silliness--because sometimes you just need a good stupid laugh! PS--if you like this one, there are other THUMB movies (though I think this one is best). For a NEARLY as funny film, watch THUMBTANIC!

I watched this before I was such a big Star Wars fan, but I still found it hilarious! I'm sure I'll find it funnier when I watch it again, but I thoroughly enjoyed it the first time and would recommend it to anyone and everyone! The extremely funny names for all of the characters are excellent, and the characters look fantastic (if not a little weird). The voices only add to the humour, and the thumb/finger-related phrases are very funny. A true piece of comedy, even if it is rather short, and it's worth every penny! Thumbtanic is also a treat, although it doesn't stick in my mind quite as well as this masterpiece. It suited my sense of humour perfectly, and will be enjoyable for people of all ages, even if they have never been really "into" the Star Wars films. Star Wars fanatics will find it hilarious, and I strongly recommend it. Absolutely brilliant!

this movie kicks. it has got to be one of the funniest movies i have ever seen. another great one is the blair thumb. one of the funniest ideas in this movie is that they make fun of the whiny way luke acted. star wars is pretty good except for luke. he talks to fast and he wines through the whole thing. do not watch this if you boring and you can't take a joke. right. 10/10