I'm not a huge fan of Franco and Co, but this film is made with a ton of swag and off-the-hinges humor, that is just pleasant to watch.Sometimes they take it too far, I admit, but still really funny and it's filled with love for the genre it mocks, which is also important. I think there should be more fantasy parodies like this one, it makes for a great movie date :)

This movie makes fun of all the fantasy movies that take themselves too seriously. Not just medieval ones, but Star Wars and the like, too.But, it's not a spoof, nor is it a classic comedy, nor a time-travel story (someone from today going back to medieval times or vice-versa). It's a combination of elements from all those and deserves credit for trying something different.It's very silly by intent, so there's no sense in thinking about it's realism or the like. But, it has a mostly coherent story, interesting characters and is funny most of the time.Could have been more funny, relied less on foul language and genitalia related jokes and been even more silly. But, nobody's perfect.The greatest impression for me was Natalie Portman's character. It makes fun of all these unbelievable "strong/warrior women" you get a lot in movies lately, but doesn't over-do it. Even some seemingly ridiculous things, like when she grabs the Danny McBride's character, a larger and slightly over-weight guy, by his crotch and then easily throws him over her head without leverage, seem silly in this context, not forced or off-putting (as Uma Thurman's Kill Bill antics feel). Also, Natalie Portman was a great fit to play this character. In general, the casting is very good.It would be nice if more movies tried to do something different, like this one does, it's refreshing.

I came to this film with low expectations and what can I say, I chuckled a few times and rather enjoyed this stoner/slacker modernist take of a medieval adventure.Danny McBride (Thadeous) and James Franco (Fabious) are two princes on a dangerous mission to save their land and rescue Fabious's fiancée Zooey Deschanel (Belladonna.)Older brother Fabious has always been valiant. Thadeous prefers booze, weed and easy maidens. When it comes to combat he tends to stay back. Joined by Natalie Portman (Isabel) a warrior with her own agenda they go on a journey where they meet evil wizards, vanquish terrifying creatures and treacherous knights.This is a silly low brow film with a penchant for a lot of penis jokes and other smutty type of humour. Its not quite Monty Python. Everyone speaks in cod English accents and seem to enjoy themselves including Portman who had recently won a Best Actress Oscar when she made this film. Franco comes across as a bit vacant though.The humour is hit and miss but there is nothing wrong with some hearty, naughty silliness.

You know I really don't get critics sometimes. They all pretty much crapped all over this movie and I'm not sure why. I mean, yes, it's a stupid stoner comedy set in Medieval Times. What were they expecting? King Arthur? Robin Hood? Game of Thrones? I mean really? The trailer pretty much told you exactly what to expect. And if you're familiar with Danny's Kenny Powers from Eastbound and Down, NOTHING you saw in this film should've surprised you. As far as I'm concerned, this was entertaining and it delivered exactly what was expected: dumb laughs. So it's simple. Turn off your brain. Don't expect Robin Hood. Don't take any of it seriously. And you will be entertained and laugh hysterically. I found this much more enjoyable than A Very Harold and Kumar Christmas (which for some reason got great reviews, it's the exact same dumb humour!). Danny McBride and James Franco are hilarious and they make this a fun experience. Is this a good movie? No. Will it make any "Best of the Year" lists? No. Will you laugh your ass off at the sheer stupidity and ridiculousness of it? Hell's yes. Sometimes you need a dumb laugh and Your Highness is absolutely the ticket. Enjoy!Enjoyed my review? Keep in touch! Blog: www.themoviesnob.ca Twitter: @the_movie_snob