A bumbling silent screen trio are hired by the naive residents of a remote Mexican hamlet to defend said town from a gang of vicious bandits led by the infamous El Guapo (robustly played by Alfonso Arau).Director John Landis ably crafts an amiable lighthearted tone, offers a flavorsome turn of the century south of the border atmosphere, and shows a genuine affection for both silent cinema and Western movie mythology. Chevy Chase, Steve Martin, and Martin Short are utterly engaging as the lovably dim-witted trio; their natural and likable chemistry really gives this film a lot of infectious charm and energy. Moreover, there are sound contributions from Tony Plana as thickskulled henchman Jefe, Patrice Martinez as fair damsel in distress Carmen, Kai Wulff as a vicious German, Joe Mantegna as flamboyant studio head Harry Flugleman, and Jon Lovitz as smarmy studio executive Morty. Better still, this film even has a lovely and uplifting central message about the necessity for courage and heroism in the face of adversity, with our three leads ultimately proving that they have the right stuff when it comes to standing up for all that's good and just. Randy Newman provides several catchy songs and does the voice of a singing bush. Kudos are also in order for Elmer Bernstein's bouncy score and Ronald W. Browne's slick cinematography. A total treat.

Three amigos may not be John Landis's best work but it is a enjoyable movie. The film, spoofing movies like seven samurai and the magnificent seven, has a number of good jokes and good acting from Steve Martin and Chevy chase. Martin short not so much.Landis claims the studio took it out of he's control and it shows because compared to Animal house and Blues brothers, it's nothing special. But three amigos is funny watch that I recommend you watch though don't go out of you're to. The is currently available on Netflix as of July 2014

Underrated John Landis comedy with fun music. Steve Martin, Chevy Chase, and Martin Short star as three silent film stars who are asked to defend a Mexican town from bandits. A plot reminiscent of The Magnificent Seven. It's such a fun light-hearted movie I don't see why it has so many detractors. Perhaps the humor isn't crude enough. This is certainly one of Landis' least vulgar comedies. To me the movie has an old-school kind of charm about it. It's full of lots of great sight gags, memorable lines, and cute Randy Newman songs. It moves at a nice pace and seems to enjoy its story instead of overloading you with one "bit" after another. So give it a shot if you like Landis' work or the work of the three stars. It's one of my favorite 80s comedies.

Three Amigos is definitely one of the funniest films of all time! I have created a facebook page for Amigo Fest! coming soon to Virginia! LIKE us on Facebook to receive updates and info on the upcoming fest! Amigo Fest will be a celebration of all things Three Amigos! It will include costumes, games & a viewing of the film at a local "cantina" in Charlottesville, VA! In the same vein as the successful Lebowskifests, it will be a party not to miss. Would I say there will be a plethora of pinatas? Perhaps. A "My Little Buttercup" sing-a-long? Who knows? A lot of tequila (it's like beer)? Absolutely! Join the community and maybe we'll see you there!