You People

Netflix | Release Date: January 20, 2023

3.4	USER SCORE Generally unfavorable reviews based on 75 Ratings

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dharmaJan 27, 2023

Funny comedy film could have been better, considering the great casts involved in this project. Jonah Hill, Eddie Murphy, David Duchovny, Julia Louis Dreyfuss...it's a pity that the flick is not as good as it could have been. Some funny setFunny comedy film could have been better, considering the great casts involved in this project. Jonah Hill, Eddie Murphy, David Duchovny, Julia Louis Dreyfuss...it's a pity that the flick is not as good as it could have been. Some funny set pieces near the beginning, but they are so sporadic and cringe worthy in later parts.… Expand

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MiaconoverJan 28, 2023

The movie was very interesting to say the least it added very cultural clarity upon what interracial relationships are facing and what most are afraid of speaking upon. I absolutely enjoyed the movie really loved it.

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CustomMethodsJan 27, 2023

After laughing the whole way through the movie I have to say I loved it. Seeing so many of my favorite actors from across Kenya Barris projects like Anthony Anderson, Emily Arlook, Deon Cole, plus the greats like Eddie Murphy, Mike Epps,After laughing the whole way through the movie I have to say I loved it. Seeing so many of my favorite actors from across Kenya Barris projects like Anthony Anderson, Emily Arlook, Deon Cole, plus the greats like Eddie Murphy, Mike Epps, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, and other icons made me love it more. The tension between the Jewish and Black Muslims is very much a real thing and seeing it highlighted was a+. The performances great.… Expand

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Stream2BigScreeJan 29, 2023

Welcome back, Streamers. Let’s start the year off awkward yet cultured with You People. Because you people just don’t get it sometimes. Either way, this Netflix flick follows a new couple and their families, who find themselves examiningWelcome back, Streamers. Let’s start the year off awkward yet cultured with You People. Because you people just don’t get it sometimes. Either way, this Netflix flick follows a new couple and their families, who find themselves examining modern love and family dynamics amidst clashing cultures, societal expectations and generational differences. Let’s see how it goes.

First off, JONAH HILL DOES NOT LOOK LIKE A 35 YEAR OLD?! If he’s 35, then I probably look horrible out here! Nevertheless, the cast of this movie is so extensive and hilarious. Let’s start with Eddie being raw Eddie again. Sam Jay during the podcast is real and funny. Mike Epps in his limited time made me spit out my highball a couple times. The cast other than being funny are just as awkward as they are supposed to be. Julia Louis Dreyfus can’t get anymore awkward white mom and the rest of the cast pulls their same weight. Jonah Hill is the only one who feels mostly miscast in this role. I feel like there’s a swagger necessary this white guy couldn’t pull off in this role. I mean I know Robin Thicke isn’t doing anything right now. Joking but seriously, just something about Lauren and Jonah just doesn’t fit. It doesn’t ruin the movie because he’s pretty funny but where’s the Shabby Hanks kind of guy for this role. I laughed as I wrote that. Either way, the cast is definitely what holds this movie together.

Just to be honest, the movie is awkward and stressful. Now, that’s exactly what Kenya Barris is going for with this movie. In a way, this movie succeeds to exactly the way “Black-ish” and “Black AF” did. Barris has a way of forcing a narrative upon a show or movie and it just makes the movie awkward. There are times when things are going well and we’re laughing and tense due to the race relations but then there’s just super-forced, awkward scenes where someone would never say all of those things at once. You might get a couple but not the full spectrum of clueless white person back-to-back-to-back or militant black person back-to-back-to-back. Now, that’s where this movie becomes more like a “Black AF” rather than a “Black-ish”, which clearly means one has 8 seasons and “Black AF” should definitely never have a second season. Now, I’d actually definitely watch a first year of marriage sequel to You People, but I’d also be afraid Kenya might overdo it with his flavor as well. I’d have the fear that the movie just makes it too awkward and whiny like “Black AF” instead of funny and heartfelt like “Black-ish”.

At the end of the day, just like race relations in this country and world, there are problems. You People is a good clever romantic comedy that hinges on interracial relations in the world. While a few parts feel forced and awkward, like Kenya Barris, the rest feels like love and hilarity. Driven by a big cast and extended ensemble of minor characters, You People gets the point across. As a streaming option, you’d definitely find worse but not too many better. Grab a bowl of popcorn and flip over to Netflix when you get a chance to sit in a romantic tense situation with some good laughs. Run the Marathon with this one… that’s for you NIPSEY!… Expand

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saimariejohnsonJan 27, 2023

Jonah Hill and Eddie Murphy teaming up with Julia Louis Dreyfuss and David Duchovny was the comedy team I didn't know I always wanted. I mean that in every possible way. This movie is such a great film and has so many wonderful points to makeJonah Hill and Eddie Murphy teaming up with Julia Louis Dreyfuss and David Duchovny was the comedy team I didn't know I always wanted. I mean that in every possible way. This movie is such a great film and has so many wonderful points to make about acceptance, love, unity and finding the individual value of every person and connection in our life without disrespecting anyone. This was a great comedy that approached serious intersectional issues in a refreshing way that highlighted the universal beauty of what love can do when people choose to embrace it.… Expand

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Chende35Jan 28, 2023

My wife and I thought the movie was amazing. Sure, it was a bit cringe, but it was supposed to be. Have you seen any of Jonah Hill's movies?
Their families were supposed to represent a very dramatic version of how people really act inMy wife and I thought the movie was amazing. Sure, it was a bit cringe, but it was supposed to be. Have you seen any of Jonah Hill's movies?
Their families were supposed to represent a very dramatic version of how people really act in America. The message was great and the actors were phenomenal. You will love this movie if you are able to see the big picture and enjoy a bit of cringy humor.… Expand

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MindurbidnissFeb 12, 2023

Really enjoyed this. Genuine chemistry between Jonah Hill and Lauren London. Evie Murphy was awesome in a straight role as the dad. It also has a great message on love and letting go of the race bs. Incredibly relatable and did such a greatReally enjoyed this. Genuine chemistry between Jonah Hill and Lauren London. Evie Murphy was awesome in a straight role as the dad. It also has a great message on love and letting go of the race bs. Incredibly relatable and did such a great job at showing the different perspectives of different cultures coming together. I highly recommend it… Expand

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LISOCHIKOTOSAFeb 16, 2023

The jokes don't always hit the mark but it's still funny and uncomfortable and goofy. İ liked it

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Tommy1233Feb 15, 2023

I thought this film was brilliant, The moments you're suppose to feel awkward you really feel it across the screen. It was a nice change of pace seeing Eddie play "The a-hole" instead of his usual "funny man" & again amazing acting fromI thought this film was brilliant, The moments you're suppose to feel awkward you really feel it across the screen. It was a nice change of pace seeing Eddie play "The a-hole" instead of his usual "funny man" & again amazing acting from Jonah, The product placement really lets the film down, as its in your face so much. But other than that It is definitely A film a lot of people should watch, understand and learn from.… Expand

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