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The daft joys of People Just Do Nothing

Kurupt FM's big-screen debut is a feelgood tale of comic misadventure.

Michael P. Fitzpatrick, Spiked, 23rd August 2021

People Just Do Nothing: Big In Japan review

The Kurupt FM crew strike it rich in Tokyo in this warmly funny spin-off feature.

Simran Hans, The Observer, 22nd August 2021

People Just Do Nothing: Big In Japan review

A Kuruptingly good comedy.

Dulcie Pearce, The Sun, 20th August 2021

People Just Do Nothing: Big in Japan review

Cult sitcom turns movie with bland jokes.

Kevin Maher, The Times, 20th August 2021

Allan Mustafa: 'Everything I did, I failed at'

As the beloved BBC pirate radio series leaps onto the big screen, its co-creator talks about his David Brent obsession, his journey from wayward teen to Bafta-winning telly phenomenon and why Kurupt FM's American version never worked out...

Louis Chilton, The Independent, 19th August 2021

People Just Do Nothing: Big In Japan review

Fails to deliver on its eastern promise.

Damon Smith, The Irish News, 19th August 2021

People Just Do Nothing film is a fun misadventure

Like every other movie spin-off, People Just Do Nothing: Big In Japan is for people who can't get enough of these characters. Even in a story that feels like Spinal Tap lite, their antics will ensure the fanbase will get what they paid for.

James Luxford, City AM, 18th August 2021

PJDN stars hit out at lack of diversity in media

Asim Chaudhry and Allan Mustafa say much of comedy still dominated by white, middle-class people.

Kevin Rawlinson, The Guardian, 17th August 2021

People Just Do Nothing: Big In Japan review

Although it's largely one for the fans, there are enough explainers to allow newbies to get quickly up to speed.

Emma Simmonds, The List, 16th August 2021

People Just Do Nothing: Big In Japan review

Though it doesn't stray far beyond fan service, this is a comfortable extension of a beloved British show that delivers a reliable mix of quotable comedy and heart.

Beth Webb, Empire, 16th August 2021

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