Good character development, but not slapstick

Rating: 7/10 (18 July 2006)

Let's start with the obvious. Nacho Libre is a Jack Black film. For those not familiar with this format, there is inevitably too much humor about bodily functions and the struggle of a pudgy misfit that does not mesh with "normal" society. Once you get past this, Nacho Libre is actually an enjoyable movie if you enjoy seeing interesting characters develop and grow. Each main character struggles and grows in ways that are not immediately obvious. The background is not typical for most American movies. However, if your taste in comedy is slapstick, Nacho Libre will disappoint. Those that gave this movie a "1" probably need more accessible humor, such as the campfire scene from Blazing Saddles.