Fierce Creatures (1997) 🆒

Naturally, the zookeepers—led by the ever-stuttering (Michael Palin)—rebel, leading to a series of chaotic misunderstandings involving fake gunshots, animatronic pandas, and Kevin Kline playing dual roles as both the tycoon and his dim-witted son, Vince. Why It Works (And Why It’s Underappreciated)

Writers at MovieRob and Interjected argue that while it may not be as "clever" as A Fish Called Wanda , its sheer absurdity makes it a "wunderkind" of physical comedy.

Highlights the movie as a satire on corporate greed but notes some "adult" humor and double entendres. Fierce Creatures (1997)

The main draw is seeing the "Wanda" cast play entirely different dynamics. According to reviewers on Mutant Reviewers , the chemistry remains electric, even if the script is a bit loopier.

Called it a "funny idea" and appreciated the satirical jabs at media gluttony. The main draw is seeing the "Wanda" cast

Elements of the script actually date back to a 1967 concept co-written by Terry Jones and Michael Palin , giving it a classic British slapstick feel. What the Critics Say

The plot kicks off when a ruthless media tycoon, (Kevin Kline), acquires the Marwood Zoo and demands a 20% profit margin. To hit this goal, the new director, Rollo Lee (John Cleese), institutes a "Fierce Creatures" policy: only dangerous, man-killing animals are allowed to stay, while the harmless ones are ordered to be put down. Elements of the script actually date back to

The film serves as a biting parody of Rupert Murdoch-style corporate takeovers. Roger Ebert noted that Cleese essentially channels his "Fawlty Towers" energy into the role of the stressed-out Rollo.