Boris and the Bomb (2019) User Reviews

There is a point to this film.....just too hard to watch and find it

[safsurfer · 5/10 · 26 January 2020]

This seemed like a good premise and creative plot.....but was painful to watch. Maybe that's what the director and producers wanted but the mix of comic slapstyle and serious dramatic scenarios along with seemingly amateurish actors and acting doesn't seem like good shtick. The whole film was just so amateurish and made no attempt to hide it.....or offer anything in general worth seeing. I won't spoil the plot, you'll have to find that out yourself if you can sit through the entire piece. Good luck. So this rates just a 5, for barely watchable, a generous score and just above a 4, unwatchable. Nice effort though.

Rubbish

[adamj-48679 · 1/10 · 26 January 2020]

I sat through the first 55mins but had to turn it off after that. There is no comedy and the acting is extremely poor. Suggest you give it a miss even if you are extremely desperate.The Velocipastor rates 10 times better then this garbage.

A+ For Effort.

[tefcinc · 10/10 · 28 January 2020]

The filmmakers poured their heart and soul into this and it shows. Budget couldn't stop them from doing what they love and I enjoyed every second of the ride! Here's to hoping they don't stop here and their next project gets the money it deserves. There's hope for Hollywood yet! What fun.

FUN FUN FUN!!!!!!

[toddtheman-636-985652 · 8/10 · 27 January 2020]

"Boris and the Bomb" is a fun, "do-it-yourself" style of filmmaking that must be seen to be believed!!!

J. Anthony McCarthy shines as the boisterous, lovable "Boris" in this comedic, apocalyptic tale of triumph!!!

Enjoy!

High-end low-budget

[amandacohen-745-853367 · 7/10 · 27 January 2020]

For a microbudget movie, there's a lot going on. The plot of Boris and the Bomb gets very complex. At the center is a lovable loser just trying to do the right thing, but he gets mixed up in some bizarre intrigue that spans generations. I'll admit I was a little lost for some of it, but considering the depth of the project, I'm impressed with the overall result.

This Bomb Is Funny

[vigilant56 · 8/10 · 22 February 2020]

Boris and the Bomb is a Comedic version of the Television Show Homeland or 24 where the hero is supposedly inept and past his prime. Tons of laughs, I reccomend this film.

Such a fun movie!

[craigahrens · 9/10 · 8 February 2020]

I thoroughly enjoyed watching this fun treat of a film! I thought it was well written with a plot that held my interest. The director kept a good pace with spot on comic timing pacing. The actors did a good job too! I loved watching the "Boris" character! The action scenes were particularly enjoyable!! Kudos to the camera operator! Two thumbs up from me. Well done folks!!

Oh what might've been (or The comedy classic that never was.

[flamini-14847 · 7/10 · 16 April 2020]

Not sure if it was more Kronmiller or McLean who was more to blame for this one not being better or if they equally at fault. This is a good Airplane/zaniness piss take type comedy, but it could've been great. The ingredients are all there: absurd premise, former KGB officer who is CLEARLY not Russian; factions left & right with characters jumping from one to the other, and a good grasp for this brand of absurdist & slapstick humor. But it seems Kronmiller wasn't sure whether to go all in on the humor or try to carry out the actual story line to some reasonable conclusion. But this one needed more of the funny. That means at least three fewer fight scenes (got old after a while) with less death or pseudo-drama that killed the feel/tone of the movie, slowing down or just bringing to a screeching halt the timbre of the comedy.

Great comedy and action

[directortim2012 · 10/10 · 20 February 2020]

I had a ball with this movie! Funny and really great action. Our times are so messed up right now. This film made me forget and have a good time for a while. I needed that. The cast was fun and it was just a blast from beginning to end!

A Fun Romp of a Movie

[GilbertS-85 · 8/10 · 1 May 2020]

Boris has a bomb, a severe problem, and a dedicated Yuber (not Uber) driver.

Boris and The Bomb is a fun romp that starts on the streets of Los Angeles. It's a light-hearted action-comedy that's full of heart (if that makes sense). The movie paces well, and we don't experience dull moments. The action/editing is done surprisingly well with higher budget movies still missing this mark. The movie entertains us through a fast-moving plot and a landscape dotted with new and outrageous characters. Don't take this movie and its characters too seriously. Make your popcorn, sit back on the couch, and escape into the world of Boris and The Bomb!

Surprising amount of action

[andrewtschroeder · 8/10 · 2 May 2020]

There's a surprising amount of action for an indie film in this spirited comedy. It's a fun, fast-paced movie that doesn't take itself too seriously. I laughed out loud more than a few times!

Big and Bold Action-Comedy

[JGReviews · 9/10 · 17 February 2020]

Between the title, the poster, and the trailer, I was hooked on Boris and the Bomb. What's not to like? I miss big and bold action comedy movies like this and it's even more remarkable that this is an independent production. But this is not the slow moving drama that you picture when you think of an "indie film". Clearly the entire cast and crew of this film are really going for it here and are holding nothing back, which I love. There's a great hook, fun action, and laughs packed into this film. Check out Boris and the Bomb if you're looking to enjoy yourself.

A Countdown to an Explosive Battle Royale

[tlg317 · 10/10 · 19 February 2020]

Totally unexpected. Boris and the Bomb had all of the action one would expect from a film about a nuclear bomb, plus so much more. Beyond the awesome action sequences, the film dives into the personal lives of its characters twisting the story together in unexpected directions. All this done with a great splash of humor. I was also super impressed by the cast this indie film was able to assemble. J. Anthony McCarthy is spot on as Boris, and Faran Tahir steals every scene he's in. Overall, Boris and the Bomb is great indie watch!

A fun comedic action pack film.

[harriscalvin-1 · 9/10 · 3 March 2020]

Boris and the Bomb was indeed a fun comedic action pack film. Director David P. Kronmiller did a fantastic job. Boris, who has a bomb (lol), takes us on a ride through out the film overcoming various obstacles in his quest to defuse the bomb. All of the actors did a great job. The fight scenes were believable and the music and editing were on point. Sit back relax and enjoy the ride.

Instant Cult Classic

[Talentlings · 9/10 · 8 March 2020]

Only time will tell but I place my bets on Boris staying the Bomb for decades to come.

So much fun!

[alanakmd · 9/10 · 4 March 2020]

This was such a fun film! I particularly enjoyed the fight scenes. Great choreography! I love when an action film is infused with comedy and neither elements take away from each other - and that's exactly what this movie got right! Great performances all round. Thoroughly enjoyed!

Off the wall comedic concept with fun action!

[Anmer93 · 8/10 · 19 April 2020]

Keep an open mind and if you're a fan of inventive little independent films this one's a great choice. Off the wall comedic concept with fun action set pieces. Great time if you're watching with friends which I how watched it, with beers!

Loaded with action and good filmmaking

[astoppiello-1 · 10/10 · 14 March 2020]

I enjoyed the story, action and acting. I got involved with the characters and cheered on Boris throughout his adventure. J. Anthony McCarthy is agile and can kick butt for his size. He makes Boris likable. The filmmakers did a great job of giving it a high end production look. I will definitely watch it again. I highly recommend this film.

Incredible Indie

[bohemianpirate-871-383487 · 9/10 · 20 March 2020]

Boris and the Bomb is so good you won't believe it unless you watch it! It's a perfect example of the excellence that can be found if indie films have the talent behind them and this one certainly does. The incredibly charming character of Boris must defuse a bomb and we are on this ride with him the whole way. Full of hysterical characters, twists you won't see coming, and wonderful comedic performances, this really impressed me. It's a blast, a must see for film lovers. Fully recommend!!

Suprisingly good and worth the watch

[williamgway · 9/10 · 9 April 2020]

Hey, this is worth a watch. I was attracted to this film because it had good reviews. But honestly I was not sure what I was going to watch. But hey, in isolation so gave it a try. It was good. Quirky for sure. Acting was good for indie film and the plot fun to watch. Like action movies? This has that as well. Humor? It really does, with a great scene in the Uber. Some recognizable faces and some new ones deliver a good watch.



In these times I would recommend you put it on your list.

Fun slapstick action film

[lbruhnca · 8/10 · 4 April 2020]

Can't go wrong with the storyline of an unsuspecting guy getting into an Uber with a bomb! Add to that some great characters playing off each other, including the mafia - why not go big on the threats encountered when you have a nuclear bomb as a character in the film. This is a fun action film, like "Spy" but not with that huge million dollar budget, these filmmakers have done a lot on a little. Entertaining, will get you chuckling.