Fractured superhero fantasy about a team of gotta-have-a-gimmick wannabes (a shovel, forks, flatulence, fury, a bowling ball as weapons), some of whom are demonstrably more super than others. The mood of wise-ass whimsy does not really create a fertile climate, and the visual clutter doesn't help. But the amiable cast, particularly Ben Stiller, William H. Macy, Hank Azaria, Wed Studi, and Janeane Garofalo, make the most of their chances. Lena Olin (what's she doing here?) has absolutely no chance in a nonexistent role. With Geoffrey Rush, Greg Kinnear, Paul Reubens, Tom Waits, and Claire Forlani; directed by Kinka Usher. (1999) — Duncan Shepherd
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