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White Chicks is an American comedy film that was released in 2004. The film stars Shawn and Marlon Wayans as two FBI agent brothers who go undercover as white women to protect two hotel heiresses from a kidnapping plot. The film received generally negative reviews and was nominated for several Razzies, but it has since become a cult classic, with many viewers finding it hilarious and entertaining.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Year of release | 2004 |
| Genre | Comedy, Crime |
| Rating | PG-13 |
| Main cast | Shawn Wayans, Marlon Wayans, Jaime King, Frankie Faison, Lochlyn Munro, John Heard, Busy Philipps, Terry Crews, Brittany Daniel, Eddie Velez |
| Director | Keenen Ivory Wayans |
| Screenplay | Xavier Cook, Andy McElfresh, Michael Anthony Snowden, Keenen Ivory Wayans, Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans |
| Production companies | Columbia Pictures, Revolution Studios |
| Awards | Nominated for five Razzies, including Worst Picture, Worst Actress for the Wayans brothers in drag, Worst Director, Worst Screenplay and Worst Screen Couple. Won the Stinkers Bad Movie Awards for Most Painfully Unfunny Romantic Comedy in 2004. |
| Gross revenue | Over $113.1 million worldwide |
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White Chicks' critical reception
The 2004 film White Chicks received generally negative reviews from critics upon its release. It was nominated for five Golden Raspberry Awards (also known as Razzies), including Worst Picture, Worst Actress for the Wayans brothers in drag, Worst Director, Worst Screenplay, and Worst Screen Couple. Roger Ebert of the Chicago Sun-Times gave the film 1.5 stars out of 4, calling it "dreary and conventional". Owen Gleiberman of Entertainment Weekly described the film as "a tawdry excuse for a movie, but it has a handful of shameless giggles" and rated it a C+.
Despite the negative reviews, White Chicks has found an audience with viewers, some of whom consider it a cult classic. Several viewers have praised the film for its entertainment value and comedic moments, particularly highlighting the performances of the Wayans brothers. One review on Rotten Tomatoes states, "The Wayan brothers go undercover as white socialite girls. This is big laughs and I've watched this many times and still laugh my ass off." Another review on IMDb says, "I don't know. Maybe I was in one of those good moods. And I could've just liked any movie. But I did think that this was very funny. There are some typical moments in a man dressed as a woman comedy. Shawn and Marlyn do make some ugly women. But that is what made this movie so funny. I would recommend it for a silly laugh."
However, some viewers have criticised the film for its treatment of gender and racial issues. One review on Rotten Tomatoes notes that the film "complements the awfulness of its protagonists' Caucasian camouflage with putrid bathroom humour, pitiable romance, and brainless racial/social commentary." Another review on IMDb acknowledges that while the film is funny, it involves "Black-versus-White stereotyping, and slurs (including the 'N' word, used by both Black and non-Black characters)."
Overall, while White Chicks received negative reviews from critics, it has developed a fanbase that appreciates its comedic value, while also acknowledging its treatment of sensitive topics.
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The film's plot
The 2004 American buddy cop comedy film "White Chicks" follows two black male FBI agents who go undercover as white women to protect two hotel heiresses from a kidnapping plot targeting socialites. The film stars brothers Marlon Wayans and Shawn Wayans as FBI agents Marcus Anthony II and Kevin Copeland. It also stars Jaime King, Frankie Faison, Lochlyn Munro, and John Heard.
The film begins with FBI agent brothers Marcus and Kevin Copeland inadvertently ruining a drug bust. Their boss, Chief Elliott Gordon, offers them a chance to redeem themselves by assigning them to protect sisters Brittany and Tiffany Wilson, the rich, shallow socialite daughters of Wilson Cruiseliners CEO Andrew Wilson. The police suspect that the sisters will be the next victims in a string of high-profile kidnappings and ask the FBI agents to escort them to a weekend-long fashion event in the Hamptons.
On the drive to the Hamptons, the sisters' dog, Baby, leaps out of the car window, causing Kevin to lose control of the car. When they arrive at their destination, the sisters refuse to cooperate with the FBI's plan to use them as bait for the kidnapper. This forces Marcus and Kevin to pose as the sisters, transforming themselves from African-American men into a pair of blonde, white women.
At the fashion event, the real Brittany and Tiffany show up and expose Kevin and Marcus, causing mass confusion. The kidnapping plot then unfolds, with the kidnappers capturing both the real sisters and Marcus and Kevin in disguise. A fight breaks out, leading to the arrest of the kidnappers and the revelation of the brothers' true identities.
"White Chicks" received generally negative reviews upon its release and was nominated for several Golden Raspberry Awards, including Worst Picture. However, it has also been described as a cult classic and grossed over $113.1 million worldwide.
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Awards and nominations
The 2004 film White Chicks received several award nominations, including five Golden Raspberry Awards (also known as Razzies) and five Stinkers Bad Movie Awards. Despite receiving generally negative reviews upon release, the film has grossed over $113.1 million worldwide and is considered a cult classic by some.
At the 25th Annual Razzies, the film received the following nominations:
- Worst Picture
- Worst Actress for the Wayans brothers in drag
- Worst Director (Keenen Ivory Wayans)
- Worst Screenplay (Keenen Ivory Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Marlon Wayans, Andrew McElfresh, Michael Anthony Snowden, Xavier Cook)
- Worst Screen Couple (Shawn and Marlon Wayans)
At the 2004 Stinkers Bad Movie Awards, the film received the following nominations:
- Worst Picture
- Worst Director (Keenen Ivory Wayans)
- Most Painfully Unfunny Romantic Comedy (won)
- Worst On-Screen Couple (Shawn and Marlon Wayans)
- Least "Special" Special Effects
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The film's box office performance
The 2004 American buddy cop comedy film "White Chicks" was released in the United States on June 23, 2004. The film received generally negative reviews from critics, who described it as \"silly and obvious\" and \"predictable\". Despite this, the film performed well at the box office, grossing $19.7 million in its opening weekend in the United States and taking the #2 spot. Overall, the film made $70.8 million in the United States and $42.3 million in other territories, for a worldwide total of $113.1 million, against a budget of $37 million.
"White Chicks" has since gained a cult following, with some viewers praising its entertainment value and comedic moments. The film's financial success and lasting impact on audiences have contributed to its cult classic status.
While the film received negative reviews from critics, it resonated with audiences who appreciated its over-the-top humour and crazy moments. The film's ability to provide pure entertainment and enjoyment, regardless of its critical reception, ultimately contributed to its box office success.
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White Chicks' production
The 2004 American buddy cop comedy film White Chicks (stylized as WHiTE CHiCKS) was directed by Keenen Ivory Wayans, who also co-wrote and co-produced the film with his brothers. The screenplay was written by Wayans, Xavier Cook, Andy McElfresh, and Michael Anthony Snowden, with additional contributions by Marlon Wayans and Shawn Wayans, who also starred in the film.
The film follows two black male FBI agents who go undercover as white women using whiteface to protect two hotel heiresses from a kidnapping plot targeting socialites. It stars Marlon Wayans and Shawn Wayans as the two FBI agents, Marcus Anthony II and Kevin Copeland, alongside Jaime King, Frankie Faison, Lochlyn Munro, and John Heard.
Principal photography for White Chicks took place in Chilliwack and Victoria in British Columbia, and in The Hamptons in New York. It was theatrically released in the United States on June 23, 2004, grossing $19.7 million in its opening weekend and taking the #2 spot at the box office. The film received generally negative reviews from critics, who described it as "dreary and conventional" and "a tawdry excuse for a movie". However, it has since gained a cult following, with some praising its entertainment value and comedic moments.
The film was nominated for five Golden Raspberry Awards, including Worst Picture, Worst Actress for the Wayans brothers in drag, Worst Director, Worst Screenplay, and Worst Screen Couple. It also received nominations at the 2004 Stinkers Bad Movie Awards, including Worst Picture, Worst Director, and Worst On-Screen Couple. Despite the negative reception from critics, the film grossed over $113.1 million worldwide.
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Frequently asked questions
The movie White Chicks was released in 2004.
White Chicks received generally negative reviews and was nominated for five Golden Raspberry Awards, including Worst Picture, Worst Actress for the Wayans brothers in drag, Worst Director, Worst Screenplay, and Worst Screen Couple. At the 2004 Stinkers Bad Movie Awards, the film also received nominations for Worst Picture, Worst Director, Most Painfully Unfunny Romantic Comedy, Worst On-Screen Couple, and Least "Special" Special Effects. Its only win was for Most Painfully Unfunny Romantic Comedy.
White Chicks is a comedy film about two Black FBI agents who go undercover as white women to protect two hotel heiresses from a kidnapping plot targeting socialites.
White Chicks was directed by Keenen Ivory Wayans, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Xavier Cook, Andy McElfresh, and Michael Anthony Snowden, and stars Marlon Wayans and Shawn Wayans.
Principal photography for White Chicks took place in Chilliwack and Victoria in British Columbia, and in The Hamptons in New York.
