Rapture-Palooza Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

After the rapture, some teens who didn’t make the cut have to deal with annoying plagues and a horny Anti-Christ, so they’re like, ‘Let’s fight God…maybe?’

🍿 Rapture-Palooza: Detailed Plot Synopsis

The Rapture and Its Aftermath

Lindsey and Ben, a young couple, find themselves left behind after the Rapture occurs, leaving the ‘good’ people gone and the rest to endure a bizarre apocalypse. Seattle is now plagued with blood rain, talking locusts, and other biblical disasters. The world has turned upside down, and they must adapt to this strange new reality.

Enter the Anti-Christ

A former politician named Earl Gundy, now known as ‘The Beast’ (played by Craig Robinson), emerges as the Anti-Christ. He takes control of the world, implementing his own twisted version of order. The Beast quickly develops an interest in Lindsey, setting the stage for conflict and absurd comedy. He is lewd, crass, and wants Lindsey to be his wife and bear his children.

A Plan to Stop the Beast

When The Beast sets his sights on Lindsey, she and Ben devise a plan to stop him. The plot involves a series of chaotic events and encounters with other quirky characters, including pot-smoking wraiths and a zombie obsessed with mowing his lawn. The humor is often crude and satirical, mocking religious and apocalyptic themes.

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🎬 Cast & Characters

• Lindsey Lewis (Anna Kendrick): A resourceful teen left behind after the rapture, who must confront the Antichrist to save herself and the world.
• Ben House (John Francis Daley): Lindsey’s supportive boyfriend, who helps her fight against the Antichrist during the apocalypse.
• The Beast (Craig Robinson): The lewd and power-hungry Antichrist, who wants Lindsey as his bride and terrorizes the post-rapture world.
• Mr. House (Rob Corddry): Ben’s father, who initially becomes a follower of the Antichrist before eventually helping to fight against him.
• Mr. Lewis (John Michael Higgins): Lindsey’s father who tries to keep his family safe after the rapture.
• Mrs. Lewis (Ana Gasteyer): Lindsey’s mother who was briefly taken to heaven during the rapture, only to be sent back to earth for being annoying.
• God (Ken Jeong): A deity who appears to battle the Antichrist, bringing chaos and a bizarre turn of events to the apocalyptic world.

💬 Memorable Quotes

• The Beast: “I’m the Beast. I can do what I want.” – The Beast asserts his dominance and power over the post-rapture world.
• Lindsey: “This is so awkward.” – Lindsey often breaks the tension with this phrase amid bizarre situations, creating humor.
• Mr. House: “He’s the antichrist, Dad.” – Shows the funny dynamic with his Dad who acts like the antichrist isn’t a bad guy.

💰Box Office

• Budget: $2,000,000
• Domestic Gross: $231,164
• Worldwide Gross: $231,164

💥 Rapture-Palooza Reviews

Personal Review

Okay, ‘Rapture-Palooza’ is not winning any awards, but I found it hilarious! Craig Robinson is the perfect sleazy Antichrist, and Anna Kendrick plays the straight (wo)man so well. The talking locusts and pothead wraiths had me laughing way more than I expected. It’s silly, crude, and definitely not for everyone, but if you enjoy a bit of irreverent humor, give it a shot. The scene where God shows up on a unicorn is comedy gold!

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Fans of dark comedies”
  • “Viewers who appreciate religious satire”
  • “Fans of Anna Kendrick and Craig Robinson”
  • “Those who like over-the-top humor”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Crude language”
  • “Sexual content”
  • “Drug use”
  • “Religious themes and satire”

Professional Reviews

• Rotten Tomatoes: “Rapture-Palooza tries to be a raunchy, irreverent comedy, but it mostly succeeds in being predictable and unfunny. The talented cast can’t save the weak script.
• IMDB: “A fun movie with great acting. I loved the way Anna Kendrick acted. You will definitely laugh. May offend christians but ignoring that, it is a fun movie.
• Common Sense Media: “This raunchy comedy about the apocalypse has some laughs, but the crude humor and offensive religious jokes are mostly a miss. It is not for kids.

Audience Reactions

The crass humor and Craig Robinson’s over-the-top performance as the Antichrist are the best parts.: Viewers appreciate the film’s willingness to push boundaries and not take itself seriously.

The pot-smoking wraiths are comedy gold.: Viewers praise some of the silly jokes, if you don’t take it seriously.

Overall Consensus: Rapture-Palooza is a polarizing comedy. It is crass, ridiculous humor but may offend some viewers. Some call it the worst movie ever, while others laugh so hard it is one of the funniest films ever. See it if you don’t take it seriously and like stupid jokes.

Awards

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• “The movie makes several references to the Book of Revelation, satirizing the apocalyptic events described within.”
• “Ken Jeong, known for his comedic roles, plays God in this film, adding a humorous twist to the divine figure.”

🖥️ How to Watch Rapture-Palooza?

Rapture-Palooza is available for streaming on various platforms. You can find it for rent or purchase on services like Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, and Vudu. Check your preferred streaming provider for availability in your region. Availability may vary by location and over time. Consider checking JustWatch for up-to-date streaming options.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed Rapture-Palooza, you might like these similar films:

• This Is the End (2013): Another apocalyptic comedy featuring Craig Robinson, with a group of celebrities facing the end of the world in a humorous way.
• Dogma (1999): A satirical comedy that tackles religion and faith, similar to Rapture-Palooza’s irreverent approach.
• The World’s End (2013): Combines comedy with apocalyptic themes, as a group of friends reunite during an alien invasion.

🛒 Rapture-Palooza Related Products

• Rapture-Palooza [Blu-ray]: Own the movie! The Blu-ray release includes behind-the-scenes footage, cast interviews, and deleted scenes. Great for collectors and fans of the film.
• End Times Funny Anti-Christ T-Shirt: Show off your irreverent sense of humor with this End Times Funny Anti-Christ T-Shirt
• The Anti-Christ: Craig Robinson Bobblehead: Limited edition bobblehead featuring Craig Robinson as the Antichrist. This collector’s item is a must-have for fans of the movie and the actor.

🎧 Soundtrack

Rapture-Palooza features a captivating soundtrack that enhances the movie’s atmosphere and emotional impact. Here are some notable tracks:

• “Settle Down” – performed by We Were Pirates

You can find the complete soundtrack on Amazon Music and Apple Music.

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🔥 Bonus Content

Antichrist Falls For Her & Charms Her During The Rapture

Ever wonder what *really* happened in Rapture-Palooza? This video breaks down the entire plot, so you’ll catch all the quirky details – it’s like the movie in 15 minutes, what’s not to love?

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