The Hebrew Hammer

January. 23,2003      R
Rating:
6.1
Trailer Synopsis Cast

A Jewish blaxploitation hero saves Hanukkah from the clutches of Santa Claus's evil son.

Adam Goldberg as  Mordechai Jefferson Carver
Judy Greer as  Esther Bloomenbergensteinenthal
Andy Dick as  Damian Claus
Mario Van Peebles as  Mohammed Ali Paula Abdul Rahim
Peter Coyote as  JJL Chief Bloomenbergensteinenthal
Nora Dunn as  Mrs. Carver
Sean Whalen as  Tiny Tim
Tony Cox as  Jamal
Richard Riehle as  Santa
Melvin Van Peebles as  Sweetback

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Reviews

VeteranLight
2003/01/23

I don't have all the words right now but this film is a work of art.

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Doomtomylo
2003/01/24

a film so unique, intoxicating and bizarre that it not only demands another viewing, but is also forgivable as a satirical comedy where the jokes eventually take the back seat.

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Erica Derrick
2003/01/25

By the time the dramatic fireworks start popping off, each one feels earned.

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Guillelmina
2003/01/26

The film's masterful storytelling did its job. The message was clear. No need to overdo.

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artpf
2003/01/27

Mordechai Jefferson Carver, aka the Hebrew Hammer, is an orthodox Jewish stud who goes on a mission to save Hanukkah. When Santa Claus's evil son Damian is pushed over the edge by his father's liberal policies, he does away with the Christian patriarch. Subsequently stepping into his father's role, Damian launches a campaign to eradicate the Jewish Holiday. The Hammer joins forces with Esther Bloomenbergensteinenthal, the gorgeous and dangerous daughter of the leader of the Jewish Justice League; and his brother-in-arms Mohammed Ali Paula Abdul Rahim, the head of the Kwanzaa Liberation Front, to topple Santa's evil progeny and to save Hanukkah for future generations of Jews.It's a bigoted intolerant sacrilegious movie that could only be made in America. Morty gets a dreidel while all the Christians get an abundance of presents. Well whose fault is THAT?I now this is a comedy, but the movie is idiotic. And if any Christian made a film that started with a title page that said something to the effect of "we're sick of the Jews" Hell would be had to pay.Suck is the double standard under which we live today. Time to change things, don't you think?Anyway, it's a reasonably funny movie, albeit a one trick pony.

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jts0405
2003/01/28

I am Jewish, so when I heard of this concept I felt that I had to see it. The movie was just flat out filled with laughs. The Hebrew Hammer is displayed as a cool styled Jewish private investigator. He joins with the Jewish Justice League as Damien Claus (Andy Dick) is on the verge of destroying Channukah and possibly Kwanzaa. With a pretty memorable performance from Adam Goldberg as the Hammer himself. Most of the lines become pretty memorable and even if you are Jewish and find the content too risky for your liking, you still have no choice but to laugh at the guys Star of David hood ornament as well as other things, like the Star of David spurs on his boots. The movie is definitely not for everyone. The content may offend those who celebrate Channukah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and are Jewish. But even for me being a Jew, I can't help but just sit back and laugh at humor like this.

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Gethzerion
2003/01/29

Too bad the IMDb scoring system isn't favorable to movies like this one. If you're not familiar with Jewish culture then you'll likely miss most of the jokes. I'm born Jewish and my parents tried to raise me as one too, but they completely gave up when I was around 10. I've grown to be agnostic and I haven't know any Jews personally for at least 15 years (except for my parents, who barely count).I felt like this movie was made for me. I laughed so hard I almost choked myself, while my friends were often wondering what the hell I was laughing at.I think it's meant for a very specific audience. If you understand/are familiar with Jewish culture, you will love this movie. It's just so out there and has a succulent in your face attitude.

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Marvin Cohn
2003/01/30

If you laugh, you'll have to watch it again. This movie makes Mel Brook's 'Blazing Saddles' and other productions seem like serious and refined drama. If you cannot restrain your laughter, you will miss hearing the next line and have to watch it again. It is one of the most irreverent, politically incorrect, well produced and directed film in this genre I have ever seen...definitely not for kids, but then they wouldn't understand the jokes anyway...probably ruin it for you with their persistent questions. If you are Jewish, this film will rank among the best comedies you have ever watched. If you are not Jewish, this film will rank among the second best comedies you have ever watched...so check your lineage before you rate this film

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