Plastic surgery has always been a rich vein for comedy, offering a treasure trove of material for filmmakers to explore the absurdities and vanities of human nature. This curated list of ten comedy films, all available with British English dubbing, delves into the world of cosmetic enhancements, where the scalpel often leads to slapstick, satire, and side-splitting laughter. Whether it's a botched nose job or a quest for the perfect body, these films will have you chuckling at the lengths people go to for beauty.
The First Wives Club (1996)
Description: Three divorced women band together to get revenge on their ex-husbands. One of the characters, played by Goldie Hawn, undergoes a series of cosmetic procedures to reclaim her youth and beauty, leading to some hilarious scenes.
Fact: The film was based on a novel by Olivia Goldsmith, and the screenplay was written by Robert Harling, known for 'Steel Magnolias.'
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The Beautician and the Beast (1997)
Description: While not explicitly about plastic surgery, this film features a beautician who teaches the daughter of a dictator about beauty and self-esteem, leading to some humorous situations involving beauty treatments and makeovers.
Fact: Fran Drescher, who plays the beautician, also co-wrote the screenplay, and the film was inspired by the classic fairy tale 'Beauty and the Beast.'
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Drop Dead Gorgeous (1999)
Description: This mockumentary follows a beauty pageant in a small town, where contestants go to extreme lengths to win, including cosmetic surgery. The film satirizes the beauty pageant culture and the obsession with physical perfection.
Fact: The film was originally titled 'Dairy Queens,' but the name was changed to avoid trademark issues with the ice cream chain.
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Big Momma's House (2000)
Description: An FBI agent goes undercover as an elderly woman, leading to some humorous situations involving disguises and transformations. While not about plastic surgery, the film's focus on appearance and identity makes it relevant.
Fact: Martin Lawrence, who plays the FBI agent, also starred in the sequel 'Big Momma's House
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Miss Congeniality (2000)
Description: An FBI agent goes undercover in a beauty pageant, leading to a transformation that includes a comedic crash course in beauty and poise. While not directly about plastic surgery, the film explores the lengths women go to fit into societal beauty standards.
Fact: Sandra Bullock did most of her own stunts in the film, including the famous fight scene in the pageant.
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Shallow Hal (2001)
Description: While not strictly about plastic surgery, this film explores the superficiality of beauty standards. Hal, a man who only dates beautiful women, is hypnotized to see inner beauty, leading to a relationship with a woman who, by conventional standards, is overweight. The film uses this premise to satirize societal beauty norms and the lengths people go to meet them.
Fact: Gwyneth Paltrow wore a fat suit for most of the film, and the film's director, Peter Farrelly, also directed 'There's Something About Mary,' another comedy with a focus on physical appearance.
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The Hot Chick (2002)
Description: In this body-swap comedy, a popular cheerleader wakes up in the body of a criminal, leading to a series of comedic misadventures. While not directly about plastic surgery, the film touches on themes of identity and appearance, making it a fitting addition to this list.
Fact: Rob Schneider, who plays the criminal, also co-wrote the film. The movie was initially titled 'The Chick Who Switched.'
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The House Bunny (2008)
Description: A former Playboy Bunny becomes a house mother to a sorority of misfits, teaching them about beauty, confidence, and the superficiality of looks. The film includes scenes where the girls undergo makeovers, some of which involve cosmetic procedures.
Fact: Anna Faris, who plays the lead, was nominated for a Golden Globe for her performance in this film.
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The Other Woman (2014)
Description: Three women discover they are all dating the same man and team up for revenge. One of the women, played by Leslie Mann, undergoes a series of cosmetic procedures to keep her husband's attention, providing plenty of comedic moments.
Fact: The film was a box office success, grossing over $196 million worldwide against a $40 million budget.
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The Change-Up (2011)
Description: This film takes a comedic twist on the classic body-swap trope, where two friends, one a family man and the other a carefree bachelor, wake up in each other's bodies after a night of drinking. The bachelor, now in the family man's body, decides to get a little nip and tuck, leading to some hilarious and cringe-worthy moments.
Fact: The film was originally rated R, but a PG-13 version was released to reach a broader audience. Also, the original script had a different ending where the characters remained swapped.
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