Real Time with Bill Maher (2003) Review in 2025
Real Time with Bill Maher is a talk show series where Bill Maher shares his opinions on current events, politics, and social issues.
Family-Friendly Rating
Is this movie suitable for family viewing?
Not recommended for family viewing due to mature themes and language.
CineReview Recommendation
Recommended for fans of comedy, politics, and social issues. Not suitable for family viewing due to mature themes and language.
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The show features Bill Maher's witty commentary on various topics, including politics, social issues, and pop culture, with a focus on his signature irreverent style.
Review Details
story8.00/10
The show's format is well-structured, with a clear focus on Bill Maher's opinions and commentary. However, the lack of a cohesive narrative can make it feel disjointed at times.
acting9.00/10
Bill Maher is the clear standout, bringing his signature wit and irreverence to the show. The other guests and panelists are often engaging, but can feel like secondary characters.
characters9.00/10
Bill Maher is the clear standout, bringing his signature wit and irreverence to the show. The other guests and panelists are often engaging, but can feel like secondary characters.
direction8.00/10
The direction is solid, with a clear focus on showcasing Bill Maher's opinions and commentary. However, the pacing can feel a bit slow at times, especially during the panel discussions.
cinematography6.00/10
The cinematography is straightforward and functional, with a focus on capturing Bill Maher's performances. However, the production values can feel a bit low-budget at times.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Bill Maher's wit and irreverence, engaging guests and panelists, and thought-provoking commentary.
Cons
Lack of cohesive narrative, slow pacing during panel discussions, and low-budget production values.
Notable Quotes
"I'm not a politician, I'm a comedian. I'm here to make people laugh, not to make people think."
"I'm not a vegetarian because I love animals. I'm a vegetarian because I hate plants."
"The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing."
