Private Parts (1997)

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• Jeff "

  
  Private Parts is a film based on the life of Howard Stern. The basis for this film was his autobiography, Provate Parts, which I preferred to this film. But the film manages to be a good comedy about Stern's rise in the radio industry. As a person who studied in radio, I of… More
  Private Parts is a film based on the life of Howard Stern. The basis for this film was his autobiography, Provate Parts, which I preferred to this film. But the film manages to be a good comedy about Stern's rise in the radio industry. As a person who studied in radio, I of course enjoyed this film, and in many ways inspired my decision to study radio. Howard Stern and his crew plays themselves and do it well. The cast alongside Stern are good and very entertaining too. Private Parts like Sterns radio show is a lot of fun, with many humourous bits but at times uneven. The film succeeds at being funny but Stern's book was better. Fans of Howard Stern will most likely enjoy this film as it is fairly well done. Private Parts is a good comedy and considering that Stern plays himself, its a big plus. Paul Giamatti plays a young executive at WNBC and tries to control Howard Stern, but Stern becomes more and more popular. As the film unfolds, we get to see Sterns brand of shock radio reach popularity. The film is very funny and also interesting because it shows how Stern became one of the biggest names in radio and pioneered a new form of radio: Shock Radio. People hate Howard Stern, but those who hate and love him can't deny the influence he's had on radio. This film shows that, and is a very entertaining film too. As a radio broadcasting graduate, I thoroughly recommend this film.

• Lenny M

  
  Private Sharts.

• Everett J

  
  Been listening to the "History of Howard Stern" the past 2 weeks on Sirius, and it made me want to go back and watch this. Still hilarious after all these years. Howard Stern is the man!!

• Eric S

  
  "Private Parts" is an auto-biolgraphical film about insurgent radio host Howard Stern who gained national recognition in the 1990s being labeled a "shock jock" for his outspoken and controversial shows. The self proclaimed "King of All Media" transcended… More
  "Private Parts" is an auto-biolgraphical film about insurgent radio host Howard Stern who gained national recognition in the 1990s being labeled a "shock jock" for his outspoken and controversial shows. The self proclaimed "King of All Media" transcended radio with several late night shows, pay-per-views, various home video releases, two best selling books on the New York Times Best Seller List, and even winner of a Blockbuster Entertainment Award for "Favorite Male Newcomer" for this film as well as a nomination for a Golden Satellite Award for "Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture(Comedy). And to no surprise, a Golden Rasberry Award for "Worst New Star". Clearly all an honor for a guy who tells it like it is in ways that are often offensive making him a target for the FCC(Federal Communications Commission) which has fined owners of radio stations that carried the Howard Stern Show a total of $2.5 million for indecent programing. This film depicts his life in radio which was inspired at the impressional age of five as he went along with his father who was a co-owner of a Manhattan, New York sound studio. There he met the likes of Wally Cox, Don Adams and Larry Storch who he saw put voices to his favorite cartoon characters. An auspicious beginning for an individual who's career is unrivaled in the world of radio. "I decided to cut down the barriers, strip down all the ego...and be totally honest." Howard Stern

• MisterYoda ?

  
  Excellent look at the life of everybody's favorite "shock jock", Let me begin by saying that although I am a fan of shock radio (I've been a regular listener of Washington DC based duo Don & Mike for over 10 years...), I rarely get a chance to hear Howard… More
  Excellent look at the life of everybody's favorite "shock jock", Let me begin by saying that although I am a fan of shock radio (I've been a regular listener of Washington DC based duo Don & Mike for over 10 years...), I rarely get a chance to hear Howard Stern. I was only vaguely familiar with his program, and the folks on it. That being said, I absolutely LOVED "Howard Stern's Private Parts". Wait... that didn't come out right... anyway... HSPP follows Stern's career from being the misunderstood son of a radio engineer with aspirations of the big time, through his student film days at Boston University, where he meets and marries his wife Allison, to his first big radio gig at DC101. The humor comes from Stern's slow realization that pushing the envelope was the way to garner HUGE ratings. His arguments with management, and Paul Giamatti as Kenny "Pig Vomit" Rushton in specific are at once both hilarious and sad, as management tries to crush Stern's free spirit. It's also nice to see that, yes, Howard Stern is really a nice guy, a devoted friend, and a loving father, and the image that we know as "Howard Stern" is really just an act. Although he did make some questionable decisions in his life, he always stood by those who stood by him, and for that, he should be admired. Whether you are a fan or not, check this movie out, and see if you don't come away from the experience with a smile on your face, and a respect for the self-proclaimed "King of all Media"!

• Tim S

  
  Really enjoyed this one. Then again, I got tired of Stern after a while.

• Anthony L

  
  I?ve heard some of Howard Stern?s radio stuff and I can?t say I was that impressed. So it was quite a surprise that this ?loose? biography on the DJ is actually quite funny with some genuine tender moments!

• Jason O

  
  I first saw "Private Parts" about a year ago and it was a lot different than I thought it was gonna be. It's pretty much just a biography of Howard Stern. It shows how he first became interested in becoming a disc jockey and how he achieved the fame that he currently… More
  I first saw "Private Parts" about a year ago and it was a lot different than I thought it was gonna be. It's pretty much just a biography of Howard Stern. It shows how he first became interested in becoming a disc jockey and how he achieved the fame that he currently has as being the only DJ of his kind. But unlike most people might think at first, the movie presents Mr. Stern as more of a sensitive guy than it does gross or immature. It tells of all his struggles and conflicts he had to go through to become the Howard Stern he is today, especially how he struggled in getting his wife to accept his kind of humor on the radio. That's not all that's good about the movie. "Private Parts" is hilarious at times and all the naked women in the movie look good, especially Jenna Jameson. If you'd like to learn more about Howard Stern, you need to see "Private Parts." It's entertaining and it might change your mind a little bit about Mr. Stern after you see it. NOTE: That was my Amazon review from the year 2000. I don't think that fondly of the actual MOVIE, although it's good enough to watch, but of course the naked women showing off their private parts is what makes it memorable....Jenna Jameson looked better in this film than she ever has in any of her porns to me.

• Bannan i

  
  Hahahahaha...classic Howard Stern.

• Aaron N

  
  Researcher: The average radio listener listens for eighteen minutes. The average Howard Stern fan listens for - are you ready for this? - an hour and twenty minutes. Pig Vomit: How can that be? Researcher: Answer most commonly given? "I want to see what he'll say next."… More
  Researcher: The average radio listener listens for eighteen minutes. The average Howard Stern fan listens for - are you ready for this? - an hour and twenty minutes. Pig Vomit: How can that be? Researcher: Answer most commonly given? "I want to see what he'll say next." Pig Vomit: Okay, fine. But what about the people who hate Stern? Researcher: Good point. The average Stern hater listens for two and a half hours a day. Pig Vomit: But... if they hate him, why do they listen? Researcher: Most common answer? "I want to see what he'll say next." This is a very enjoyable movie to watch. Its an autobiographical movie that describes Howard Stern's life from Howard's point of view. Sure it may be skewed to Howard's side of things, but I don't care, I like Stern. Its not like I would feel better for knowing the absolute truth about Howard Stern's life. Its also nice the Robin and Fred, from Howard's show, are also in the film playing themselves, along with Paul Giamatti who is great. The movie has a good soundtrack reflecting the times, is paced rather nicely, and has a nice fun feel throughout. Jackie: My answer is "cock", and I wrote it really big, so I have a "big cock!" Howard: I'm afraid you can't say "big cock" on the air. That's a no-no. Robin Quivers: But I just said "pussy". Jackie: [whining] Yeah, she just said *pussy*! Howard: Well, pussy's okay. It's the way you say it. "Big cock" coming out of your mouth is, just not good. Jackie: Wait a minute. I can't say "big cock", but you can say "big cock coming out of your mouth?" Howard: That's right. Jackie: That sucks!

• Jason S

  
  Eh.

• danny d

  
  funny but far too obsurd

• Steve B

  
  Not a Howard Stern fan, but this had some genuinely funny moments, due mostly to the direction Betty Thomas.

• Michael G

  
  Very funny at moments but not without its self-indulgence.

• Stephen E

  
  Though it's crass and features almost as much nudity as a David Lynch film, it's funny and intelligent, and I enjoyed it. Plus, the Paul Giamatti character was hilarious.

• Todd S

  
  Howard Stern is the most misunderstood person in America. People don't like him, because of his sense of humor, but what they don't realize is how much more lies beneath the surface. Private Parts is the story of Howard Stern, from his upbringing to his marriage, and of… More
  Howard Stern is the most misunderstood person in America. People don't like him, because of his sense of humor, but what they don't realize is how much more lies beneath the surface. Private Parts is the story of Howard Stern, from his upbringing to his marriage, and of course his radio career. It's one of the most honest films you will ever see, being that was written by and starring the man who the film is about. Besides being very very funny, the film gives you a look inside the life and background of one of America's most controversial figures. Even if you are a Stern hater, watch the movie, and then see if you feel the same way. The more you know about someone, the harder it is to hate them, and I think that's part of why Stern decided to do this film.

• Stephen E

  
  Though it's crass and features almost as much nudity as a David Lynch film, it's funny and intelligent, and I enjoyed it. Plus, the Paul Giamatti character was hilarious.

• matt s

  
  Giamatti and Stern! Almost classic.

• Donna D

  
  Hilarious movie, starring the Howard Stern, on the story of his life on becoming one of America's most popular DJ on radio history. Has it's funny moments!

• Ira Z

  
  Hilariously superb movie. The script was just pure comedic genius and Howard Stern was just an unbelievably funny character to watch. There is never a dull moment with this film.

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