In a time when we are almost constantly barraged with goofy spoof films, it’s amazing that no one had come out with a spoof of the James Bond films until 1997. Those movies have been coming out and just BEGGING to be spoofed since the early 60s, and Mike Meyers is the one who finally steps forward to do what simply has to be done, and he does a wonderful job at it.

Fans of the James Bond films will have a blast looking for all of the allusions to the old Bond films and trying to determine which Bond film is being spoofed at any given time, but it’s important to keep in mind that the film pokes fun at the Bond series in good taste. Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery is never disrespectful to the films that it makes fun of, which is probably the single most important thing about a spoof film that makes it good. This is why the Scary Movies, as just a couple of examples, were such dismal, hideous failures. They try to be funny by viciously making fun of all kinds of movies, and end up looking stupid because they have such a nonexistent right to do that. You can’t make a stupid, stupid movie and make fun of a lot of great movies (and some not so great, admittedly) and try to pretend to be respectable at the end of it all. That’s the recipe for a crapfest.

While it’s true that a lot of the comedy in the first Austin Powers film is slapstick and obviously contrived, I think it should be a testament to the quality of the film that it is still so funny! We see all of the traditional Bond clichés in this movie, such as the usual one-liners (which are made fun of extensively and with spectacular effect here), the fancy cars, the goofy cockiness, the teeth-grinding theme song, and the occasionally inexplicable popularity with the women (this allusion makes most sense when compared to those Bond films that starred Roger Moore).

The plot involves a rivalry between Dr. Evil, an evil mastermind bent on world domination, and Austin Powers, a mockish caricature of James Bond, bent on stopping Dr. Evil‘s world domination schemes. Meyers portrays both characters with hilarious skill, making Austin an awkward womanizer with some serious dental problems, and Dr. Evil an evil schemer with a hilarious cutesy side. Neither character really seems like they belong in the role that they serve (as a spy and a doctor of evil), which is where a lot of the comedy comes in. There is also, of course the fact that they both spend most of the movie 30 years in their future, completely out of touch with the new world that they live in.

Austin Powers is one of the most refreshing comedies to come along in years. It’s true that the movie is immensely immature and that it has unfortunately little re-watch value (one of the biggest problems with the film), but the quality of the comedy is unmistakable.

Mens Halloween costumes fill the costume stores along with ones for women and
children. Prisoner and Doctor costumes are worn often, but there are also those
that like something more inspired for a guys costume. Mens Halloween costumes
don’t have to be the same as years past; all you need is to take a little
time to come up with something memorable.

List of Mens Costumes from TV & Movies

300 spartan costumes

Addams family costumes

Alice in Wonderland costumes

Why not get creative and do something totally outside of the box this Halloween.
Mens Halloween costume ideas can come from day dreams or sleeping ones; they
can also come from ordinary moments in life. Maybe you watch an old film and
decide to get dressed up as Humphrey Bogart. Or you could go to seven eleven
and decide you’d like to become a “Slurpie”. An animal from
the zoo, or maybe your favorite sports star, the options are endless for a guys
costume!

Alien costumes

atomic betty costumes

austin powers costumes

barbie costumes

Barney costumes

Be sure to think about where you’ll be on Halloween when considering
the male costume you’ll select to wear. Let’s say you’ll be
at a family party with your future in-laws, you’d want to consider this
when thinking about mens Halloween costumes. This might not be the time to dress
up as a stripper for Halloween. If you want to be certain of making no waves,
the best thing to do would be to call ahead to get information about the guest
who’ll be in attendance.

batman costumes

Beetlejuice costumes

Ben 10 costumes

betty boop costumes

Bratz doll costumes

Thinking about any little ones who may be around is also a good idea. Whether
they be your own or someone else, wearing appropriate mens Halloween costumes
should be the order. The family may be a little more liberal and accepting of
a male costume a bit risqué. Take steps to make sure you will be appropriate
so that you don’t end up making the evening awkward.

Think about being one part of a dynamic duo this Halloween! Mens Halloween
costumes can be purchased that will compliment another person’s holiday
oufit. The police officer and her prisoner; or what about Sunny and Cher? As
the night progresses and more alcohol is consumed, you’ll see how quickly
everyone can be entertained by such outfits.

If you are really stuck on what to be, consider past Halloweens. Which guys
costume do you remember the most? Who truly stood out? What was it about their
look that was so catchy? You do not want to completely mimic their efforts,
or risk looking like an unoriginal copycat. However you may come up with the
perfect spin off. Maybe next year, someone will use your costume for inspiration
as they try to come up with ideas for even better mens Halloween costumes.

Once you’ve brainstormed hard to come up with the perfect mens Halloween
costumes to try out and settled on one, you’ll be ready to enjoy yourself.
Observe the responses people make to your choice of costume. Take in the reactions
and make note, it could help as you plan for next year!

Buzz lightyear costumes

Care Bear costumes

catwoman costumes

curious george costumes

dare devil costumes

Always remember that mens Halloween costumes can be a blast to pick out and
wear. It may just take you back to the days of your youth. Mingle at a party
or take the kids trick or treating. Whatever you do, make the most out of your
mens Halloween costumes this Halloween! Edited by Hetsil Protage