Once Upon a Coffee House

It may not be the worst movie ever made but you'll never know for sure unless you actually see it. My cat has a brain the size of pea and pays no attention to the TV but he was enthralled by this movie. The acting is way over the top and the attempts at humor will make you cringe. Much of the film consists of mediocre folk music, but at least you don't have to pay attention since it does nothing to advance the paper-thin plot. The ridiculous depiction of an early 1960's beatnik coffeehouse is particularly entertaining. The fact that it's been renamed "Hootenanny A Go-Go" for video release lends a special something to the "so bad it's funny" charm of this micro-budget embarrassment.

This movie is also known for being the first film appearance of Joan Rivers. You know how it is when you get to see a big star before they become famous and you can just tell from their talent, energy and focus that they were something special? This isn't one of those occasions.