Fan Boys – Sam Huntington

Oh my, if you haven’t seen Fan Boys you are missing a real treat. I laughed so hard I thought my pants would never dry. This is a story about a group of friends who truly are die hard Star Wars fans. Meeting up at a party having not seen each other in some time they decide to take a trip to the famous George Lucas Ranch where the future Stars Wars movie is kept. This time it is Star Wars Episode 1 The Phantom Menace. Their journey is simple: get to the ranch, break in and watch the movie before it goes to the big screen.

On their quest for the ranch these guys run into some of the craziest people and situations possible. From Star Trek fanatics including William Shattner himself, to the police who can’t seem to keep up with the guys’ heroic escapes. Along the way they renew forgotten friendships and learn that one of their own is dying of cancer. With time running short this makes their quest even more important as they realize this is the last time the group will be all together. The ending is endearing and quite sad but on that will make you cheer for their friendship.

Here are the mistakes I found in this delightful movie.

In one of the scenes it shows the vans right front tire blowing out. In a scene shortly after there is nothing wrong with the tire.

In the comic book store you see Hutch, played by Dan Fogler, with a Mountain Dew; if I am correct it is a logo not yet out.

Hutch’s Lightsaber is Anakin Skywalker’s which didn’t come out until Star Wars Episode III Revenge of the Sith (2005)

When they are in the diner it is clear that it is night out side. When the time is mentioned you are given the impression it’s 1:00 am, but it is clearly daytime.

While they are in the casino you can see several slot machines that were not around in 1998. Actually not until several years later.

If you are a Star Wars fan or you just like good comedy I highly recommend this movie. I am a little of both so I can’t tell you how much it made me laugh. I will admit there are a few scenes that watching once was not enough.