Trapped in the Closet Chapters 1322 DVD with R. Kelly (R) +Movie Reviews

Even funnier than 1-12!

mom, wife, chick | Chicagoland, IL USA | 08/20/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"again, for those who don't get it, this is meant to be a comedy. yet it's still smart and i would argue, well acted. the lip syncing is flawless and just adds to the humor. coming from a non-R. Kelly fan, trust me, it's good stuff."

Intentional Comedy

awgrbr | philly | 08/17/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I have to disagree with a previous reviewer about the nature of the comedy in "Trapped." As an opera, its entirely self aware about its over the top lyrics and plot. The beauty of Trapped in the closet lies in its flawless execution as much as its visceral humor. I am not sure that anybody else could pull this off and make it fun to watch, much less riveting and hilarious. R is a fantastic singer and the musical style/tone/production blends perfectly with the action on screen. Take it for what it is, a funny and well crafted opera, composed and sung by one man, the incomparable R Kelly."

F**king Hilarious!!!

Ol Skool | Amarillo, Tx | 08/21/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Well Kells is back with Trapped in the closet 13-22.
Personally I liked 1-12 but it did get a bit droll towards the end but 13-22 is non-stop suspense & comedy til the very end not to take away about the seriousness of catching the "PACKAGE" LOL.
I enjoyed 13-22 way better than I did with 1-12. Kells really out did himself on this one plus he's not a bad actor, I also enjoyed the different characters he played.
Regardless of what people may think about R. Kelly involving his personal life all I can say is that he is truly a God-gifted individual with God-given talents. I can forsee R. Kelly being up there with Prince, Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles & Quincy Jones as for being Geniuses in the music game based on creativity and lyrically he's definitely one of the all time greats hands down.
Go and cop this DVD!
"

Still funny!!

slightly curious | 09/02/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I love these series! I can watch this over and over. Can't wait till the rest comes out. Rosie and her husband remind me of a couple that I know! Very entertaining. Only those with no sense of humor would not like this DVD. I still wanna know how James knew Chuck and Rufus?"

Unintentional bedroom farce at it's finest

Three Apostles | USA | 08/16/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"It started as a serious effort toward toward "hip-hopera", but with the introduction of the midget it has become clear to me that Kelly has realized the comedic value of his life's work, and decided to go with the classic bedroom farce he unintentionally created. Like a favorite recipe created accidentally, this gumbo of style, video and literary forms is unique....the clumsy lyrics, the blackploitation aspect, and the stereotypical characters makes the "Trapped In The Closet" series one of the funniest productions I have seen in a long time. Like the reviewer above, I'm sure I have better things to spend my money on, but the fact that I will be able to expose my friends to such a farcical masterpiece will make the expendature worthwhile.

It is impossible to me to believe that R. Kelly can match the stylistic form of "farce" so closely, and yet not intend for it to be a comedy.
A "farce" frequently focuses on a transgression or on a character's urge to hide something from the other characters, and the unforeseen chain reaction that results. The protagonist, having no time to step back and consider what he or she have been doing or will be doing next, soon passes the point of no return, erroneously believing that any course of action is preferable to being found out or admitting the truth themselves. This way the protagonist gets deeper and deeper into trouble. The protagonist is usually presented sympathetically, encouraging the audience to identify with them and hope for their success. Many farces move at a frantic pace toward the climax, in which the initial problem is resolved one way or another, often through a deus ex machina twist of the plot. Generally, there is a happy ending. The convention of poetic justice is not always observed: The protagonist may get away with what he or she has been trying to hide at all costs, even if it is a criminal act.

I see no difference between the stylistic form I just described and the plot line of "Trapped In A Closet". And I prefer to believe that Kelly has shifted gears and now fully indends to finish off a masterpiece blackploitation hip-hopera bedroom farce. I can't wait."

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