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Given your enjoyment of "The Boys," along with your preference for action and comedy with happy and jolly themes, here are some personalized film recommendations that might resonate with your tastes:
1. "Super" (2010)
Genre: Action, Comedy, Drama
Director: James Gunn
Plot: A darkly comedic take on the superhero genre, this film follows a regular guy who decides to become a superhero, despite having no powers. It blends gritty action with offbeat humor, creating a unique viewing experience.
Why It Might Resonate: Similar to "The Boys," this film offers a subversive look at the superhero genre, with a mix of dark comedy and action.
2. "Kick-Ass" (2010)
Genre: Action, Comedy, Crime
Director: Matthew Vaughn
Plot: A high school student decides to become a real-life superhero, leading to a mix of outrageous action sequences and laugh-out-loud moments.
Why It Might Resonate: It’s a blend of action and comedy, with a light-hearted tone that contrasts with the intense action scenes, similar to the dynamic in "The Boys."
3. "Tucker and Dale vs. Evil" (2010)
Genre: Comedy, Horror
Director: Eli Craig
Plot: Two well-meaning hillbillies are mistaken for killers by a group of college students, leading to a series of hilarious and bloody misunderstandings.
Why It Might Resonate: Although it’s more on the horror-comedy side, the film’s humor is jolly and the action sequences are both absurd and entertaining, aligning with your thematic preferences.
4. "The Nice Guys" (2016)
Genre: Action, Comedy, Crime
Director: Shane Black
Plot: A private eye and a tough enforcer team up to investigate a missing girl and uncover a conspiracy in 1970s Los Angeles.
Why It Might Resonate: This film offers a blend of witty humor, engaging action sequences, and a light-hearted tone, making it an enjoyable watch for fans of action-comedy.
5. "Guardians of the Galaxy" (2014)
Genre: Action, Adventure, Comedy
Director: James Gunn
Plot: A group of intergalactic criminals must pull together to stop a fanatical warrior from taking control of the universe.
Why It Might Resonate: Directed by James Gunn, who is known for mixing humor with action, this film has a happy and jolly vibe, with a quirky cast of characters that might remind you of "The Boys."
6. "Mystery Men" (1999)
Genre: Action, Comedy, Fantasy
Director: Kinka Usher
Plot: A group of amateur superheroes with less-than-impressive powers must save the day when a real superhero is captured.
Why It Might Resonate: It’s a humorous take on the superhero genre, with an ensemble cast and a light-hearted, jolly tone, which aligns with your preferences.
These films should offer a blend of action, comedy, and the happy/jolly vibes you enjoy, while also providing something a bit off the beaten path from mainstream blockbusters.