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As the Spiritual Successor e to last week's This is Spinal Tap, we have Andy Sandberg's Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping, which is a mockumentary comedy film directed by Akiva Schaffer and Jorma Taccone, and written by The Lonely Island trio: Andy Samberg, Akiva Schaffer, and Jorma Taccone. The film follows the rise and fall of Connor4Real (played by Andy Samberg), a former boy band member turned solo pop star, as he navigates the highs and lows of fame. After his sophomore album flops, Connor's career spirals out of control, forcing him to confront his ego, his relationships, and his fading relevance. Along the way, he reconnects with his former bandmates, Owen (Jorma Taccone) and Lawrence (Akiva Schaffer), while dealing with the absurdities of the music industry. The film features cameos from real-life celebrities, including Justin Timberlake, Mariah Carey, and Ringo Starr, adding to its satirical take on pop culture.

The film received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its sharp satire of the music industry, clever humor, and Andy Samberg's charismatic performance. Critics highlighted the film's hilarious original songs (such as "Equal Rights" and "Finest Girl") as standout moments, blending absurdity with catchy tunes. However, some felt the mockumentary format was overly familiar and that the humor occasionally relied too heavily on its celebrity cameos. Overall, Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping was celebrated as a witty and entertaining parody, particularly for fans of The Lonely Island's brand of comedy.

—Main Cast:

- Andy Samberg as Connor4Real (Connor Friel) – A former boy band member turned solo pop star.

- Jorma Taccone as Owen Bouchard – Connor’s childhood friend, former bandmate, and now his DJ.

- Akiva Schaffer as Lawrence Dunn – Connor’s former bandmate who left the music industry to become a farmer.

- Sarah Silverman as Paula Klein – Connor’s publicist.

- Tim Meadows as Harry Munk – Connor’s manager.

- Joan Cusack as Fran Friel – Connor’s mother.

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