The Ten

The Ten

Year: 2007

Runtime: 96 min

Language: English

Comedy

A comedic reimagining of the classic biblical epic "The Ten Commandments," this film celebrates the movie’s 95th anniversary. It pays homage to the original while delivering laugh-out-loud moments and offering a fresh, entertaining perspective on the timeless story. Expect a humorous take on familiar characters and events.

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1

Accidental Hero

A man named Adam unexpectedly becomes a hero when he falls out of a plane. His miraculous survival leads others to regard him as a figure of inspiration and bravery, despite the bizarre circumstances surrounding his feat.

2

Awakening in Mexico

A librarian, played by Gretchen Mol, travels to Mexico and experiences a sexual awakening with a local man, portrayed by Justin Theroux. This encounter marks a significant turning point in her life, as she explores new desires and sensations she had suppressed.

Mexico
3

Dark Humor in Medicine

A doctor, acted by Ken Marino, engages in a morbidly humorous practice of killing his patients 'as a goof.' This unsettling behavior reveals his complicated relationship with ethics and the seriousness of his profession.

4

Coveting the Cat Scan

Detective Liev Schreiber plays a police officer who becomes obsessed with his neighbor's advanced Cat Scan machine. His envy leads him into a series of unethical decisions, reflecting the struggles that come with desire and professional jealousy.

5

An Unusual Father Figure

A mother, portrayed by Kerri Kenney-Silver, hires an Arnold Schwarzenegger impersonator, played by Oliver Platt, to fill the role of a father figure for her children. This unconventional choice leads to comedic yet heartfelt moments as the impersonator attempts to navigate real parenting challenges.

6

Desire in Prison

Rob Corddry plays a prisoner who becomes infatuated with his fellow inmate's 'wife.' This obsession highlights the emotional and psychological struggles that arise in such constrained settings, ultimately complicating his relationships.

Prison
7

Love and Theft

Winona Ryder portrays a woman who unexpectedly falls in love with a ventriloquist's puppet and ultimately decides to steal it. This act of theft unravels a series of hilarious and unpredictable events, symbolizing her quest for affection and companionship.

8

The Gossiping Rhinoceros

A Rhinoceros, voiced by H. Jon Benjamin, learns about the social dangers and implications of gossip within his community. This animated tale serves as a humorous reflection on trust and the consequences of spreading rumors.

9

Skipping Church

A husband, played by A. D. Miles, chooses to skip church with his family and instead engages in a carefree day of nudity and music with his friends. This moment illustrates his desire for freedom and escape from societal norms.

10

Jeff Reigert's Dilemma

Paul Rudd's character, Jeff Reigert, presents all the intertwined stories while grappling with his own moral challenges. He faces a tough decision between his devoted wife, played by Famke Janssen, and his young mistress, portrayed by Jessica Alba, leading to a deeper exploration of love and fidelity.

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