I'M FOR THE HIPPOPOTAMUS

Cinemavixion Review

"I'm for the Hippopotamus" (1979), directed by Italo Zingarelli, delivers the signature blend of slapstick comedy and buddy-action that fans of Terence Hill and Bud Spencer have come to expect. Set against the backdrop of Africa, the film sees the charismatic duo Slim and Tom embarking on a mission to thwart a ruthless tyrant's illicit wildlife trade, which involves selling off African fauna to Canadian zoos. Their methods are, predictably, a chaotic mix of fisticuffs and ingenious, often hilarious, sabotage, including the memorable deployment of hippos to disrupt the poachers' operations. While the plot synopsis from local data focuses on a more specific conflict involving Jack Ormond and the rescue of Stella, the core narrative of Slim and Tom protecting wildlife from exploitation through their unique brand of mayhem remains consistent with the external data. The film, an Italian-West German co-production, reportedly garnered significant attention, with external data citing "2 wins & 1 nomination total" and an IMDb rating of 6.6/10 based on nearly 10,000 votes, underscoring its popularity. Zingarelli masterfully balances the comedic timing of Hill and Spencer with thrilling action sequences, making "I'm for the Hippopotamus" a quintessential example of the genre and a delightful watch for enthusiasts of Italian action-comedy cinema.