Jackass 3

There is a reason these men have thrived for so long in a world where any moron with a Flip Video can get on YouTube. They are simply the best at what they do.

Just a case of 'same s***, different day'. Literally, in some cases.

This latest collection of stunts from Johnny Knoxville and his crew of masochistic nutters achieves at least one distinction: it showcases the most pointless use of 3D in movies.

It might be the guiltiest of pleasures, but there's no question Jackass 3D delivers.

Why can't non-Jackass films show this kind of energy, clarity, force and ingenuity?

The performers are getting older, and their laughter seems as strained as it always does in zoo-format entertainments.

At it's heart, it's always been a documentary about shenanigans, led by Johnny Knoxville, Bam Magera, Steve-O, Wee Man, and a cast of crazy people. There are no lofty descriptions, plot twists, dissertations, or allegories to speak on.

Impressively, the guys have learnt from their previous outings. This feels slicker and tighter, with less emphasis on Spike Jonze dressing up as an old guy.

...something of an anarchic spirit worth celebrating too, no matter how small and no matter how puerile.

These guys are the taunting yet fiercely loyal friends we've kind of always wanted in our lives.