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Fierce Creatures (1997) is often called the "spiritual successor" to A Fish Called Wanda, reuniting the iconic quartet of , Jamie Lee Curtis , Kevin Kline , and Michael Palin . While it didn't hit the same heights as its predecessor, many critics and fans still consider it a hidden gem of 90s farce. The Setup: Capitalism vs. Cuddly Animals

Highlights the movie as a satire on corporate greed but notes some "adult" humor and double entendres. Fierce Creatures (1997)

Writers at MovieRob and Interjected argue that while it may not be as "clever" as A Fish Called Wanda , its sheer absurdity makes it a "wunderkind" of physical comedy. Fierce Creatures (1997) is often called the "spiritual

The plot kicks off when a ruthless media tycoon, (Kevin Kline), acquires the Marwood Zoo and demands a 20% profit margin. To hit this goal, the new director, Rollo Lee (John Cleese), institutes a "Fierce Creatures" policy: only dangerous, man-killing animals are allowed to stay, while the harmless ones are ordered to be put down. Cuddly Animals Highlights the movie as a satire

Elements of the script actually date back to a 1967 concept co-written by Terry Jones and Michael Palin , giving it a classic British slapstick feel. What the Critics Say