A-Z List of Embarrasing Movie Goofs

Zoe Adams
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In Finding Nemo (2003) Nigel the pelican has nostrils. Pelicans don't have them - they breathe through their mouths.

    A funny list of movie mistakes, from some of your favorite films, with embarrassing CGI errors, awkward production and make-up goofs.

    The Avengers (2012)

    During the attack on New York, when the cars initially get blown up, you can see ratchet cables attached as one car spins out of control.

    Batman Begins (2005)

    When the Batmobile fishtails in the tunnel, there are visible tire tracks from previous takes.

    Casino Royale (2006)

    Daniel Craig in Casino Royale.

    The camera crew are reflected in the doors of the Ford hire car and Range Rover, when Bond enters the hotel.

    Dogma (1999)

    When Bartleby holds Serendipity by the throat, the metallic join of his wings can be seen.

    The Exorcist (1973)

    During the exorcism, the pillows underneath Regan’s head disappear and reappear.

    Finding Nemo (2003)

    Nigel flying with Marlin and Dory in his mouth in Finding Nemo.

    Nigel the pelican has nostrils. Pelican’s do not have nostrils.

    They breathe through their mouths.

    Gremlins (1984)

    When Billy carries Gizmo to the bathroom to bandage his head, Gizmo is already seated on the bathroom counter.

    Howl’s Moving Castle (2004)

    When Howl gives Sophie the ring, his eyes are brown instead of his customary blue.

    Ice Age (2002)

    At the start of the cave drawing scene, the baby gurgles, but his mouth doesn’t move.

    Jumper (2008)

    David rents room 256. When the manager comes to complain about the noise, the room is 203.

    Kung fu Panda (2008)

    Kung Fu Panda

    When Po lands in the arena, he is dirty.

    When he is chosen as the Dragon Warrior directly afterwards, he is perfectly clean.

    The Lion King (1994)

    The stripes on Timon’s back alternate between 5 and 6.

    Monsters Inc (2001)

    When Mike and Sully sneak Boo onto the Scare Floor in the morning, the clock reads 8:50.

    A few minutes later, they pass another clock, which reads 11:55.

    Notting Hill (1999)

    When William and Martin are discussing Topol and Ringo Starr, a red-headed man walks past in the same direction, twice.

    The Omen (1976)

    When Mr Thorne is in Damien’s room, with a pair of scissors, Damien is asleep, yet his eyes continue to blink.

    Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003)

    Captain Jack Sparrow with clouds behind him.

    When Jack Sparrow first arrives into the film, the sky is light blue, with white clouds.

    During his close-ups in the following scenes, the clouds are tinted glowing sunsets.

    Quadrophenia (1979)

    Rockers are seen wearing Motörhead t-shirts. The band had not been formed yet.

    Rush Hour (1998)

    When Lee jumps onto the Hollywood street sign, it is not attached to the streetlights.

    In the following shots, the stunt crane is visible, holding the sign.

    Stardust (2007)

    When Yvaine and Captain Shakespeare dance, Robert de Niro’s hearing aid is visible.

    Thor (2011)

    Dramatic picture of Thor holding his hammer.

    When Thor demands a horse in the pet shop, a boom microphone is visible.

    Up (2009)

    The number of outside door knobs on the house frequently change from 3 to 4.

    Village of the Damned (1995)

    During the Janitor’s death, it is clear that a dummy lands on the car.

    Willow (1988)

    During the cart chase, one of Willow’s horses steps on the fallen tree branch, leaving a hoof print, showing it was made of foam.

    xXx (2002)

    The tattoos on Xander’s arm switch throughout the film.

    You Don’t Mess With the Zohan (2008)

    Zohan holds the scissors incorrectly throughout the film. His ring finger should be in the tangled loop.

    Zulu (1964)

    Set in 1879, several Zulu warriors can be seen wearing digital wrist watches.

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Zoe Adams is professional blogger and freelance writer with five short story acceptances, with multiple companies. Her latest achievement was graduating for a BA (Hons) in Professional Writing.

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