Spice World (film)

Spice World is a 1997 British musical comedy film directed by Bob Spiers and starring the Spice Girls. Released at the height of the group's popularity, the film presents a fictionalized account of several days in the life of the Spice Girls as they prepare for a major concert at the Royal Albert Hall.

The plot is loosely structured and characterized by surreal and often absurd humor. The film follows the Spice Girls through a series of vignettes involving encounters with various characters, including their manager Clifford (played by Richard E. Grant), a persistent documentary filmmaker, an overzealous security guard, and a manipulative newspaper editor.

The film incorporates various musical numbers from the Spice Girls' discography and features numerous celebrity cameos, including Roger Moore, Elton John, Jennifer Saunders, and Elvis Costello.

Despite receiving generally negative reviews from critics, who often criticized its shallow plot and reliance on slapstick humor, Spice World was a commercial success. Its popularity was driven by the Spice Girls' existing fanbase and its appeal to a younger audience. The film has since developed a cult following, particularly among fans of the Spice Girls and those interested in 1990s pop culture.