I have always loved Jumpin' Jack Flash, but its really for those who love a particular kind of 80s movie. If you enjoy the early comedy stylings of Whoopie Goldberg, or seemingly absurd story lines, then this comedy is probably choice for you.
Whoopie Goldberg stars in this Penny Marshall-directed comedy as Terry, an eccentric bank teller who accidentally receives a message from a guy known in code as Jumping Jack Flash. Within no time, Terry unwittingly finds herself playing the role of a contact for Jumping Jack Flash, chasing all over New York to help Jack get home safely. She quickly becomes the target of British spies who want to know what she knows about Jumping Jack Flash.
It is quite an amusing comedy caper with Goldberg in a role that allows her to show off her true New York standup comedy persona. (I particularly love the scenes with her at the British consulate ball and in the upscale salon scene where she insults all of the snobby patrons). It is also one that is supported by a terrific comedic cast such as Carol Kane, Jon Lovitz, Phil Hartman, Stephen Collins (why he ever got stuck on 7th Heaven, I'll never know), John Pryce, Robert Gillaum, John Wood, and my personal favorite, Annie Potts. Give it a try when you're in the mood for light comedy.
Whoopie Goldberg stars in this Penny Marshall-directed comedy as Terry, an eccentric bank teller who accidentally receives a message from a guy known in code as Jumping Jack Flash. Within no time, Terry unwittingly finds herself playing the role of a contact for Jumping Jack Flash, chasing all over New York to help Jack get home safely. She quickly becomes the target of British spies who want to know what she knows about Jumping Jack Flash.
It is quite an amusing comedy caper with Goldberg in a role that allows her to show off her true New York standup comedy persona. (I particularly love the scenes with her at the British consulate ball and in the upscale salon scene where she insults all of the snobby patrons). It is also one that is supported by a terrific comedic cast such as Carol Kane, Jon Lovitz, Phil Hartman, Stephen Collins (why he ever got stuck on 7th Heaven, I'll never know), John Pryce, Robert Gillaum, John Wood, and my personal favorite, Annie Potts. Give it a try when you're in the mood for light comedy.