a_genda
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I saw this film a long time ago, just when it was new (1982) and was blown away by the very talented Mr. Keaton.
Also notable are Henry Winkler in a most restrained and touching way.
A welcome surprise is Shelley Long (For the record: I am NOT her fan) as a prostitute "with a heart of gold".
A small, early gem from the Ron Howard-Ganz-Mandel team, with some personal touches, to wit: The line when `Belinda' (Shelley Long) tells `Chuck' (Henry Winkler) just after they made love that `she is not wearing her watch' to let him know that she loves him is just beautiful, a nice, semi-polished little gem that I think most people can appreciate and enjoy.
Trivia: Clint Howard in a small role (His brother, Ron almost always gives him work.)
Trivia: In the closing credits Rod Stewart sings a beautiful version of `That's what friends are for' that would later be made really popular by "Dionne Warwick and friends".
Also notable are Henry Winkler in a most restrained and touching way.
A welcome surprise is Shelley Long (For the record: I am NOT her fan) as a prostitute "with a heart of gold".
A small, early gem from the Ron Howard-Ganz-Mandel team, with some personal touches, to wit: The line when `Belinda' (Shelley Long) tells `Chuck' (Henry Winkler) just after they made love that `she is not wearing her watch' to let him know that she loves him is just beautiful, a nice, semi-polished little gem that I think most people can appreciate and enjoy.
Trivia: Clint Howard in a small role (His brother, Ron almost always gives him work.)
Trivia: In the closing credits Rod Stewart sings a beautiful version of `That's what friends are for' that would later be made really popular by "Dionne Warwick and friends".
The Good Stuff:
Candice Bergen looks gorgeous. Small role by David Reynoso. The late Dar Robinson as the "Albino Hitman". The Albino Hitman falling to his death while emptying his six shooter looks real cool.
The Bad Stuff:
Charles Durning in a blond wig is really hard to take (those crazy looking eyebrows!).
The Verdict:
Typical 80's flick with lots of flashy cars, drug dealers, one colorful hitman, directed by Mr. Reynolds, that even if looking dated manages to entertain.
Candice Bergen looks gorgeous. Small role by David Reynoso. The late Dar Robinson as the "Albino Hitman". The Albino Hitman falling to his death while emptying his six shooter looks real cool.
The Bad Stuff:
Charles Durning in a blond wig is really hard to take (those crazy looking eyebrows!).
The Verdict:
Typical 80's flick with lots of flashy cars, drug dealers, one colorful hitman, directed by Mr. Reynolds, that even if looking dated manages to entertain.
The Good Stuff: Great blend of traditional and computer animation; great voices (all of them full of personality); great character design (loved the blond femme-fatale).
The Bad Stuff: Milo looking too much like Harry Potter; the unpleasant "Mole" character
The Verdict: Never mind the reviews or the comparisons with Shreck, see this one, it has the right balance of adventure and excitement, it was written for kids, but the adults can enjoy it too, (I sure did), and it's always a blast when I see my nephews so immersed in the film that they "dodge" the rocks or bullets "coming" from the screen, I'm pretty sure you'll like it!
The Bad Stuff: Milo looking too much like Harry Potter; the unpleasant "Mole" character
The Verdict: Never mind the reviews or the comparisons with Shreck, see this one, it has the right balance of adventure and excitement, it was written for kids, but the adults can enjoy it too, (I sure did), and it's always a blast when I see my nephews so immersed in the film that they "dodge" the rocks or bullets "coming" from the screen, I'm pretty sure you'll like it!