This film is probably one of the most "slept on" movies of the 80's. If you have nastolgia for the 80's this is for you. Though it might bore serious film seekers this film is fun, loaded with memorable quote, balanced with young new (at the time) actors and seasoned vets (and in my case) will stick with you for years.
this could be the 80's version of "dude who stole my car" but way better.
it captures the essence of the 80's perfectly: fun, indulgent, carefree, yuppie, slacker and yes memorable. Though lowbudget (at least in the look of the production...I'm sure Leslie Neilson wasn't cheap) there is a certain attention to detail that I really like. i.e. when Robert Stack's character is discussing the "gig" with "Chuckie" (and recountering his army story) you can hear a snap of a pencil or something as he grabs Chucks shirt stating "i snapped his neck" and again later when he makes a fist. I love these small details and find it hilarious in these particular situation.
though there are a few plot points that are weak ie in the end (spoiler alert) it is not very clear as why "Shawn" keeps the Porsche even though it has been made clear that it was stolen and rightfully belongs to "Mr Face". or why Chuckie is ok w/ it considering it would be a big stain or his and his father's rep. These little flaws add to the true nature of 80's film. CAREFREE.
if you like 80's films like Fast Times at Ridgemont High, Weird Science and Breakfast club you should check this one out
"Chuckie how old are you"? "21" "Maaaan, when I was your age I was 22"
this could be the 80's version of "dude who stole my car" but way better.
it captures the essence of the 80's perfectly: fun, indulgent, carefree, yuppie, slacker and yes memorable. Though lowbudget (at least in the look of the production...I'm sure Leslie Neilson wasn't cheap) there is a certain attention to detail that I really like. i.e. when Robert Stack's character is discussing the "gig" with "Chuckie" (and recountering his army story) you can hear a snap of a pencil or something as he grabs Chucks shirt stating "i snapped his neck" and again later when he makes a fist. I love these small details and find it hilarious in these particular situation.
though there are a few plot points that are weak ie in the end (spoiler alert) it is not very clear as why "Shawn" keeps the Porsche even though it has been made clear that it was stolen and rightfully belongs to "Mr Face". or why Chuckie is ok w/ it considering it would be a big stain or his and his father's rep. These little flaws add to the true nature of 80's film. CAREFREE.
if you like 80's films like Fast Times at Ridgemont High, Weird Science and Breakfast club you should check this one out
"Chuckie how old are you"? "21" "Maaaan, when I was your age I was 22"
