Pee-wee’s Big Adventure (1985)
84%RT Audience Score:
Awards & Nominations: 2 nominations
Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure brings Paul Reubens’ famous character to the big screen intact, along with enough inspired silliness to dazzle children of all ages
Pee-wee’s Big Adventure is a wild ride that will have you laughing and scratching your head at the same time. Tim Burton’s first feature film is a true original that takes you on a journey through Pee-wee Herman’s wacky world. From his beloved bike being stolen to his run-ins with a ghostly truck driver, this movie is full of bizarre and hilarious moments. While some of the jokes may fall flat, the film’s overall inventiveness and charm make it a must-see for anyone who loves offbeat comedies. So hop on your bike and join Pee-wee on his big adventure!
Production Company(ies)
Evergreen Pictures, Candescent Films, Artemis Rising Foundation
Distributor
Warner Bros.
Release Type
Theatrical
Filming Location(s)
Wheel Inn Restaurant – 50900 Seminole Drive, Cabazon, California, USA
MPAA / Certificate
PG
Year of Release
1985
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Dolby
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Aspect ratio:NA
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Runtime:1h 30m
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Language(s):English, French
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Country of origin:United States
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Release date:Release Date (Theaters): Jul 19, 1985 Original
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 4, 2008
Genre(s)
Comedy
Keyword(s)
starring Paul Reubens, E.G Daily, Mark Holton, Diane Salinger, Tony Bill, Cassandra Peterson, directed by Tim Burton, written by Phil Hartman, Paul Reubens, Michael Varhol, comedy, box office performance, budget, reviewed by Paul Attanasio, Dave Kehr, Variety Staff, Vincent Canby, Marjorie Baumgarten, Steve Warren, David Nusair, David Sterritt, David Parkinson, Felix Vasquez Jr., Matt Brunson, PG rating, Richard Abramson, Robert Shapiro, Paul Reubens produced Pee-wee Herman, red bicycle, Alamo, Dottie, Francis, Simone, Terry Hawthorne, Biker Mama, found objects, low culture, Buster Keaton, Eddie Cantor, children’s movie, unique, creative, journey, adventure, comedy maverick, unique vision, silly, ridiculous, unapologetic fantasy, imaginative, creepy, scary, cult classic
Worldwide gross: $41,047,344
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): $115,938,012
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 951
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): 12,643,186
US/Canada gross: $41,047,344
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): $115,938,012
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 652
US/Canada opening weekend: $4,545,847
US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): $12,839,722
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): 868
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): $6,000,000
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): $16,946,969
Production budget ranking: 1,453
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): $9,125,943
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): $89,865,100
ROI to date (est.): 345%
ROI ranking: 402
E.G. Daily – Dottie
Mark Holton – Francis
Diane Salinger – Simone
Tony Bill – Terry Hawthorne
Cassandra Peterson – Biker Mama
Director(s)
Tim Burton
Writer(s)
Phil Hartman, Paul Reubens, Michael Varhol
Producer(s)
Richard Abramson, Robert Shapiro, Paul Reubens
Film Festivals
Awards & Nominations
2 nominations
Academy Awards
All Critics (46) | Top Critics (8) | Fresh (40) | Rotten (6)
“Pee-wee’s Big Adventure” isn’t a movie but a collection of found objects from the garbage heap of low culture…
January 2, 2018
Paul Attanasio
Washington Post
TOP CRITIC
Reubens always lets us feel superior to his creation, and when his character slips, as it does more than once in this first feature outing, his own condescension shows through.
February 9, 2010
Dave Kehr
Chicago Reader
TOP CRITIC
Children should love the film and adults will be dismayed by the light brushstrokes with which Paul Reubens (one of three credited screenwriters, but star-billed under his stage name, Pee-wee Herman) suggests touches of Buster Keaton and Eddie Cantor.
February 9, 2010
Variety Staff
Variety
TOP CRITIC
Fed by comic tributaries perhaps, but Pee-Wee Herman comes over as a delightful original.
February 9, 2006
Brian Case
Time Out
TOP CRITIC
You have been warned.
May 20, 2003
Vincent Canby
New York Times
TOP CRITIC
This is the movie that, rightfully, catapulted both Tim Burton and Paul Reubens (aka Pee-wee Herman) into the superstar arena.
March 10, 2003
Marjorie Baumgarten
Austin Chronicle
TOP CRITIC
Adventure is a well-produced showcase that sets [Pee-Wee Herman] firmly in line with classic clowns from Chaplin through Jerry Lewis.
May 22, 2020
Steve Warren
Bay Area Reporter
Tim Burton’s first (and best) movie…
March 22, 2016 | Rating: 3.5/4
David Nusair
Reel Film Reviews
It’s a true original — a comedy maverick that looks and feels like no other movie I know.
July 31, 2015
David Sterritt
Christian Science Monitor
It’s a bold attempt to do something dazzlingly original, although some of the gags are spectacularly unfunny and Pee-wee’s nervous prattling can become irritating.
July 31, 2015 | Rating: 3/5
David Parkinson
Radio Times
Burton demonstrates his knack for building seemingly dynamic meta-worlds inside our own world, depicting Pee Wee’s own journey as exciting, harrowing, and often times scary.
November 1, 2014
Felix Vasquez Jr.
Cinema Crazed
The film’s inventiveness is on display from the get-go.
October 4, 2012 | Rating: 4/4
Matt Brunson
Creative Loafing…
Plot
The cartoonish and childish character Pee-wee Herman goes on a big adventure for the first time ever when his beloved shiny new bicycle is stolen by his nemesis Francis Buxton, a fellow man-child and neighborhood rich “kid.” And he sets off on an obsessive cross-country journey, determined to recover it. Pee-wee’s awkward and childish attempts to be cool and mature.
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
No goofy or funny or odd comments are given by Fresh Kernels about Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure.
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Re-Animator
Re-Animator (1985)
87%RT Audience Score:
Awards & Nominations: 4 wins & 4 nominations
Review 1: “This movie was terrible. The acting was bad, the plot was boring, and the special effects were laughable. I wouldn’t recommend it to anyone.”
Review 2: “I found this cinematic endeavor to be a most lamentable experience. The thespian performances were lackluster, the narrative was insipid, and the visual effects were so preposterous as to elicit mirth rather than awe. I cannot in good conscience suggest this film to any discerning viewer.”
Review 3: “This movie was a complete waste of time. The acting was wooden, the story was predictable, and the special effects were subpar. Save yourself the trouble and skip this one.”
Review 4: “Alas, this motion picture proved to be a most egregious squandering of one’s precious time. The histrionic displays were as stiff as a board, the plot was as foreseeable as the sunrise, and the visual effects were as unimpressive as a child’s finger painting. I implore you, dear reader, to abstain from this cinematic atrocity.”
New Review: “As I sat in the theater, I was struck by the overwhelming sense of ennui that permeated the room. The performances were as lifeless as a taxidermied animal, the narrative as predictable as the tides, and the visual effects as unremarkable as a beige wall. It was as if the filmmakers had taken a paint-by-numbers approach to their craft, leaving the audience with a product that was as bland as a bowl of oatmeal. I cannot in good conscience recommend this film to anyone with an iota of taste or discernment. Save your time and money, and seek out a more stimulating cinematic experience.
Review 1: “The acting in this movie was superb. The characters were well-developed and the plot was engaging. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time.”
Review 2: “I loved the cinematography in this film. The shots were beautifully composed and the use of color was stunning. It was like watching a work of art come to life.”
Review 3: “The soundtrack for this movie was incredible. The music perfectly captured the mood of each scene and added an extra layer of emotion to the story.”
New Review: “Holy cow, this movie was a rollercoaster ride of emotions! The acting was so good, I felt like I was right there with the characters. And don’t even get me started on the cinematography – it was like watching a painting come to life! But the real MVP was the soundtrack. I mean, I was tapping my foot and humming along the whole time. Overall, this movie was a masterpiece and I can’t wait to watch it again (and again and again).
Production Company(ies)
Fox 2000 Pictures, Chernin Entertainment, Levantine Films,
Distributor
NA
Release Type
Theatrical
Filming Location(s)
Occidental Studios – 201 N. Occidental Boulevard, Los Angeles, California, USA
MPAA / Certificate
Unrated
Year of Release
1985
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Ultra Stereo
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Aspect ratio:1.85 : 1
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Runtime:NA
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Language(s):English, German
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Country of origin:United States
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Release date:NA
Genre(s)
Keyword(s)
starring Tom Hanks, directed by Robert Zemeckis, written by William Broyles Jr., genre: drama, box office performance: $429.9 million, budget: $90 million, reviewed by Roger Ebert, produced by Tom Hanks, MPAA rating: PG-13, survival, adventure, plane crash, isolation, friendship, hope, perseverance, transformation, Chuck Noland, FedEx, Wilson, desert island, escape, rescue, emotional, inspiring, heartwarming, Tom Hanks performance, Robert Zemeckis direction, William Broyles Jr writing, cinematography, sound design, special effects, Academy Award nominations, Golden Globe nominations, BAFTA nominations, SAG nominations, Tom Hanks production company, Cast Away soundtrack, Alan Silvestri score, Chuck’s character development, FedEx plane crash scene, Wilson’s character, Chuck’s return to civilization, Chuck’s relationship with Kelly, Chuck’s survival skills, Chuck’s mental and physical transformation, Chuck’s emotional journey, Chuck’s monologues, Chuck’s resourcefulness, Chuck’s resilience, Chuck’s determination, Chuck’s loneliness, Chuck’s hopelessness, Chuck’s will to live
Worldwide gross: $2,023,414
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): $5,715,122
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 2,135
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): 623,241
US/Canada gross: $2,023,414
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): $5,715,122
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 1,770
US/Canada opening weekend: $543,728
US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): $1,535,757
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): 1,230
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): $900,000
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): $2,542,045
Production budget ranking: 2,004
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): $1,368,891
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): $1,804,186
ROI to date (est.): 46%
ROI ranking: 1,169
– Ava DuVernay
Writer:
– Ava DuVernay
Cast:
– Storm Reid as Meg Murry
– Oprah Winfrey as Mrs. Which
– Reese Witherspoon as Mrs. Whatsit
– Mindy Kaling as Mrs. Who
– Levi Miller as Calvin O’Keefe
– Deric McCabe as Charles Wallace Murry
– Gugu Mbatha-Raw as Dr. Kate Murry
– Chris Pine as Dr. Alex Murry
– Zach Galifianakis as The Happy Medium
– Michael Peña as Red
– André Holland as Principal Jenkins
– Rowan Blanchard as Veronica Kiley
– Bellamy Young as Camazotz Woman
– David Oyelowo as The It / Voice of The It
Director(s)
NA
Writer(s)
NA
Producer(s)
NA
Film Festivals
Awards & Nominations
4 wins & 4 nominations
Academy Awards
Plot
Obsessed with the idea of overcoming the obstacle of death and determined to vindicate himself by backing up his theory, the ambitious medical student, Herbert West, arrives in New England, after the horrific incident at the Institute of Medicine in Switzerland. Before long, Herbert will pick up where he left off
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
NA
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To Live and Die in LA
To Live and Die in L.A. (1985)
83%RT Audience Score:
Awards & Nominations: 3 wins
To Live and Die in L.A.” is a film that is as polarizing as it is thrilling. While some critics find it to be a scuzzy, tasteless mess, others praise it for its attention-grabbing technique and solid character development. The film’s soundtrack and visuals are undeniably impressive, with a car chase scene that is considered one of the best ever captured on film. However, the film’s weaknesses lie in its inconsistencies and lack of credibility. Overall, “To Live and Die in L.A.” is a pulse-quickening action picture that is both entertaining and exhausting, leaving viewers with a mixed bag of emotions.
To Live and Die in L.A.” is a wild ride through the seedy underbelly of Los Angeles. While some critics found fault with the film’s lack of credibility and taste, I found it to be a pulse-quickening action picture that kept me on the edge of my seat. The car chase scene alone is worth the price of admission. And let’s not forget the killer soundtrack that’s hotter than a summer day in the City of Angels. If you’re looking for a gritty, fast-paced thriller, this one’s for you. Just don’t expect it to be pretty.
Production Company(ies)
Santana Pictures, Corporation,
Distributor
MGM/UA Home Entertainment Inc., Vestron Video
Release Type
Theatrical
Filming Location(s)
600 Mesquit Street, Los Angeles, California, USA
MPAA / Certificate
R
Year of Release
1985
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Dolby Stereo
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Aspect ratio:1.85 : 1
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Runtime:1h 56m
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Language(s):English, Arabic, Spanish
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Country of origin:United States
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Release date:Release Date (Theaters): Nov 1, 1985 Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 2, 2003
Genre(s)
Crime/Drama
Keyword(s)
To Live and Die in L.A., William Friedkin, Irving H Levin, William Friedkin, Gerald Petievich, Crime, Drama, R, William Petersen, Willem Dafoe, John Pankow, Debra Feuer, John Turturro, Darlanne Fluegel, Box Office, $16.6M, Dolby, Surround, Flat (1.85:1), reviewed by Jay Boyar, Catherine Rambeau, Kathleen Carroll, Michael Blowen, Gene Siskel, Paul Attanasio, Cory Woodroof, Jas Keimig, Malcolm Johnson, Bob Ross, Patrick Taggart, starring William Petersen as Richard Chance, Willem Dafoe as Eric ‘Rick’ Masters, John Pankow as John Vukovich, Debra Feuer as Bianca Torres, John Turturro as Carl Cody, Darlanne Fluegel as Ruth Lanier, directed by William Friedkin, written by William Friedkin, Gerald Petievich
Worldwide gross: $17,307,019
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): $48,883,586
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 1,344
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): 5,330,816
US/Canada gross: $17,307,019
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): $48,883,586
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 1,080
US/Canada opening weekend: $3,551,761
US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): $10,031,931
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): 958
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): $8,000,000
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): $22,595,959
Production budget ranking: 1,306
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): $12,167,924
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): $14,119,703
ROI to date (est.): 41%
ROI ranking: 1,192
Willem Dafoe – Eric ‘Rick’ Masters
John Pankow – John Vukovich
Debra Feuer – Bianca Torres
John Turturro – Carl Cody
Darlanne Fluegel – Ruth Lanier
Director – William Friedkin
Producer – Irving H. Levin
Writers – William Friedkin, Gerald Petievich
Director(s)
William Friedkin
Writer(s)
William Friedkin, Gerald Petievich
Producer(s)
Irving H. Levin
Film Festivals
Awards & Nominations
3 wins
Academy Awards
All Critics (48) | Top Critics (12) | Fresh (41) | Rotten (7)
If Friedkin occasionally goes overboard, he certainly commands an attention-getting technique and manages to tell a fascinating story.
August 22, 2021 | Rating: 4/5
Jay Boyar
Orlando Sentinel
TOP CRITIC
Comparisons to TV’s “Miami Vice” are probably inevitable because of the picture’s look and sound track. But “To Live and Die in L.A.” is hotter, faster, kinkier, and has better music.
August 22, 2021 | Rating: 8/10
Catherine Rambeau
Detroit Free Press
TOP CRITIC
This movie leaves one feeling just squeamish and bored.
August 22, 2021 | Rating: 2/4
Kathleen Carroll
New York Daily News
TOP CRITIC
“To Live and Die in L.A.” isn’t the prettiest film of the year, but it’s one of the best.
August 22, 2021
Michael Blowen
Boston Globe
TOP CRITIC
Petersen is to be congratulated for creating a solid character out of a film that likes its decor and soundtrack more than its actors.
August 22, 2021 | Rating: 3/4
Gene Siskel
Chicago Tribune
TOP CRITIC
“To Live and Die in L.A.” will live briefly and die quickly in L.A., where God hath no wrath like a studio executive with bad grosses.
January 2, 2018
Paul Attanasio
Washington Post
TOP CRITIC
A scuzzy, sun-drenched LA neo-noir where nobody is good forever and everyone has something to hide.
June 25, 2022
Cory Woodroof
615 Film
The thrilling car chase at the center of the movie is perhaps one of the best ever captured on film.
June 17, 2022
Jas Keimig
The Stranger (Seattle, WA)
“To Live and Die in L.A.” is weak at the center.
August 22, 2021
Malcolm Johnson
Hartford Courant
The film’s non-stop cinematic cheap thrills come at the expense of credibility and taste.
August 22, 2021 | Rating: 1.5/4
Bob Ross
Tampa Tribune
It’s a well-made, pulse-quickening action picture, but one that is, finally, as exhausting as it is entertaining.
August 22, 2021
Patrick Taggart
Austin American-Statesman
The film is nothing if not fast, and if you are willing to settle for that, if you are willing to look beyond the inconsistencies, you’re likely to enjoy the film. It’s hard.
August 22, 2021 | Rating: 2/4
Lou Cedrone
Baltimore Sun…
Plot
Working largely in cases of counterfeiting, LA based Secret Service agent Richie Chance exhibits reckless behavior which according to his longtime and now former partner Jimmy Hart will probably land him in the morgue before he’s ready to retire. That need for the thrill manifests itself in his personal life by his love of base jumping. Professionally, it is demonstrated by the fact that he is sextorting a parolee named Ruth Lanier, who feeds him information in return for him not sending her back to prison for some trumped up parole violation. With his new partner John Vukovich, Chance is more determined than ever, based on recent circumstances, to nab known longtime counterfeiter Ric Masters, who is more than willing to use violence against and kill anyone who crosses him. Masters is well aware that the Secret Service is after him. Masters’ operation is somewhat outwardly in disarray, with Chance being able to nab his mule, Carl Cody, in the course of moving some of the fake money, and one of his associates, a lawyer named Max Waxman, probably stealing money from him. Partly with information from Ruth, Chance is trying to find and exploit the weaknesses in Masters’ operation. To accomplish his goal, Chance takes more and more unethical and illegal measures, which may be problematic for Vukovich, who comes from a family of police officers who are sworn to uphold the law.
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
No goofy or funny or odd comments were found in the Fresh Kernels database for “To Live and Die in L.A.”
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After Hours
After Hours (1985)
88%RT Audience Score: 87%
Awards & Nominations: Nominated for 1 BAFTA Award
3 wins & 10 nominations total
Bursting with frantic energy and tinged with black humor, After Hours is a masterful — and often overlooked — detour in Martin Scorsese’s filmography
After Hours is a wild ride that will leave you questioning your sanity and laughing at the absurdity of it all. Martin Scorsese’s direction is top-notch, and the cinematography is stunning. It’s a movie that’s both hilarious and terrifying, and you’ll never look at a paperweight the same way again. If you’re in the mood for a surrealistic nightmare with a mainstream slickness, then this is the movie for you. Just don’t blame us if you have trouble sleeping afterwards.
Production Company(ies)
Alcon Entertainment, Columbia Pictures, Sony
Distributor
Warner Bros. Pictures
Release Type
Theatrical
Filming Location(s)
28 Howard Street, Soho, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA
MPAA / Certificate
R
Year of Release
1985
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Mono
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Aspect ratio:1.85 : 1
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Runtime:1h 37m
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Language(s):English
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Country of origin:United States
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Release date:Release Date (Theaters): Oct 11, 1985 Original
Release Date (Streaming): Aug 17, 2004
Genre(s)
Comedy
Keyword(s)
After Hours, Martin Scorsese, Griffin Dunne, Rosanna Arquette, Teri Garr, Verna Bloom, Tommy Chong, Linda Fiorentino, Robert F Colesberry, Amy Robinson, Comedy, R, $10.9M, reviewed by Christy Lemire, Paul Attanasio, Sheila Benson, Jay Boyar, Peter Travers, Bill Goodykoontz, Brian Eggert, Taylor Baker, Tom Meek, Steve Warren, Sean Burns, Gena Radcliffe, time capsule, New York, madness, black comedy, screenplay, acting, surreal, hypnagogic state, desperation, dark, energy, weird
Worldwide gross: $10,609,321
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): $29,965,973
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 1,551
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): 3,267,827
US/Canada gross: $10,609,321
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): $29,965,973
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 1,275
US/Canada opening weekend: $45,435
US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): $128,331
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): 1,838
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): $4,500,000
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): $12,710,227
Production budget ranking: 1,569
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): $6,844,457
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): $10,411,289
ROI to date (est.): 53%
ROI ranking: 1,130
Rosanna Arquette – Marcy Franklin
Teri Garr – Julie
Verna Bloom – June
Tommy Chong – Pepe
Linda Fiorentino – Kiki Bridges
Director – Martin Scorsese
Producers – Robert F. Colesberry, Griffin Dunne, Amy Robinson
Director(s)
Martin Scorsese
Writer(s)
NA
Producer(s)
Robert F. Colesberry, Griffin Dunne, Amy Robinson
Film Festivals
Awards & Nominations
Nominated for 1 BAFTA Award
3 wins & 10 nominations total
Academy Awards
All Critics (57) | Top Critics (16) | Fresh (52) | Rotten (5)
It might not make any sense. It might not even matter. But it’s a blast while it lasts, and it brings the most perfect of endings along with the sunrise.
April 9, 2018 | Rating: 3/4
Christy Lemire
ChristyLemire.com
TOP CRITIC
That “After Hours” fails to satisfy, that it derails, that even its own director tires of the material halfway through, would disappoint no one if the name of Martin Scorsese didn’t appear above the title.
January 2, 2018
Paul Attanasio
Washington Post
TOP CRITIC
After Hours is dazzling movie making; you could get a giddy kick just from cinematographer Michael Ballhaus’ shot as a set of house keys floats down toward the camera, tossed from a top-floor apartment.
March 18, 2015
Sheila Benson
Los Angeles Times
TOP CRITIC
Like many of Scorsese’s earlier pictures, After Hours has a fascination with the bizarre. But the new film is lighter in spirit than any Scorsese film, with the possible exception of Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore.
March 18, 2015
Jay Boyar
Orlando Sentinel
TOP CRITIC
It’s not that they don’t make comedies like After Hours anymore. The fact is there’s never been a comedy quite like this one.
March 18, 2015
Peter Travers
People Magazine
TOP CRITIC
It’s his most-un-Scorsese-like film, and it’s an overlooked gem.
March 18, 2015
Bill Goodykoontz
Arizona Republic
TOP CRITIC
Scorsese’s 1985 release, though not commonly measured alongside his best works, represents a stylistic exercise unmatched in his career
February 14, 2022 | Rating: 4/4
Brian Eggert
Deep Focus Review
Episode 54: After Hours / Bringing Out the Dead / The Irishman
December 1, 2021 | Rating: 80/100
Taylor Baker
Drink in the Movies
A great tech time capsule from not too long ago, when PCs were rooted to the desktop and you needed change to place a phone call on a busy street corner.
June 22, 2020 | Rating: 3/4
Tom Meek
Cambridge Day
After Hours is a surrealistic nightmare, a new wave burlesque with a mainstream slickness.
April 30, 2020
Steve Warren
Bay Area Reporter
The cruelest of comedies, ‘After Hours’ makes me laugh so hard I can barely breathe. Not everybody has that reaction, though.
April 5, 2020
Sean Burns
The ARTery
He never really seems to be in mortal danger so much as mocked and harassed for being so deeply out of place. For many men, however, being made to feel small is a fate worse than death.
January 21, 2020
Gena Radcliffe
The Spool…
Plot
A meek word processor in New York impulsively travels downtown to Soho for date with an attractive, but apparently disturbed young woman, and finds himself trapped in a nightmarishly surreal vortex of improbable coincidences and farcical circumstances.
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
No goofy or funny or odd comments were found in the Fresh Kernels database for After Hours.
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The Return of the Living Dead
The Return of the Living Dead (1985)
86%RT Audience Score:
Awards & Nominations: 4 nominations
A punk take on the zombie genre, The Return of the Living Dead injects a healthy dose of ’80s silliness to the flesh-consuming
The Return of the Living Dead is the ultimate zombie movie for anyone who loves a good mix of horror and comedy. With a killer soundtrack and some seriously impressive makeup effects, this movie will have you laughing and cringing in equal measure. And let’s not forget the iconic “More Brains!” scene – it’s a classic for a reason. Sure, it’s a bit cheesy at times, but that’s all part of the charm. So grab some popcorn, turn off the lights, and get ready for a wild ride with the undead.
Production Company(ies)
Claudie Ossard Productions, Union Générale Cinématographique Victoires Productions,
Distributor
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Release Type
Theatrical, Theatrical (Limited)
Filming Location(s)
Louisville, Kentucky, USA
MPAA / Certificate
R
Year of Release
1985
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Dolby
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Aspect ratio:NA
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Runtime:1h 31m
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Language(s):English
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Country of origin:United States
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Release date:Release Date (Theaters): Aug 16, 1985 Original
Release Date (Streaming): Sep 11, 2007
Genre(s)
Horror/Comedy
Keyword(s)
starring Clu Gulager, James Karen, Don Calfa, Thom Mathews, Beverly Randolph, John Philbin, directed by Dan O’Bannon, written by Dan O’Bannon, horror, comedy, box office performance, budget, reviewed by Chris Hewitt, Simon Abrams, Variety Staff, Jeremiah Kipp, Geoff Andrew, Stephen Holden, Brian Eggert, Chris Plante, Rob Gonsalves, Mike Massie, David Nusair, producer Tom Fox, MPAA rating R, zombies, military experiment, Louisville, Kentucky, epidemic, mortician, flesh-eating, punk, ’80s, silliness, gore, outlandish, survival, supply warehouse, gas, reanimates, corpses, Frank, Freddy, Burt Wilson, Ernie Kaltenbrunner, Tina, Chuck
Worldwide gross: $14,237,880
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): $40,214,819
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 1,432
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): 4,385,476
US/Canada gross: $14,237,880
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): $40,214,819
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 1,165
US/Canada opening weekend: $4,403,169
US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): $12,436,728
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): 884
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): $4,000,000
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): $11,297,979
Production budget ranking: 1,621
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): $6,083,962
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): $22,832,878
ROI to date (est.): 131%
ROI ranking: 823
James Karen – Frank
Don Calfa – Ernie Kaltenbrunner
Thom Mathews – Freddy
Beverly Randolph – Tina
John Philbin – Chuck
Director(s)
Dan O’Bannon
Writer(s)
Dan O’Bannon
Producer(s)
Tom Fox
Film Festivals
Awards & Nominations
4 nominations
Academy Awards
All Critics (46) | Top Critics (7) | Fresh (42) | Rotten (4)
Essential, enormous fun.
June 6, 2012 | Rating: 4/5
Chris Hewitt (UK)
Empire Magazine
TOP CRITIC
The Return of the Living Dead is in fact the real deal.
February 25, 2011
Simon Abrams
House Next Door
TOP CRITIC
O’Bannon deserves considerable credit for creating a terrifically funny first half-hour of exposition, something in which he is greatly aided by the goofball performance of James Karen as a medical supply know-it-all.
March 26, 2009
Variety Staff
Variety
TOP CRITIC
A tongue-in-cheek, splatter-laden homage to George A. Romero’s zombie pictures.
September 27, 2007 | Rating: 3/4
Jeremiah Kipp
Slant Magazine
TOP CRITIC
Any film which features a dead, bald and very hungry punk lurching towards the camera screaming ‘More Brains!’ gets my vote.
June 24, 2006
Geoff Andrew
Time Out
TOP CRITIC
The volume of stagy gore quickly reaches a point of diminishing returns.
May 20, 2003
Stephen Holden
New York Times
TOP CRITIC
Part spoof comedy, part kitschy horror, The Return of the Living Dead was tailor-made to achieve cult status.
April 9, 2022 | Rating: 3/4
Brian Eggert
Deep Focus Review
The Return of the Living Dead is the most 1980s zombie movie ever made and I say that as a compliment. Mostly.
November 2, 2021
Chris Plante
Polygon
It’s a mammoth amount of fun, with a sharp trashy punk/new wave soundtrack and a trio of perfect performances by middle-aged actors in the midst of posturing, attitudinizing youth.
September 14, 2020 | Rating: 5/5
Rob Gonsalves
eFilmCritic.com
The scares are always accompanied by silliness, though the special makeup effects are often outstanding, contributing to a considerable yuck factor.
September 7, 2020 | Rating: 7/10
Mike Massie
Gone With The Twins
There’s ultimately little doubt that The Return of the Living Dead improves steadily as it progresses…
August 22, 2020 | Rating: 2.5/4
David Nusair
Reel Film Reviews
It doesn’t feel like a single second is wasted in its well timed 91 minutes, providing constant entertainment.
July 17, 2020
Duncan Bowles
Den of Geek…
Plot
When a bumbling pair of employees at a medical supply warehouse accidentally release a deadly gas into the air, the vapors cause the dead to re-animate as they go on a rampage through Louisville, Kentucky seeking their favorite food, brains.
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
The film features Clu Gulager, James Karen, and Don Calfa in memorable roles.
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Prizzis Honor
Prizzi’s Honor (1985)
77%RT Audience Score: 62%
Awards & Nominations: Won 1 Oscar
27 wins & 24 nominations total
Disturbing and sardonic, Prizzi’s Honor excels at black comedy because director John Huston and his game ensemble take the farce deadly seriously
Prizzi’s Honor is a dark comedy that packs a punch with its intricate plot and delightful performances. It’s a bizarre movie that manages to be both cynical and funny, and only Jack Nicholson and Kathleen Turner could have pulled off the love scenes with straight faces. While some critics found the climax problematic, I think it’s just about a great movie and certainly one of director John Huston’s best. It’s a tongue-in-cheek flipside of crime melodramas that still feels inventive and engaging, even after all these years. Plus, Anjelica Huston’s Oscar-winning turn is not to be missed!
Production Company(ies)
Virgen Films,
Distributor
20th Century Fox, MGM/UA Home Entertainment Inc.
Release Type
Theatrical
Filming Location(s)
New York City, New York, USA
MPAA / Certificate
R
Year of Release
1985
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Dolby
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Aspect ratio:1.85 : 1
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Runtime:2h 9m
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Language(s):English, Italian
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Country of origin:United States
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Release date:Release Date (Theaters): Jun 14, 1985 Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Sep 16, 2003
Genre(s)
Comedy/Romance
Keyword(s)
starring Jack Nicholson, Kathleen Turner, Anjelica Huston, Robert Loggia, William Hickey, John Randolph, directed by John Huston, written by Richard Condon, Janet Roach, comedy, romance, R rating, box office gross, $26.6M, reviewed by Variety Staff, Dave Kehr, Roger Ebert, Chase Burns, Matt Brunson, Eleanor O’Sullivan, Molly Haskell, Mattie Lucas, Jeffrey M Anderson, Wesley Lovell, Emanuel Levy, Sean Axmaker, hitman, love story, mob family, murder contracts, hit woman, California, Brooklyn, black comedy, farce, deadly seriously, labyrinthine tale, powerfully funny punch, insidiously sly love story, unforgiving underworld, freelance criminals, Oscar-winning turn, icy but damaged mob daughter, formulaic, predictable, chemistry, relationship, plot twists, based on a book, 20th Century Fox, MGM/UA Home Entertainment Inc., surround sound
Worldwide gross: $26,657,534
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): $75,294,068
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 1,153
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): 8,210,913
US/Canada gross: $26,657,534
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): $75,294,068
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 883
US/Canada opening weekend: $4,234,537
US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): $11,960,428
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): 896
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): NA
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): NA
Production budget ranking: NA
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
ROI to date (est.): NA
ROI ranking: NA
Kathleen Turner – Irene Walker
Anjelica Huston – Maerose Prizzi
Robert Loggia – Eduardo Prizzi
William Hickey – Don Corrado Prizi
John Randolph – Angelo “Pop” Partanna
Director(s)
John Huston
Writer(s)
Richard Condon, Janet Roach
Producer(s)
John Foreman
Film Festivals
Awards & Nominations
Won 1 Oscar
27 wins & 24 nominations total
Academy Awards
Oscar Nominees, Oscar Winners
All Critics (40) | Top Critics (5) | Fresh (34) | Rotten (6)
John Huston’s Prizzi’s Honor packs love, sex, and murder — and dark comedy — into a labyrinthine tale.
February 5, 2008
Variety Staff
Variety
TOP CRITIC
As usual, Turner works hard and manages to lend some conviction to a shoddily written part, but she can’t connect with Nicholson, whose obscure hamminess leaves him isolated on some other planet.
February 5, 2008
Dave Kehr
Chicago Reader
TOP CRITIC
This is the most bizarre comedy in many a month, a movie so dark, so cynical and so funny that perhaps only Jack Nicholson and Kathleen Turner could have kept straight faces during the love scenes.
October 23, 2004 | Rating: 3.5/4
Roger Ebert
Chicago Sun-Times
TOP CRITIC
Huston also directed this movie, and the Academy just loves this family legacy stuff. Beyond that, I find the movie to be pretty dull.
December 8, 2021
Chase Burns
The Stranger (Seattle, WA)
Since first catching the film during its original run, repeated viewings have always yielded the same reaction: sheer joy at the intricate plotting and delightful performances, yet pronounced disappointment in a problematic climax that leaves a bad taste.
October 11, 2021 | Rating: 3/4
Matt Brunson
Film Frenzy
Prizzi’s Honor, a tongue-in-cheek flipside of crime melodramas, delivers a powerfully funny punch.
August 16, 2021
Eleanor O’Sullivan
Asbury Park Press (NJ)
John Huston’s best film in years.
February 28, 2020
Molly Haskell
Vogue
A dark comedy, to be sure, but it all ends on a surprisingly dour note that it never quite earns.
June 4, 2019 | Rating: 2.5/4
Mattie Lucas
From the Front Row
I think it’s just about a great movie, and certainly one of director John Huston’s best.
August 24, 2017 | Rating: 4/4
Jeffrey M. Anderson
Combustible Celluloid
Almost every possible mob film has been made, but this one still feels inventive and engaging.
August 15, 2011 | Rating: 3.5/4
Wesley Lovell
Cinema Sight
John Huston’s dark, cynical comedy about the Mafia, one of his last pictures, suffers from the lack of chemistry between Jack Nicholson and Kathleen Turner, but Anjelica Huston is excellent in a well-deserving Oscar-winning turn.
August 16, 2008 | Rating: B
Emanuel Levy
EmanuelLevy.Com
A blackly comic and insidiously sly love story in the unforgiving underworld of mob families and freelance criminals…
July 20, 2008
Sean Axmaker
Seanax.com…
Plot
Charley Partanna is a hit-man who works for the Prizzis, one of the richest crime syndicate families in the country. Unbeknownst to Charley,the Prizzis just hired Irene Walker, a free-lance killer, to eliminate someone who double-crossed them. When Irene and Charley fall in love their jobs become complicated. Their jobs become impossible when each is given a contract that neither can go through with.
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
No goofy or funny or odd comments were found in the Fresh Kernels database for Prizzi’s Honor.
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A View to a Kill
A View to a Kill (1985)
51%RT Audience Score: 40%
Awards & Nominations: 2 wins & 5 nominations
Absurd even by Bond standards, A View to a Kill is weighted down by campy jokes and a noticeable lack of energy
A View to a Kill” may not be the best Bond film out there, but it’s definitely not the worst. Roger Moore may be showing his age, but he’s still charming as ever. The gadgets may not be the most impressive, but who wouldn’t want an inflatable dirigible? And let’s not forget the killer Duran Duran theme song. The villains are memorable and the set pieces are grandiose. Sure, it may be a bit silly at times, but that’s what makes it a guilty pleasure. Overall, it’s a fun and enjoyable addition to the Bond franchise.
Production Company(ies)
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer,
Distributor
United Artists
Release Type
Theatrical
Filming Location(s)
Château de Chantilly, Chantilly, Oise, France
MPAA / Certificate
PG
Year of Release
1985
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Dolby Stereo Dolby Surround 7.1
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Aspect ratio:2.39 : 1
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Runtime:2h 11m
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Language(s):English, French
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Country of origin:United States
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Release date:Release Date (Theaters): May 24, 1985 Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Sep 4, 2007
Genre(s)
Action
Keyword(s)
starring Roger Moore, Christopher Walken, Grace Jones, Tanya Roberts, Patrick Macnee, Patrick Bauchau, directed by John Glen, written by Ian Fleming, Richard Maibaum, Michael G Wilson, produced by Albert R Broccoli, Michael G Wilson, action, PG, James Bond, microchip, Russia, Zorin Industries, Amazonian bodyguard, May Day, Silicon Valley, horse-racing scam, blimp, bridge, gadgets, campy jokes, lack of energy, critic reviews, box office performance, budget, MPAA rating, spy, investigation, villain, destruction, competition, technology, potential, sinister applications, investigation, microchip monopoly, inflatable dirigible, mandatory retirement age, kitsch quality, misogyny, sexism, sex symbol, one-liners, ski chase, climax, supporting characters, relevance, entertainment, climax, opening credits theme, John Barry’s adjusted score
Worldwide gross: $50,327,960
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): $142,151,065
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 859
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): 15,501,752
US/Canada gross: $50,327,960
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): $142,151,065
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 540
US/Canada opening weekend: $10,687,114
US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): $30,185,699
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): 457
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): $30,000,000
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): $84,734,846
Production budget ranking: 494
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): $45,629,715
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): $11,786,504
ROI to date (est.): 9%
ROI ranking: 1,353
Christopher Walken – Max Zorin
Grace Jones – May Day
Tanya Roberts – Stacey Sutton
Patrick Macnee – Sir Godfrey Tibbett
Patrick Bauchau – Scarpine
Director(s)
John Glen
Writer(s)
Ian Fleming, Richard Maibaum, Michael G. Wilson
Producer(s)
Albert R. Broccoli, Michael G. Wilson
Film Festivals
Awards & Nominations
2 wins & 5 nominations
Academy Awards
All Critics (61) | Top Critics (12) | Fresh (23) | Rotten (38)
Moore is worth every wrinkle on his face in “A View to a Kill,” the seventh movie he has made in the Bond series and the most enjoyable since “Moonraker” back in the ’70s.
May 23, 2016 | Rating: 3/4
Jan Herman
New York Daily News
TOP CRITIC
The film also fails on other traditional Bond levels. For example, the gadgets. Zorin and his gang have an inflatable dirigible, but so what? The key to the best Bond gadgets has been that they were something you might want to own yourself.
August 21, 2015 | Rating: 2/4
Gene Siskel
Chicago Tribune
TOP CRITIC
It’s not double-oh-seven anymore, but double-oh-seventy, the best argument yet for the mandatory retirement age.
August 21, 2015
Paul Attanasio
Washington Post
TOP CRITIC
Hard as it is to justify Bond films on intellectual grounds, there’s something invigorating — and strangely reassuring — about this sort of picture.
August 21, 2015
Jay Boyar
Orlando Sentinel
TOP CRITIC
This one, directed by John Glen, just follows the numbers, plodding from one unimaginative set piece to the next.
October 13, 2008
Dave Kehr
Chicago Reader
TOP CRITIC
Roger Moore’s last Bond and not before time.
October 13, 2008 | Rating: 2/5
Ian Nathan
Empire Magazine
TOP CRITIC
It features a killer Duran Duran theme song but strikes out in nearly every other regard.
September 25, 2021 | Rating: 2/4
Matt Brunson
Film Frenzy
A View to a Kill is nowhere near as reviled as its reputation suggests. It might not be the proper send-off Roger Moore deserved, but the film has a great sense of fun, and its Villains are in a league of their own.
July 23, 2021
Jake Tropila
Film Inquiry
The primary villain is memorably vicious and well acted, the henchmen and their demises are bombastic and amusing, and the set pieces are extravagantly grandiose.
September 8, 2020 | Rating: 8/10
Mike Massie
Gone With The Twins
It will always be my ultimate guilty pleasure Bond film
July 16, 2020 | Rating: 3.5/5
Kelechi Ehenulo
Confessions From A Geek Mind
Where other Bond films at least have a kitsch quality, A View to a Kill is not only silly but it also commits the ultimate cardinal sin for any Bond movie – it’s boring.
October 29, 2019 | Rating: 1/5
PJ Nabarro
Patrick Nabarro
A good Bond film, filled with plenty of action and set pieces, with a great opening theme to boot! A solid note to go out on for Moore, even if he isn’t a highlight himself…
January 27, 2019 | Rating: 4/5
David Hogan
hoganreviews.co.uk…
Plot
James Bond has one more mission. Bond returns from his travels in the U.S.S.R. with a computer chip. This chip is capable of withstanding a nuclear electromagnetic pulse that would otherwise destroy a normal chip. The chip was created by Zorin Industries, and Bond heads off to investigate its owner, Max Zorin. Zorin may only seem like an innocent man, but is really planning to set off an earthquake in San Andreas, which will wipe out all of Silicon Valley. As well as Zorin, Bond must also tackle May Day and equally menacing companion of Zorin, while dragging Stacy Sutton along for the ride.
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
There is no goofy or funny comment about the film A View to a Kill on Fresh Kernels.
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Day of the Dead
Day of the Dead (1985)
82%RT Audience Score: 75%
Awards & Nominations: 2 wins
Day of the Dead may arguably be the least haunting entry in George A. Romero’s undead trilogy, but it will give audiences’ plenty to chew on with its shocking gore and scathing view of society
Day of the Dead is a classic zombie movie that will have you on the edge of your seat. While it may not be as good as its predecessors, it still has plenty of gore and scares to keep you entertained. The film’s commentary on science and the military is thought-provoking, but let’s be real, we’re all here for the zombies. And boy, do they deliver. The special effects are impressive, and the zombies are truly terrifying. If you’re a fan of the genre, Day of the Dead is a must-watch. Just don’t watch it alone in the dark.
Production Company(ies)
Distributor
NA
Release Type
Filming Location(s)
Fort Myers, Florida, USA
MPAA / Certificate
Not Rated
Year of Release
1985
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Mono
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Aspect ratio:1.85 : 1
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Runtime:NA
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Language(s):English
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Country of origin:United States
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Release date:Release Date (Theaters): Jul 3, 1985 Original
Release Date (Streaming): Aug 19, 2003
Genre(s)
Horror
Keyword(s)
Day of the Dead, horror, George A Romero, starring Lori Cardille, Terry Alexander, Joseph Pilato, directed by George A Romero, written by George A Romero, box office performance, budget, reviewed by Keith Phipps, Peter Travers, Tom Charity, Nick Schager, Eric Henderson, Janet Maslin, Brian Eggert, Anton Bitel, Ángel Luis Inurria, C.H Newell, Zena Dixon, MPAA rating, zombie apocalypse, social commentary, special makeup effects, Tom Savini, one-dimensional characters, colonialism, 60s civil rights movement, dread, underdeveloped characters, bad acting, retarded plot, gore
Worldwide gross: $5,000,000
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): $14,122,474
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 1,844
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): 1,540,074
US/Canada gross: $5,000,000
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): $14,122,474
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 1,511
US/Canada opening weekend: $1,700,000
US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): $4,801,641
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): 1,108
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): $3,500,000
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): $9,885,732
Production budget ranking: 1,681
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): $5,323,467
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): -$1,086,724
ROI to date (est.): -7%
ROI ranking: 1,433
Terence Alexander – John
Joseph Pilato – Rhodes
Jarlath Conroy – McDermott
Anthony DiLeo Jr. – Miguel
Richard Liberty – Logan
Director(s)
George A. Romero
Writer(s)
NA
Producer(s)
NA
Film Festivals
Awards & Nominations
2 wins
Academy Awards
All Critics (42) | Top Critics (9) | Fresh (35) | Rotten (7)
The years have been kind to Day Of The Dead, however…And though it’s still a disappointment in relation to its two predecessors, it has much to recommend it.
September 18, 2013 | Rating: 3/5
Keith Phipps
The Dissolve
TOP CRITIC
August 14, 2007 | Rating: 3/4
Peter Travers
Rolling Stone
TOP CRITIC
A fitting conclusion to a remarkably astute series, a landmark in the horror genre.
January 26, 2006
Tom Charity
Time Out
TOP CRITIC
The film’s frosty pessimism about mankind’s future does eventually get under your skin.
May 3, 2005 | Rating: B-
Nick Schager
Lessons of Darkness
TOP CRITIC
Day of the Dead is unquestionably the most controversial and debated entry in George A. Romero’s unrivaled zombie trilogy.
August 18, 2003
Eric Henderson
Slant Magazine
TOP CRITIC
It… affords Mr. Romero the opportunity for intermittent philosophy and satire, without compromising his reputation as the grisliest guy around.
May 20, 2003
Janet Maslin
New York Times
TOP CRITIC
Romero called Day of the Dead his favorite of his films. It’s certainly his most challenging.
February 12, 2022 | Rating: 3.5/4
Brian Eggert
Deep Focus Review
George A. Romero’s zombie apocalypse trilogy closer is a grim, gory vision of humanity being torn apart.
December 18, 2021
Anton Bitel
Projected Figures
Less successful than its predecessors… Day of the Dead can work as an example of voyeuristic masochism. [Full Review in Spanish]
June 17, 2020
Ángel Luis Inurria
El Pais (Spain)
This excellent slice of horror from Romero deals with the head-butting elements of science and military in a world ravaged by the zombie virus.
May 3, 2019 | Rating: 5/5
C.H. Newell
Father Son Holy Gore
Overall, I recommend Day of the Dead to all, especially the zombie enthusiast.
August 30, 2018 | Rating: 3/5
Zena Dixon
Real Queen of Horror
Demonstrates you don’t need to be bombed back into the stone age when you can reach that state by exercising your own stupidity. The subterranean setting is the tip-off: While the zombies evolve the humans devolve — almost literally — into cave men.
November 15, 2013 | Rating: 3.5/4
John Beifuss
Commercial Appeal (Memphis, TN)…
Plot
Zombies rule the world, except for a small group of scientists and military personnel who reside in an underground bunker in Florida. The scientists are using the undead in gruesome experiments; much to the chagrin of the military. Finally the military finds that their men have been used in the scientists’ experiments, and banish the scientists to the caves that house the Living Dead. Unfortunately, the zombies from above ground have made their way into the bunker.
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
No goofy or funny or odd comments were found in the Fresh Kernels review for Day of the Dead.
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Millions
Millions (2005)
85%RT Audience Score: 78%
Awards & Nominations: NA
A charming children fable even adults can enjoy
Millions is a movie that will make you laugh, cry, and question your own morality all at the same time. Danny Boyle’s take on a kiddie movie is a refreshing and subversive fable that will leave you feeling both entertained and enlightened. With a cast of adorable and talented child actors, this movie is a heartwarming tale of family, loss, and the power of imagination. So grab some popcorn, sit back, and enjoy the ride as Millions takes you on a journey through the ups and downs of life.
Production Company(ies)
Dino de Laurentiis Cinematografica, Les Films, Marceau
Distributor
Fox
Release Type
Theatrical
Filming Location(s)
Torchy’s Bar – 218 1/2 West Fifth Street, Downtown, Los Angeles, California, USA
MPAA / Certificate
PG
Year of Release
1985
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Color:Color
-
Sound mix:Dolby Stereo
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Aspect ratio:1.85 : 1
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Runtime:1h 37m
-
Language(s):English
-
Country of origin:United Kingdom
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Release date:Release Date (Theaters): Mar 11, 2005 Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Mar 14, 2006
Genre(s)
Comedy/Drama
Keyword(s)
starring Alex Etel, Lewis Owen McGibbon, James Nesbitt, Daisy Donovan, Christopher Fulford, Pearce Quigley, directed by Danny Boyle, written by Frank Cottrell Boyce, Comedy, Drama, PG, box office performance, budget, reviewed by Nell Minow, Jamie Russell, Roger Moore, Nancy Churnin, Eleanor Ringel Cater, Bruce Westbrook, Megan Basham, Nick Rogers, Jay Antani, Felix Vasquez Jr., Cole Smithey, Amber Wilkinson, Alex Etel as Damian Cunningham, Lewis Owen McGibbon as Anthony Cunningham, James Nesbitt as Ronnie Cunningham, Graham Broadbent as producer, Andrew Hauptman as producer, Damian Jones as producer, Dolby SRD, Flat (1.37:1), morality tale, British consumerism, imaginary saints, bag of money, altruistic, mysterious loot, increasingly hairy situation, some peril, mild sensuality, language, thematic elements, Fox, March 11, 2005, March 14, 2006
Worldwide gross: $45,833,132
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): $129,455,446
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 900
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): 14,117,279
US/Canada gross: $40,833,132
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): $115,332,972
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 655
US/Canada opening weekend: $9,858,905
US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): $27,846,427
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): 500
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): $20,000,000
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): $56,489,897
Production budget ranking: 717
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): $30,419,810
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): $42,545,739
ROI to date (est.): 49%
ROI ranking: 1,158
Lewis Owen McGibbon – Anthony Cunningham
James Nesbitt – Ronnie Cunningham
Daisy Donovan – Dorothy
Christopher Fulford – The Poor Man
Pearce Quigley – Community Policeman
Director(s)
Danny Boyle
Writer(s)
Frank Cottrell Boyce
Producer(s)
Graham Broadbent, Andrew Hauptman, Damian Jones
Film Festivals
Awards & Nominations
NA
Academy Awards
All Critics (160) | Top Critics (40) | Fresh (140) | Rotten (20)
February 18, 2012 | Rating: A-
Nell Minow
Movie Mom
TOP CRITIC
A subversive fable from one of the UK’s most engaging filmmakers, Millions sees director Danny Boyle transform a kiddie movie into a painfully accurate portrait of British consumerism.
May 21, 2005 | Rating: 4/5
Jamie Russell
BBC.com
TOP CRITIC
[A] delightfully wise and surprisingly heartwarming morality tale.
April 8, 2005 | Rating: 5/5
Roger Moore
Orlando Sentinel
TOP CRITIC
Millions offers a deft mixture of reality and fantasy in unexpected places.
April 2, 2005 | Rating: B+
Nancy Churnin
Dallas Morning News
TOP CRITIC
There’s grief here. And greed. But happiness, humor and hope as well.
April 1, 2005 | Rating: B+
Eleanor Ringel Cater
Atlanta Journal-Constitution
TOP CRITIC
A charming cash cow with cute twists to its tale.
April 1, 2005 | Rating: 3/4
Bruce Westbrook
Houston Chronicle
TOP CRITIC
To say Millions is a lovely parable would almost do it a disservice, as that suggests that it succeeds more as a moral lesson than as the charming, funny, and touching bit of entertainment that it is.
October 11, 2018
Megan Basham
WORLD
Danny Boyle’s only great film featuring “Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?” is an urbane, thoughtful fable of Lego-bright color, vast imagination and a stout belief in meaningful displays of humanity, charity and altruism without stooping to sermons.
September 19, 2010 | Rating: 3.5/4
Nick Rogers
The Film Yap
if you’re a sucker for adorable, freckle-faced kids, you may not be able to resist the infantile wiles of this movie
August 20, 2010 | Rating: .5/4
Jay Antani
Cinema Writer
A sweet film about struggling with loss, your faith, and family…
April 29, 2009
Felix Vasquez Jr.
Cinema Crazed
A significant part of the film’s appeal emanates from Alex Etel’s amiable personality that glows through his performance of a boy attempting to live up to his greatest potential.
April 18, 2009 | Rating: B+
Cole Smithey
ColeSmithey.com
Sprinkled with a heady dose of magic realism, this film is lovely.
December 7, 2007 | Rating: 4/5
Amber Wilkinson
Eye for Film…
Plot
Brewster is a minor league baseball player. Unknown to him, he had a (recently deceased) rich relative. In order to test if Brewster knows the value of money, he is given the task of disposing of $30m in 30 days. Brewster isn’t allowed to have any assets to show for the $30m or waste the money in any way. If successful, Brewster gets to inherit $300m. The biggest problem of all however, is that Brewster can’t tell anyone what he’s doing, so everyone thinks he’s crazy. Add to this the fact that if he fails, two scheming trustees will get their hands on the money, Brewster’s task is not an easy one.
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
The film features James Nesbitt in the role of the father.
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St Elmos Fire
St. Elmo’s Fire (1985)
67%RT Audience Score: 68%
Awards & Nominations: 1 win & 1 nomination
St. Elmo’s Fire is almost peak Brat Pack: it’s got the cast, the fashion, and the music, but the characters are too frequently unlikable
St. Elmo’s Fire is like a time capsule of the 80s, complete with big hair, shoulder pads, and a killer soundtrack. Sure, the characters may be a bit obnoxious and self-absorbed, but isn’t that what being in your 20s is all about? It’s a fun watch, even if it’s not the most emotionally resonant film out there. Plus, who doesn’t love seeing Rob Lowe and Emilio Estevez in their prime?
Production Company(ies)
Apple Original Films, Interscope Films, Lighthouse Management & Media,
Distributor
Columbia Pictures
Release Type
Filming Location(s)
University of Maryland, College Park, Maryland, USA
MPAA / Certificate
R
Year of Release
1985
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Dolby Stereo
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Aspect ratio:2.39 : 1
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Runtime:1h 48m
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Language(s):English
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Country of origin:United States
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Release date:Release Date (Theaters): Jun 28, 1985 Original
Release Date (Streaming): Jul 29, 2003
Genre(s)
Drama
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Worldwide gross: $37,803,872
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): $106,776,842
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 981
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): 11,644,149
US/Canada gross: $37,803,872
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): $106,776,842
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 705
US/Canada opening weekend: $6,128,157
US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): $17,308,948
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): 726
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): $10,000,000
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): $28,244,949
Production budget ranking: 1,181
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): $15,209,905
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): $63,321,989
ROI to date (est.): 146%
ROI ranking: 778
Simone Baker – Kamilla
Curtiss Cook Jr. – Keith
David So – Daniel
Chris Jai Alex – Ray
Isaiah Jarel – Curtis
Director(s)
Joel Schumacher
Writer(s)
Joel Schumacher
Producer(s)
Lauren Shuler Donner
Film Festivals
Awards & Nominations
1 win & 1 nomination
Academy Awards
All Critics (45) | Top Critics (8) | Fresh (19) | Rotten (26)
In spite of good playing from talented players like Emilio Estevez, Rob Lowe, Andrew McCarthy and Ally Sheedy, the film looks more like an up-market version of Porky’s than anything more coherent.
April 4, 2022
Derek Malcolm
Guardian
TOP CRITIC
These aren’t characters — they’re character hooks.
January 3, 2018
Paul Attanasio
Washington Post
TOP CRITIC
All speed and stylishness without a bit of emotional resonance beneath.
July 13, 2017
Sheila Benson
Los Angeles Times
TOP CRITIC
There is an abundance of astute and knowledgeably drawn scenes with this contextually structured story. There are some biting observations of college life, with law school in particular taking some verbal jabs on the chin.
June 28, 2017
Duane Byrge
Hollywood Reporter
TOP CRITIC
St. Elmo’s Fire is all about a group of recent college graduates in Washington who were always the best of friends but now are drifting apart as real life approaches, discovering various reasons why they are so individually obnoxious.
October 18, 2008
Variety Staff
Variety
TOP CRITIC
Estevez and Nelson are as unappealing here as in The Breakfast Club, though in fairness they’re hampered by a script that seems to despise its characters.
February 9, 2006
Derek Adams
Time Out
TOP CRITIC
…St Elmo’s Fire is self-absorbed and dull, just like the characters that it depicts. But it’s also something of a hoot to see 80’s idiocy laid bare like this…
June 8, 2021 | Rating: 3/5
Eddie Harrison
film-authority.com
…familiar territory that is, for the most part, employed to underwhelming effect…
May 20, 2021 | Rating: 2/4
David Nusair
Reel Film Reviews
Savaged when it was released, is it time for a reconsidering St. Elmo’s Fire, a retrograde look at ’80s single life? No. No, it’s not.
December 28, 2020 | Rating: 2/5
Christopher Lloyd
The Film Yap
I disliked all the characters and whatever magic John Hughes had, where he could make me root for characters I disliked doing things I detested, this movie hasn’t got.
March 26, 2020
Eve Tushnet
Patheos
It’s not until the strains begin to show and rivalries emerge that St. Elmo’s Fire becomes truly interesting — and convincing.
February 28, 2020
Molly Haskell
Vogue
A fascinating record of what that generation was watching, wearing and listening to.
July 13, 2017 | Rating: 3/5
Jo Berry
Radio Times…
Plot
Seven friends – Alec, Billy, Jules, Kevin, Kirby, Leslie and Wendy – are trying to navigate through life and their friendships following college graduation. Alec, who aspires to political life, has just shown his true colors by changing his allegiance from Democrat to Republican, which freaks out girlfriend Leslie, who he wants to marry. Budding architect Leslie, on the other hand, has an independent streak. She believes she has to make a name for herself to find out who she is before she can truly commit to another person in marriage. But Leslie and Alec have decided to live together. Because Leslie refuses to marry Alec, he believes that justifies certain behavior. Kirby, who wants to become a lawyer and who pays for his schooling by working as a waiter at their local hangout called St. Elmo’s Bar, and struggling writer Kevin are currently roommates. They are on opposite extremes of the romance spectrum. Kirby has just reconnected with Dale Biberman, a slightly older woman he knew in college who is now a doctor. He is madly in love with her and will do *anything* to impress her. Kevin, on the other hand, doesn’t date and states he doesn’t believe in love, making his friends speculate that he’s a closet homosexual who is secretly in love with Alec. Kevin will eventually open himself up to the one friend who matters the most. Billy, married with a child, is the irresponsible one of the group who would rather sleep around and play the saxophone than face the realities of being an adult with family commitments. He still lives for the memory of his fraternity glory days. Virginal and sheltered Wendy, who comes from a wealthy family, works in a low paying social services job. Her family provides for all her financial needs. She is in love with Billy, who in turn takes advantage of her adoration of him. And most are concerned about Jules, who works in a bank, lives a life of excess in all facets and doesn’t have the financial means to live that lifestyle. The question for all seven becomes whether their friendship can survive adult real life.
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