Rating: Summary: A classic teen adventure movie Review: If I remember correctly, this movie did not have a stellar run in the theaters when it was first released, but it appears that it has developed quite a cult following. I was hooked on it the first time I saw it, and it took several years before my enthusiasm began to wane. But I still can't help but watch it for a while when I happen across it while flipping channels. It does seem to be on quite regularly, and I guess that shouldn't be all that surprising since its a fun and entertaining movie, well directed but not overdone.
Rating: Summary: Pinchers A Pal!!!! Review: Even after watching this movie over and over again (the theater, cable, video cassette, and really bad dubs on T.V) I simply can't get enough. This DVD now rests in a position of honor, right in my DVD player just waiting and ready for my morning dose of Goonies happiness. This movie (even more so than the Breakfas Club) takes a host of sterotypes (Nerd, Geek, Jock, Cheerleader, Fat kid, ad nausem) and show that inside we *all* are goonies, we just don't know it."Thats like my moms favorite piece!"
Rating: Summary: Great! Review: Very good. I loved it. I liked Matilda a lot and it was like for that one I couldn't take my eyes of the screen. This one was the three things I enjoyed Funny Fantasy-like Adventure It may be one of the best movies made in history. When I first saw it, it was at a birthday party, just last week. The apperince did not look so good. In fact, it didn't even appeal to me. But, otherwise-- It was fantastic. If you liked The Wizard of Oz, you'll love love love LOVE this! a gem!
Rating: Summary: Oh Yeah? Well THIS ONE,RIGHT HERE....IS MINE! Review: ...and I'm taking it back.(The DVD, that is;) I LOVED this movie! I can't wait to purchase the DVD and show my own pre-teens, they will love it as well. I never got tired of watching this movie.(I have a few others I can watch over and over'Legend,The Lost Boys,Ferris Bueller's Day Off,Lord of The Rings). My favorite scenes were when Mouth translates for Mikey's Mom (LOL)...and when up in the Attic, Mouth sticks his tongue out of an old pic.... and that scene makes me laugh so hard to this day! Another favorite was when Chunk is 'confessing everything while his hand is in a blender....LOLOL. Precious, Precious movie, (Sean Astin hasn't changed a BIT, I swear!:) This DVD will be watched alot by the whole family!
Rating: Summary: A Goonies Reunion? Review: I went to the website a few days ago and discovered that they are getting the cast back together for a reunion movie, Goonies II. You can even read the script for the new movie which hasn't released the date of its filming or anything, but just wanted you goonie fans to know! (By the way, sadly a few of the original cast members have passed away. I can't recall exactly who, but one of the Goonies web sites says.)
Rating: Summary: Plenty to chew on............. Review: (Instead of reviewing a film you probably already know, I stick to the DVD special features) Those Extras: Commentary: Good, if perhaps a little too crowded. You have Donner along with all of the kids, and the presentation is a bit odd as well: every now and then the film shrinks and the cast appears in a small box as they make their comments. Fun to see them all grown up, but it's a bit chaotic, with Feldman fancying himself a comedian (at one point calling himself Corey HAIM), and He Quan utters maybe ten words through the whole thing. Deleted Scenes: A number to choose from, but only for rabid fans looking for ANYTHING new to savor. Otherwise needless moments that deserved to be axed. Behind the Scenes: Nice featurette of on-set antics is fun. Music Video: Cyndi Lw-ah-puh's silly contribution to the film features nothing from the film but wrestlers(??) and other nonsense instead. Overall: Longtime fans should not go away hungry after the decent amount of work put into this.
Rating: Summary: Fun filled family adventure Review: Richard Donner and Steven Spielberg team up to bring us "The Goonies." The Goonies are a group of kids that love to go on crazy adventures and have a "never say die" attitude. They are being forced out of their homes by a local land developer that wants to build a country club. The only way to save their homes is to come up with enough money to pay off all the back taxes their families owe. Unfortunately, it is a feat that is practically impossible to accomplish. However, The Goonies discover a map that is supposed to lead to the buried treasure of the legendary "One-Eyed" Willie. Determined to keep their homes, the group sets off on a quest to find the rich stuff. Little do they know, that the beginning of the hunt leads to the basement of the local crime family The Fratelis. Now with the Fratelis hot on their tails, they must overcome numerous obstacles and booby traps to find the loot. Sean Astin who is known for his role as Sam in the Lord of the Ring films, offers an outstanding performance as Mikey - the leader of the Goonies. He is the believer of the group and has always loved pirates - especially "One - Eyed" Willie. Johnathan Key Quan plays Data, who is the creative one of the group. He is obsessed with making wacky inventions and none of them work. Corey Feldman is great as Mouth. Mouth is a smart aleck whose mouth always gets the group in trouble. Jeff Cohen probably offers the film's best performance with his portrayal of Chunk. He is the main reason why the film has become such a fan favorite. Chunk is the most entertaining character by far. His constant whining, food cravings, and "truffle shuffle" will have you laughing for the majority of the film. Mikey's older brother Brand ( Josh Brolin), his girlfriend Andi ( Keri Green), and her best friend Stef ( Martha Plimpton) are also great as they come along for the ride. Troy Perkins ( Steve Antin) is the rich and spoiled bully that makes it his mission to terrorize the Goonies. He also has a thing for Andi and is in constant battle with Brand for her affection. The Frateli crime family is great. Mama Frateli (Anne Ramsey) will give you the creeps. Joe Pantoliano and Robert Davi play the Frateli brothers Francis and Jake. Their constant bickering and other antics will make you laugh. Then there is Sloth. Sloth is their brother that is disfigured and possesses superhuman strength. They keep him chained in the basement. Sloth however is my favorite character and has a heart that matches the size of his love for Baby Ruth's! The relationship between him and Chunk is very touching. The Goonies is one of my favorite movies. I have seen it maybe a dozen times, and I still love it just as much. Richard Donner does an excellent job directing the vast array of talent in the film. Steven Spielberg crafts an amazing tale of friendship and determination set in extraordinary circumstances. The characters that pave the road for the story are by far the best thing about the film. The visuals in this movie are beautifully done. The underground caverns, the booby traps, the pirate ship, and the treasure all give the film a sense of authenticity when dealing with the pirate genre. The DVD is outstanding. It contains deleted scenes that include a hilarious convienient store scene and the infamous octopus scene. The commentary is the best feature. It brings back all the Goonies and shows them in the booth. You get to see Data, Chunk, Mikey, Brand, Mouth, Stef, and Andi all grown up. It is great to hear what they have to say about working with each other, the characters that they played, and the movie in general. The movie itself and the amazing DVD make it a must own!
Rating: Summary: One Word - Awesome Review: For those people that haven't had the pleasure of even seeing the Goonies, you don't know what you are missing. This movie is a must for anyone who grew up begging to watch the movie when it was on normal TV. Even though you saw it 500 times before, you just had to watch it again. This stays with anyone who watches it.
Rating: Summary: WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Review: One of my all time favorite movies. everything in here is great. I loved th extras and I'm happy to finally see the giant squid. The commentary was even great. This is a must by if you are a movie buff.
Rating: Summary: Loved it! Review: Awsome film! A fun, swash-buckling adventure many will come to love!
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