The Allnighter

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Summary: Proof the 80's sucked.
Review: It's no wonder that neither Tamar Hoffs who wrote, directed and produced this junk NOR her daughter Susanna Hoffs ever made another film again. Sue is now married to film director Jay Roach (Meet the Parents, Austin Powers) and wisely, unlike Madonna, isn't letting her hubbie direct her in anything else. Why? Because the girl can't act to save her life and she knows it. Sue is a great video poser (like Madonna) but is she ever wooden -- even in a silly, no-serious - acting-required romp like this. This film isn't even for Bangles fans since the other three Bangles themselves wanted nothing to do with it and even Vicki Peterson wondered how this atrocity was "even being made." But it does goes to show what happens when you get a hit record. For some reason pop stars believe that hitting the Top Ten automatically qualifies them for starring roles in films. In this case Sue's mom wanted to be the Orson Welles of her generation. Only because she had a famous daughter and a forgettable short flick to her name did she get the chance to do it.You would think the film had a better soundtrack, being that Sue and bandmates did make some good music. But this ultra lame film lacks plot, wit and purpose. It's not even unintentionally funny, it's just stupefyingly dumb! "Molly's" valedictory speech is moronic (and she was first in her class!). But then again, she would be #1 at "Pacifica College" where teachers "recreate Woodstock" as part of the curriculum. Any brains, out there? And how do 3 penniless college students afford such a gorgeous beachfront house as their pad?There's no irony here, except for Joan Cusak's character Gina, who displays some occasional caustic wit and seems to be very aware of the idiots she's surrounded with. But this flick is too long, too boring and one wonders if these 5 brainless twits will ever make it in the real world.And this mess certainly didn't help Sue's standing in the Bangles who at the time were trying hard to fight the "sex kitten" image the record company wanted them to have. This film also brought even more media attention to Sue - something the band resented. Looking at yourself in the mirror with close-ups of your panties, while moving to and fro to Aretha's "Respect" (talk about irony!) was hardly going to help the Bangles to be taken as a serious female musicians.

Rating:
Summary: Proof the 80's sucked.
Review: It's no wonder that neither Tamar Hoffs who wrote, directed and produced this junk NOR her daughter Susanna Hoffs ever made another film again. Sue is now married to film director Jay Roach (Meet the Parents, Austin Powers) and wisely, unlike Madonna, isn't letting her hubbie direct her in anything else. Why? Because the girl can't act to save her life and she knows it. Sue is a great video poser (like Madonna) but is she ever wooden -- even in a silly, no-serious - acting-required romp like this. This film isn't even for Bangles fans since the other three Bangles themselves wanted nothing to do with it and even Vicki Peterson wondered how this atrocity was "even being made." But it does goes to show what happens when you get a hit record. For some reason pop stars believe that hitting the Top Ten automatically qualifies them for starring roles in films. In this case Sue's mom wanted to be the Orson Welles of her generation. Only because she had a famous daughter and a forgettable short flick to her name did she get the chance to do it.You would think the film had a better soundtrack, being that Sue and bandmates did make some good music. But this ultra lame film lacks plot, wit and purpose. It's not even unintentionally funny, it's just stupefyingly dumb! "Molly's" valedictory speech is moronic (and she was first in her class!). But then again, she would be #1 at "Pacifica College" where teachers "recreate Woodstock" as part of the curriculum. Any brains, out there? And how do 3 penniless college students afford such a gorgeous beachfront house as their pad?There's no irony here, except for Joan Cusak's character Gina, who displays some occasional caustic wit and seems to be very aware of the idiots she's surrounded with. But this flick is too long, too boring and one wonders if these 5 brainless twits will ever make it in the real world.And this mess certainly didn't help Sue's standing in the Bangles who at the time were trying hard to fight the "sex kitten" image the record company wanted them to have. This film also brought even more media attention to Sue - something the band resented. Looking at yourself in the mirror with close-ups of your panties, while moving to and fro to Aretha's "Respect" (talk about irony!) was hardly going to help the Bangles to be taken as a serious female musicians.

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Summary: The Allnighter
Review: Not a bad little movie. A typical 80s Girl wants Boy, Girl too scared to tell Boy, Girl has wacky last night with College Girlfriends, Girl land in Jail, Girl tells Boy she loves him after she is bailed out of Jail story.

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Summary: Not a bad little teen flick
Review: Ok I have to admit,I rented this because Susanna Hoffs was in it. I kept expecting another dumb little comedy,but I was actually quite pleased with the outcome of the movie.Susanna Hoffs isn't a bad actress at all.The movie had some very funny scenes.The plot was pretty cute.A movie that anyone who loves those corny little 80's flicks should see.

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Summary: The All Nighter is a Part Timer
Review: The All nighter isn't classic cinema, and anyone expecting it to be needs to brush up on thier movie knowledge. The Allnighter is a 80's teen sex comedy without the sex. Although some of the movie isn't suitable for youngsters it is all and all a harmless movie. It has it's moments of humor and pure boredom. But if in the the mood for an 80's teen comedy and Porkys and Fast Times at Ridgemonmt High are unavailable this movie will serve it's purpose

Rating:
Summary: The All Nighter is a Part Timer
Review: The All nighter isn't classic cinema, and anyone expecting it to be needs to brush up on thier movie knowledge. The Allnighter is a 80's teen sex comedy without the sex. Although some of the movie isn't suitable for youngsters it is all and all a harmless movie. It has it's moments of humor and pure boredom. But if in the the mood for an 80's teen comedy and Porkys and Fast Times at Ridgemonmt High are unavailable this movie will serve it's purpose

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Summary: Well, It Has Susanna Hoffs.....
Review: The Allnighter is a cheesy, weak-plotted typical teen/20's film about 3 girls having lots of fun before graduation. The movie, however, is not very fun and I found it somewhat boring. However, Susanna Hoffs makes the movie! If you like Sue as much as I, then you will like this movie. What really makes the DVD version great is the commentary with Susanna and her mother, Tamar Simon Hoffs, who directed the movie. The commentary is worth the buy alone. Now as for Shakesphere's Sister above, I have had no problems with my DVD version and I have a cheapie player. Then again, some DVD's just don't work well with certain players. Overall, if you like Sue and like to get to know about her and her mother (the commentary) buy this DVD.

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Summary: Oh Well
Review: Yeah, she's cute, but the movie is a real stinker. You're not sure what's going on and then you realize it............Nothing's going on. The only good thing about the movie was Joan Cusack who, as usual, is the real star of any movie she's in. If you're having trouble getting to sleep, this is a real tranc.