Overboard (directed by Garry Marshall)

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Released: 1987
Starring: Goldie Hawn, Kurt Russell, Mike Hagerty, Edward Herrman, Jared Rushton, Hector Elizondo

She said:

This film has been one of our family picks since I can remember. It is one of those films that always makes me smile no matter what. Overboard is probably one of my favourite comedies of all time. To start with has anyone ever seen a Garry Marshall film that didn't make them feel all warm inside? A few other of his directorial masterpieces include Beaches, Pretty Woman and, more recently, Valentine's Day. He has a theme of comedies with heart and this one is no different.

Of course the main credit I have to give to Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell, the leading actors and also a real life couple. I class this as their best comedy roles on screen. Interestingly when this film came out it was actually a big flop for both of them and I really can't understand why. They have fantastic chemistry when they play hatred of each other and when they fall in love. Perhaps it was one of those films that needed a few years post-release perspective. Or maybe I am the only person who loves it! But I doubt that very much.

While this film is a 'bit silly' in its plot it does have a wonderful warmth to it. It is essentially a film about how true love can cross boundaries of class and expectation. It is also about giving people second chances: Hawn plays a - how can I put this nicely? - upper class stuck up bitch who has only disgust for Russell's character (a hardworking dad who struggles with parental control). When she gets amnesia what begins as a tale of revenge and payback turns into something special, something real and deep.

I can't recommend this film enough. It has fantastic comic performances from leads and supporting actors alike, and it has some real gems of moments that give you a fuzzy feeling and make you want to hug your pillow (or partner!). I give this film (((5 out of 5.)))


He said:

Overboard is one of those films that you can't help but to smile all the way through. It has some moments that are a bit suspect, but endearing all the same. Garry Marshall was one of the first directors that enjoyed casting his friends in every film.

Hector Elizondo has a small part in this film that nearly goes by unnoticed. (You would recognize him as the Hotel Concierge in Pretty Woman) And there are others that have slipped my mind.

There are some scenes in this film that are a bit close to being beyond awkward. I think it goes with out saying that if a film about kidnapping ad forced parenthood was released now, it wouldn't do well in theatres.

My Dad (Happy Fathers Day!) really enjoys this film as well, it's fun to hear him laughing the whole way through the film. This is a great family film and is completely worth viewing. I enjoyed it and I think you will as well. I give it [[[4.5 out of 5]]]

They said:
This is a fantastic film, and one of the few Eighties films you can watch that doesn't feel completely and hopelessly dated with each viewing. It is well worth your time and we fully encourage everyone to watch it soon. we give it{{{9.5 out of 10}}}

Iron Man Directed by Jon Favreau

Starring Starring Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow and Terrence Howard

He said:
This is a film that is fun every time you see it. The first time I saw it in theaters I was an awe it is well paced action packed and does everything you hope a super hero film will do. It does focus the first act on how Stark becomes the titular hero but it is done in an interesting and enveloping way.

If you had no idea who Iron Man/Tony Stark was before you sat down to watch this film, you were well informed 20 minutes in. This is the film that saved Robert Downey Jr.'s career. The material and science is close enough to reality that you can suspend your disbelief and really enjoy the film.

The film comments on the current political climate with out making the film about terrorism or the war in the Middle East. I enjoyed this film start to finish. {{{I give it 4.5 out of 5}}}

She said:

For me personally the best part of a superhero film is finding out the back story - where the superhero came from/what made them. Tony Stark, aka Iron Man, was a weapons designer kidnapped by terrorists.

This film was all about the character history so I was immediately hooked; as a pacifist the sentiments about the cyclical nature of war/terror and the invention and development of weapons is one close to my heart.

Compared to other superhero histories this is quite in tune with the current political climate. Stark becomes Iron Man in body and mind by his encounters with terrorists in Afghanistan. A theme popular in culture since 9/11 brought terrorism to the forefront of people's minds.

I also enjoyed the visual and special effects such as the advanced three-dimensional computer designs. The concepts were not so far from reality as to be unbelievable. I am pretty sure Japan is already way ahead of this film for example.

With a charming and yet deep performance by Robert Downey Jr this film is both fun and thought-provoking. A great superhero film, if that is your tipple. I give this film <<<4.5 out of 5>>>

They said:

If you need a family friendly rental for a night in this movie is the answer. It will entertain the kids and keep the parents on the edge of their seats.

We give it 9 out of 10.