Reviews - Better Off Dead (1985) [DVD, Sensormatic]
User Reviews
by maddogdenny on Feb 8, 2006
| Pros |
Genuinely clever and funny, but in a goofy way. |
| Cons |
Sometimes just a bit too goofy. |
| Bottom Line |
It won't rank as one of the great teen comedies of all time, but it does have its place, and is worth quite a few laughs. |
by davidstiersfan on Apr 3, 2005
| Pros |
Some very amusing moments |
| Cons |
The Clothes |
by drdevience on Feb 14, 2004
| Pros |
John Cusak |
| Cons |
Just not my prefered humor |
| Bottom Line |
I think the Bottom Line enjoyed this one.. |
by alington on Jul 30, 2002
| Pros |
High school in the 80s? This nostalgia is for you! |
| Cons |
Bat-wing sweaters, anyone? Fashion faux pas for everyone! |
| Bottom Line |
For all of you 80s fans: this is the ultimate movie for you. Get it, buy it, watch it, pass it on. It doesn't get any better than this! |
by rancidpunxrule on Jul 4, 2002
| Pros |
Hilarious comedy with a superb Cusack. |
| Cons |
None. |
| Bottom Line |
A hilarious and surprisingly insightful film. |
Key Information
Subgenre
Recommended, Cult Film, Campus Life, Black Comedy, Teenagers, Young Love
DVD Editions
VHS Editions
Credits
Screenwriter
Steve Holland
Professional Reviews
Professional Reviews
(10/09/1985, Jagr.): "...[Franklin] is charming as the exchange student trying to win Cusack's heart..."
Quotes from the Movie
Quotes from the Movie
"Ain't that a shame, throwin' away a perfectly good white boy."
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