Jumpin' Jack Flash
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Movie Reviews of Jumpin' Jack Flash
Movie Review: DVD at last!
Summary: 4 Stars
JJF is one of those excellent 80's comedies that has begged for a DVD release for some time. I presumed the delay was because Fox were preparing a bunch of extras to add to the DVD, but not so. JJF has finally arrived on DVD, and despite there not being a single special feature (not even the trailer), it is still worth owning! Would have been nice for Whoopi to do an audio-commentary. A nice 5.1 surround sound has been given to the soundtrack, and the widescreen anamorphic is nice to have after years of watching the video cropped version. I will say that the DVD transfer is not sharp, but acceptable considering the film's age. JJF is Whoopi at her finest. She plays a bank computer operator who starts receiving help messages on her screen from a spy. It's one adventure after another from then on. Please remember .... it's a gas, gas, gas!Movie Review: Good Whoopi
Summary: 4 Stars
Years ago when this was first released it was the first movie I saw Whoopi Goldberg in, and I haven't missed any of her movies since then. Fans of comedies about average people getting into complicated spy situations with comedic results will love it. If you are a fan of movies like "Bird on a Wire", "Outrageous Fortune", and "Undercover Blues" you should enjoy this one.
This was the first time I recall seeing a comedy spy movie other than "Casino Royale" at the time. Goldberg and the rest the cast do a great job. Good music and sets make it stand out among a good number of those produced today. I highly recommend you buy this one since it is definitely one of Whoopi's best.
Movie Review: Just a Flash
Summary: 4 Stars
Not a very realistic movie, but very enjoyable. Whoopi almost at her best. Doesn't pluck the heart strings like "Color Purple", not as moving as "Clara's Heart", but certainly showcases her comedic talents. Loved the "silver box" and "tropical fish" comments. Some very funny parts that did require real acting talent. A thoroughly enjoyable film best enjoyed with someone to watch it with you.Movie Review: Great fun, despite dated technology
Summary: 4 Stars
Whoppi Goldberg is a delight as the computer clerk working for a bank who receives a cryptic message from a US agent who needs assistance escaping from a foreign country. Our family thought this movie was a great comedy/drama when we first saw it in the 80's and it still wears well if you can deal with computer technology that has long since become obsolete. It is great fun.Movie Review: A little B movie gem
Summary: 4 Stars
I have a strange affection for this movie. Who knows why. It's silly, some intrigue, cheesy '80s, Whoopie at her cutest, some schmaltz, great supporting cast ... it kinda has it all. It's hard not to get sucked in when this one pops up on the TV. Just go with the flow and enjoy. There are a lot worse out there.