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Movie Reviews of Short Circuit
Movie Review: A True 80's Classic!
Summary: 4 Stars
I just saw this film tonight after not seeing it for about twenty years. I was nine when this movie first came out in '86 and as a child it is one of my favorites. Films like Short Circuit are more than just movies for children of the 80's decade. This movie signifies a culture of movies that we could truly identify with and that made the world of 80's cinema unlike anything else Hollywood's ever created.
Short Circuit is a gem and if you love family entertainment then you will enjoy and appreciate it. Remember, this was in the mid-eighties before outrageous, computer-enhanced special effects, sex, violence and loads of unnecessary curse words took over the SCI-Fi/Action genre. Still, back then, Johnny Five was before his time. This is as clean as they come and one of the sweetest films ever made. If it weren't for a few curse words this movie would be a G.
I'm sure fans of anything 80's will love this movie and have already seen it multiple times. If you haven't, check it out but do not expect Short Circuit to be like the action films of today. It's entertaining, silly and at some points cheesy but that's things we loved about 80's films. So, if you're up for good clean fun then I definitely recommend Short Circuit. And if you're an 80's kid like me, this should be a film added to your DVD collection.
Movie Review: Number 5 is alive!
Summary: 4 Stars
I remember our class winning a trip to see this movie when I was in elementary school and of course, we all loved it then. And now, many many years later, I still do love Short Circuit. The movie focuses on a company called NOVA that has constructed these new robots (which, surprisingly, don't look that out-of-date) but when a power surge hits while they are charging up, the robot called Number 5 comes alive and so the adventure begins. As he seeks for "input" he meets Stephanie (Ally Sheedy) a kind-hearted animal-loving woman who drives a lunch truck for a living. But when Stephanie discovers that Number 5 is alive, she does everything she can to protect him from the guys at NOVA who just want to disassemble him. Great fun for a low-key night at home, you'll love Short Circuit. Kids will too, but there are some profanities in there so parents, please use your discretion. Enjoy!Movie Review: I enjoyed it, BUT . . .
Summary: 4 Stars
I enjoyed watching "Short Circuit", but I doubt if it is for everyone. Because of the premise that this is about an 'escaped' combat robot and because of some disturbingly milartaristic moments and questionable language, I doubt if anyone under age 17 should watch this thing. It is a decent comedy film with a science fiction based plot, but ... Also, one of the main characters is an asian Indian, who is stereotypical in many ways. Unfortunately, he is one of the focal points of the comedy, which does have some racial ignorance.
I admit to sitting through it and enjoying the movie. Also, I am giving it a good rating. But ... (Please do notice that those 'but's do add up to a sort of question mark.) Do prescreen this movie for children under 17. However, I think college age kids will enjoy this movie. Older SF fans will, also, enjoy this movie.
Movie Review: Short Circuit always a hit
Summary: 4 Stars
This is such a cute and funny movie and I am sure the new movie out in theaters now is a spin of this original. The humor based upon familiar colloquialisms is sprinkled throughout and is delightful. This is clean adult humor, playing off the sayings we have heard and used for years. The technical aspects of "#5" are amazing for this time. The formerly GI-destroyer robot develops a relationship with Ally Sheedy and demonstrates he is more than the sum of his parts - he is "alive". Good for the family to enjoy.Movie Review: "No Disassemble"
Summary: 4 Stars
Nova are a research facility that have just constructed five robots designed for war. After a lightning storm, their Number 5 leaves the group and heads into town, realizing he's alive. Is he alive? That's up to Stephanie Smith (Ally Sheedy) and Number 5's creator (Steve Gutenberg) to find out.
I found it a bit hard to sit through when I was a kid, but "Short Circuit" isn't too bad. The robot is cute and the plot is fairly engaging. Worth a look for fans of robots.