Review of Trading Places (1983) by Shawn M — 01 Jul 2008

One of the best of Eddie Murphy's golden years of cinematic acting.

This review of Trading Places (1983) was written by Shawn M on 01 Jul 2008.

Trading Places has generally received very positive reviews.

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Dan Aykroyd and Eddie Murphy are a fun watch as they trade lives in this classic comedy social satire…

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By Aaron G (813) on 17 Jul 2016

Felt more like a middle-school play than a movie. I know Dan Aykroyd can act... just not in this movie…

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By Joe F (380) on 08 Oct 2018

Eddie Murphy and Dan Ackroyd star in this comedy drama where they both interchange their positions in society…

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Trading Places has two stars, at the height of their powers, costarring in a movie directed by a director who would carve an identity for himself…

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Widly unrealstic lacking any kinda of logic…

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By Jack Q (35) on 04 Jun 2017

Widly unrealstic lacking any kinda of logic…

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By Fallon B (145) on 17 Aug 2016

A homeless con artist is approached by two billionaire brothers who make a bet that they can take a privileged person (Aykroyd) and trade places…

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By Mo B (326) on 01 Jan 2017

Rating: 83% Featuring a smart script and well-cast actors, Trading Places offers a valuable lesson without giving up on laughs…

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By Denise P (233) on 27 Mar 2016

Clever, intelligent and above all fun, Trading Places is a delightfully entertaining social experiment that brings out incredible performances…

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By Pichi P (30) on 02 Jul 2016

This is one of my favourite movies and definately my favourite Christmas movie…

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