Review of Blue Streak (1971) by Mark T — 23 Aug 2008

Trying to remember why I watched this one...

This review of Blue Streak (1971) was written by Mark T on 23 Aug 2008.

Blue Streak has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Elester W (109) on 18 Dec 2011

Viewed as a comedy it was quite humorous. Definitely unrealistic for any sort of action or police movie…

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By Jason M (2,623) on 09 Dec 2013

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By Sherry M (113) on 02 Apr 2017

Martin Lawrence is very likable. The problem is that the movie just wasn't all that funny…

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By Tanja N (81) on 03 Mar 2012

Decent film. Has some pretty funny moments. Worth checking out if you like Dolly Parton. ~ Average Movie Guy…

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By Grant H (1,337) on 15 Jan 2012

As soon as Martin Lawrence stops acting like an idiot every few seconds the films not actually that bad…

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By Michael F (1,296) on 20 Aug 2012

I actually don't mind a cheesy Lawrence flick every once in a while but this was just plain terrible…

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By Olaniyi S (16) on 03 Apr 2012

It is a comedy you will like. MArtin I love you…

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By Guido S (546) on 07 Oct 2013

Martin Lawrence is a jewel thief who gets caught trying to steal a diamond. He sticks it in a vent of an under construction building…

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By Raji K (655) on 13 Jul 2014

Martin Lawrence adds a lot of much needed comedic energy and deliveries to the film's generic script…

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By Alexander P (1,095) on 28 Apr 2012

Not very good at all, some comedy moments that make you laugh but no really quality moments, a predictable plot and ending…

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