Review of Casper (1995) by Duncan K — 05 Aug 2013

This film isn't so much bad as it is unbelievably weird.

This review of Casper (1995) was written by Duncan K on 05 Aug 2013.

Casper has generally received mixed reviews.

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I found Casper a bit childish and stupid. The bad special effects make it corny. And the ghosts look like they were just animated…

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By David S (4,459) on 08 May 2015

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By Bill T (1,098) on 16 Dec 2014

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By Matt C (2,668) on 27 Sep 2018

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As far as live-action movies based off of cartoons go, this one is one of the better entries even if that's not saying much…

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Casper salio en 1995 y fue de las primeras películas en tener CGI, y si bien se nota que los años le pasan factura, para su tiempo diría…

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By Desson Thomson (1,673) for Washington Post (9,851) on 06 Apr 2015

There are a few sight gags that might amuse the kids, but for the most part, the computer-generated effects are highly disappointing…

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By Carrie T (206) on 10 Aug 2016

Casper is not harmful and has a great soundtrack, a treat for kids during Halloween…

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By Jesse F (404) on 11 Jun 2016

This was more entertaining than I remembered. Worth a watch for kids but be aware of suggestive themes…

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