Review of Eddie the Eagle (2016) by Guy J — 17 Apr 2016

A good fun movie, lots of laughs and feel good moments.

This review of Eddie the Eagle (2016) was written by Guy J on 17 Apr 2016.

Eddie the Eagle has generally received positive reviews.

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I liked this movie because it is based on true story of a boy with physical disability that over came his disability with hard work, faith…

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By Monkireviews (254) on 01 Jul 2017

I didn't like it as much, but it had some great moments. The acting was the strongest thing in this movie, everyone did a good job…

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By James L (1,420) on 22 Jul 2017

Feel good, uplifting, a bit cheesy, and a good dose of humour. This film does everything you want it to do, with a really good 80s soundtrack to boot…

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By Robert Kojder (605) for Flickering Myth (680) on 03 Dec 2017

Eddie Edwards has an unbreakable spirit and undying determination to achieve his lifelong dream that is impossible to not respect…

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By Shaun B (772) on 11 Jan 2019

Taron Egerton was a brilliant choice for the role of Eddie Edwards because he look exactly like him…

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It’s very hard not to enjoy Eddie The Eagle, as it is probably one of the most fun and entertaining films I know, however despite it being…

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By John D (2,323) on 13 Aug 2017

Amiable sweetness? Inspirational cliches? Maybe some of that. Nonetheless, a compelling, entertaining, well made film…

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The filmmakers rely on Peary's brooding soul-searching and his need to redeem the downward slide of his own life and career through Eddie to…

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By Jonathan B (2,317) on 30 Dec 2018

Taron Egerton was a brilliant choice for the role of Eddie Edwards because he looks exactly like him…

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