Review of Flubber (1997) by Connor G — 20 Jul 2013

A concept that benefited greatly from a do-over, but overall, just OK.

This review of Flubber (1997) was written by Connor G on 20 Jul 2013.

Flubber has generally received mixed reviews.

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Let's blame it on poor Robin Williams, who tries so desperately to be likable, whimsical, lovable, smart and funny all at once that he just…

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Relying too much on slapstick and pratfalls, Flubber is an unfunny and a low on energy film that is as just as unimaginative as its title…

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By Miguel R (812) on 29 Jul 2015

Is this movie out-dating as the years go on? Of course. But Robin Williams entertains nevertheless. Oddly enough, I can do without Flubber himself…

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As I kid I went to see this movie twice in the theater I loved it so much. Probably one of my top 5 favorite movies as a kid…

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By M. C (510) on 13 Nov 2014

Flubber has cool effects and a few funny performances, but in all it isn't that good. 44/100…

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Robin Williams sure is funny especially for a professor…

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By Nfbfox (1) on 26 Nov 2015

Let your flub flag fly…

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