Review of Funny Farm (1988) by Sarah D — 13 Mar 2008

Chevy Chase's best film. Great to see a unique take on the city folks changed by country living.

This review of Funny Farm (1988) was written by Sarah D on 13 Mar 2008.

Funny Farm has generally received mixed reviews.

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So unfunny and lifeless it's almost unwatchable. Chevy Chase has never been more set on cruise control…

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By Mary Jo B (40) on 27 Mar 2013

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By Cecily B (774) on 18 Jun 2011

If you look closely, you can actually see the moment when Chevy Chase's career jumps the shark…

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I used to watch this over and over when I was little. I remember laughing at it so much…

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By Michael K (2,029) on 08 May 2012

This was decent....I'd say rent it, don't buy it…

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