Review of Harry and the Hendersons (1987) by Kaley F — 08 Aug 2007

I was so scared of Bigfoot after this movie.

This review of Harry and the Hendersons (1987) was written by Kaley F on 08 Aug 2007.

Harry and the Hendersons has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Michael Wilmington (1,474) for Los Angeles Times (12,977) on 09 Jul 2014

It's overwhelming and, in a curious way, it's charming, but at the center, even though you see it in the right place, you detect not a heart,…

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By Robyn M (1,282) on 21 Nov 2012

Childhood classic! Come on, doesn't get better than BIGFOOT…

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By Joel H (841) on 23 Sep 2017

I remember watching this film at the time of its UK video release and thinking that the rather lukewarm reception it received was unwarranted…

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By Dragonfly44 (103) on 10 Oct 2018

I have nothing but love for this movie. It’s probably mostly nostalgia talking, but even watching it I can’t see much wrong with it…

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By Bill S (2,971) on 08 Apr 2015

Dopey but family friendly while being stupid but funny....overall not a terrible one time watch…

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By Ricardo V (158) on 20 Apr 2016

A classic fun silly movie. This movie attempts to be heartwarming and somewhat succeeds…

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By Brian R (1,372) on 21 Jun 2012

My daughter (8 years old) and I (8+30) both loved this film…

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