Review of Johnny Be Good (1988) by Spookie M — 04 Dec 2014

Awful. Note able only for the film debut of Uma Thurman.

This review of Johnny Be Good (1988) was written by Spookie M on 04 Dec 2014.

Johnny Be Good has generally received negative reviews.

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By Christopher N (159) on 27 Oct 2014

Don't know what everyone's problem is with this movie......it was a great 80's flick....was funny at times and showed the side of college football…

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By Chase H (243) on 19 Jun 2010

I always like Anthony Michael Hall in the 80's and this being one of hes lead role in playing not a nerd(like in the breakfast club or weird…

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Still having a hard time seeing AMH as anything more than a pipsqueak. Certainly not a much sought after football player…

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By Ian C (1,796) on 26 Apr 2013

I loved this movie when I was a kid and I still enjoy it today. It's an 80's movie all the way and not to be taken too seriously, but it is enjoyable…

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Lame, cartoony, unfunny comedy. John Hawkes from Me You and Everyone We Know has a bit part as a spacey pizza delivery boy…

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The hilarity starts at the high school championship game and continues with every college visit…

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By Star Z (29) on 04 Feb 2008

This is a very solid 80's comedy with a great cast. Uma Thurman is mezmerizing in her film debut! Outstanding performances by many in this flick…

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By Charles G (399) on 16 Nov 2009

Not a bad film. Just your typical 80's teen flick with a lil more mature themes in it…

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