Review of Night Shift (1982) by Rob M — 27 Dec 2012
One of the most underrated comedies of all time, this one never fails to make me laugh hysterically and care about characters. Winkler plays the totally un-Fonz role of a loser who escapes the stress of Wall Street to work at the city morgue.
His new partner: an insane "idea man" named Bill Blasejowski (screen debut for Michael Keaton, who was no doubt on a heavy amount of coke). Shelley Long plays the quintessential hooker-with-a-heart-of-gold, certainly much more believable than Julia Roberts' famous PRETTY WOMAN.
Full of quotable lines and a surprising amount of heart, it's a crime that this film isn't more well known. And yes, I much prefer Rod Stewart's version of "That's What Friends Are For" which plays over the end credits.
This review of Night Shift (1982) was written by Rob M on 27 Dec 2012.
Night Shift has generally received positive reviews.
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