Review of Police Academy (1984) by Andrew W — 24 Jan 2009
"Move out, maggots! ".
One of the most memorable comedies from the 80's. This film proved that something totally witless can end up getting a bunch of fans and sadly... a bunch of really bad sequels.
The story itself probably gave some laughs to the filmmakers before they even began shooting the film. A bunch of losers and outcasts join the academy for various reasons, some reluctantly and some because it's what they're made to do...
The film is insanely funny, a total gag fest at its finest. The strongest part in the movie is its memorable characters, Michael Winslow's walking soundfactor Jones, Marion Ramsey's peeping Hooks and many more. Of course, "Police Academy" series wouldn't be anything without Steve Guttenberg's Mahoney.
This film made Guttenberg a star and the series had some life in it as long as he was in it. After he left the franchise, Guttenberg was forgotten and the "Police Academy" films went downhill.. and fast.
But nevertheless, "Police Academy" remains as one of the best comedies and it surely is timeless entertainment. I've seen it many times and still enjoy it. I just try to forget the sequels...
This review of Police Academy (1984) was written by Andrew W on 24 Jan 2009.
Police Academy has generally received positive reviews.
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