Review of Real Genius (1985) by Lara S — 09 Mar 2008

Still the best movie Val Kilmer has been in.

This review of Real Genius (1985) was written by Lara S on 09 Mar 2008.

Real Genius has generally received positive reviews.

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By Andrew P (1,550) on 28 Nov 2016

Great 80's film, Val Kilmer was hilarious and I really wish they would make an update to the film in current day so we could see what happened…

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By Trista J (217) on 18 Apr 2013

It can't receive less than 5 stars for that epic pop corn scene. The 80's at it's best and one of my all time favorites…

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By Scott M (2,584) on 20 Mar 2017

This movie does not get the credit it deserves. Very funny and well-acted. A good 80's movie. Val Kilmer is great in this role…

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By Janetta B (275) on 08 Apr 2012

This movie was decent, Val is a great actor…

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By Mic R (100) on 01 Dec 2012

Fairly typical 80s teen geek movie. Possibly includes a few too many montages throughout…

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By Shane D (789) on 30 Jul 2013

Full of wit and great humor. This is what an 80's movie is suppose to be…

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By Brandon L (411) on 16 Apr 2012

An 80s classic if there ever was one. A must see…

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By Colm M (245) on 02 Dec 2011

Odd to say the least, barely funny. was alright though…

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By Dave J (1,987) on 12 May 2012

I love this movie! Val Kilmer is one of my favorite actors…

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By Robert B (2,055) on 23 Jan 2012

If you don't develop a crush on the adorable Michelle Meyrink by the end of this, you are not a nerd…

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