Review of The Goonies (1985) by Paul R — 24 Jul 2013

This is one of my all time favourite films. Stick this on and enjoy one of the greatest family adventures ever put to film. A bunch of friends who are all due to move house as their town is due to be leveled to make way for a golf course go on one last big adventure.

They find a treasure map in Mikey & Brandon's loft and go off in search of treasure to save their families homes. As they gallivant around the town looking for clues they unfortunately bump into a family of criminals - the Fratelli's - who are on the run from the police.

Here their adventure turns dangerous as they as they negotiate a labyrinth of trap-laden tunnels as well as being chased by the Fratelli's who are intent on beating them to the treasure. Richard Donner's direction is spot on, and with a screenplay written by Christopher Columbus based on a story by Steven Spielberg.

.. it certainly carries a wealth of skill and credibility. The Goonies always reminds me of my childhood and I think everyone can always welcome a couple of hours of innocence, adventure and friendship.

This is a top class film accessible to everyone and fun for all the family.