Review of Throw Momma from the Train (1987) by Dann M — 22 Apr 2014
Billy Crystal and Danny DeVito team up for the off-the-wall comedy Throw Momma From the Train. After being framed for his ex-wife's disappearance, writing instructor Larry Donner is blackmailed by one of his students who wants Donner to kill his mother for him.
Crystal and DeVito are great together and give a lot of personality to their characters. Yet, there are some problems with the tone as the film seems unsure of how dark to take the comedy. Additionally, there are some script problems (especially in the last act).
Throw Momma From the Train is uneven and derails a little bit, but it's still a fun ride.
This review of Throw Momma from the Train (1987) was written by Dann M on 22 Apr 2014.
Throw Momma from the Train has generally received mixed reviews.
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