Review of Uncle Buck (1989) by Ransom K — 31 Jan 2013
Charming and funny, Uncle Buck is a beloved John Hughes classic. A family outcast, Buck Russell is called upon during an emergency to look after his nephew and nieces, and hilarity ensues as he attempts to get along in suburbia.
John Candy leads the cast and gives a brilliant performance that made Uncle Buck one of the defining characters of his career. And co-stars Jean Kelly, Macaulay Culkin, and Gaby Hoffmann all give strong performances as well (especially for child actors).
But, it's Candy's magnetism and charisma that makes the film work and gives it its heart. One of John Hughes's best films, Uncle Buck is a wonderful and inspired family comedy that's full of laughs.
This review of Uncle Buck (1989) was written by Ransom K on 31 Jan 2013.
Uncle Buck has generally received positive reviews.
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