One of those odd cult classics that actually works. The film keeps escalating the stakes and enhancing the absurdity. While many 80s films no longer hold up (Porkys, Revenge of the Nerds, etc.) this one does in spite of its gimmick nature.
This review of Weekend at Bernie's (1989) was written by Alex G on 29 Mar 2012.
Weekend at Bernie's has generally received mixed reviews.
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