Review of Weird Science (1985) by Jacob D — 22 May 2017

A cheesy cult classic from the eighties that is a blast to watch, funny jokes, good performances, and lots of creativity.

This review of Weird Science (1985) was written by Jacob D on 22 May 2017.

Weird Science has generally received positive reviews.

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By Shane M (526) on 24 Nov 2013

Another one from my past. Love this! Even though they are essentially sleazy little boys, it is quaint compared to today's movies…

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By Gavin P (778) on 17 Jun 2017

Silly John Hughes comedy is much closer to his goofy and crass early works like National Lampoon's Class Reunion than his more thoughtful teen…

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By Cameron J (1,335) on 23 Apr 2014

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By Alejandro C (588) on 29 May 2017

Hilarious.. an all time favorite.. KL is beautiful.. AMH is histerical.. John Hughes is a genius…

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By Joel G (229) on 19 May 2014

Though the obvious quirkiness can be offputting, this American comedy is surprisingly quite funny and adequately serves in being no more than…

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By Nicki M (953) on 24 Nov 2013

Another one from my past. Love this! Even though they are essentially sleazy little boys, it is quaint compared to today's movies…

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By Sarah M (1,063) on 27 Sep 2015

The 80s was a strange, strange time when nothing made sense and you had to suspend disbelief when it came to plot (and fashion). Science = magic…

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By Justin A (642) on 01 Apr 2015

A funny and remarkable comedy. Very adolescent level, but still a good entertainment. Fresh…

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By Gillian D (76) on 24 Mar 2014

Since I'm not a sex-crazed teenage boy, I definitely didn't get as much enjoyment out of this one as other John Hughes movie, but I can accept that…

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