Cathy Moriarty, John Goodman, Kellie Martin
Comedy set in Key West, Florida, about a group of teenagers who frequent a Saturday movie matinee during the time of the Cuban missile crisis.
DVD Release Date: July 15, 1998
Stats: 165 reviews
A good visit to 1961 small-town America childhood, mixed with the fear of atomic missiles approaching. John Goodman is a good showman, who puts on a hilariously unforgettable Saturday Matinee. Well done!
John Goodman is easily the best thing about this Joe Dante film, which features his usual affectionate mix of B-movie homage and teenage coming of age. Not bad but very forgettable.
A good snapshot of American during this period. Goodman is fantastic in his role.
What can I say? Joe Dante makes the kind of movies I like. This one deals with the joy of attending Saturday movie matinees, specifically B-level creature features. Set during the Cuban missile crisis, and starring John Goodman as a filmmaker and innovative promoter of his new...( read more)
A good movie showing the times in the 60's and early matinee. John Goodman does a good job in his role.
Neat Bill Castle angle, and I like a film that wears a love for cinema nostalgia on its sleeve. I could have done without the whole 'weren't people dumb back now' vibe.
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