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Overboard (1987)
Rate:
5
Viewed:
3/06
3/06:
Overboard is an average comedy picture despite the egregious message.
The most realistic outcome will be Kurt Russell's character getting arrested for kidnapping, among other felony offenses.
Because of his looks, he gets off the hook. So, to somewhat enjoy the film is to suspend my disbelief.
More of a drama than a comedy, Overboard has nice pace while it tells an ingenious story.
The performances by Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn are good, but their jokes backfire more often than not.
All in all, with an improved script, Overboard could be better.