Bigfoot character Harry echoes E T in light family fantasy
The review draws parallels between Harry and the Hendersons and E T noting similar plots of a family adopting a strange creature. It praises E T for its mystery majesty and genuine sense of wonder, while saying Harry is lovable but lacks that singular aura.
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Movie Review: Bigfoot comical and tame in Harry and the Hendersons
The review sees Harry the Bigfoot as a tall friendly creature adopted by the Henderson family after a collision. It faults director William Dear for turning the story into a shallow sitcom with unnecessary subplots and lacks any real exploration of Bigfoot’s existence or thoughts. Lithgow, Dillon, Ameche, and the creature provide some redeeming moments amid a bland, kid friendly tone.
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Beverly Hills Cop II leads box office for second weekend
Hollywood AP reports Beverly Hills Cop II remains atop the weekend box office with a two week total of 64.8 million, followed by Ernest Goes to Camp 3.6 million in second and The Secret of My Success at third with 2.5 million. Ishtar adds 1.6 million to reach 11.2 million through three weeks, while The Gate earns 10.3 million in three weeks. The Chipmunk Adventure debuts at seventh with 1.5 million as Creepshow II climbs to sixth with 1.4 million. Albie the seal turns 10 with a party at the Sheraton Society Hill as the Ringling Bros. Circus performs through June 14 at the Spectrum.
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