Overboard (1987)

Surprisingly incoherent and boring

Sadly Over-hyped

Dreadfully Boring

Amazing worth wacthing. So good. Biased but well made with many good points.

This movie doesn't take itself seriously, so how do you describe it in the usual terms of plot, acting, and direction. The plot is predictable and ridiculous but it's still great. The acting? Looks like they had a great time doing it and it was fun to watch so who cares. The movie turned out great so the directing was fine.It's a cute love story with the usual 1) they hate each other, 2) they fall in love, 3) something breaks them up, and 4) well you know how that goes.Goldie Hawn is adorable. I thought she overplayed the rich witch a little, but then that was how all the rich people were played. Kurt Russell is fine, but besides Hawn, the stars were the kids.I loved the last line of the movie.

(Originally reviewed: 14/02/2017) Real life duo Russell and Hawn have solid on screen chemistry in this good, at times rather funny light comedy. Garry Marshall's direction is spot on; he knows how to make use of locations and there are some great shots towards the start of the picture that really stand out. A few funny moments include Russell and Hawn trading insults which could possibly be seen as flirting but within that scene he's staring at her backside while eating some posh crackers and a joke involving Hawn's amnesia and her husband deciding to leave her which results in dialogue such as he wanted a clean break; though some will hardly find Overboard's general story acceptable; I for one found it original and refreshing. The supporting cast are all watchable and there's plenty of funny moments and heart-warming scenes with real sincerity among the characters to warrant a recommendation; overboard may have its share of jokes that miss the mark and some of the dialogue isn't too impressive but it's a good comedy with strong chemistry and a story that works out well in the end.

The concept and the plot lines were funny and unique. The contrast between the working family and the ultra rich one, the ending where she chooses to have a life where she makes a difference instead of just wasting time, and he values her as she deserves to be valued in the end. There are parts of the movie that could have been better; some of the supporting roles were not done all that well. Although the story is kind of predictable it still is nice to watch. Not alone due the great chemistry between Kurt Russel and Goldie Hawn is worth looking at, but also how Goldies character changes from über-posh and spoiled brat to down to earth and loving wife."Overboard" is a really enjoyable fun rollicking film and enough if taken on its own unambitious terms. Hawn is a hoot, especially in the opening scenes, and she and Russell have great on screen chemistry. The film itself is a mishmash, a sort of warmed over sitcom that has just a hint of the smarmy in its main conceit. By no means is it the best when it comes to romantic comedies but it is a cheerful romantic comedy with that 80's style.Overall rating: 8 out of 10.

not bad script, a lot of humor, inspired cast, mark of a modern fairy tale, clash between life stiles. one of adorable films who reminds emotions and fresh state of childhood. seductive at all, chain of adventures and hilarious situations, almost crazy in few scenes, film about responsibilities and values of life, it is a good occasion for meeting the spirit of a period, a nice love story, few real good actors in a film far to have great ambitions. more than a comedy, it is interesting for the simple message. and for kids. for Ken Russell who is perfect for his role - maybe, too good - and for Goldie Hawn who use her potential in right manner.