Weird Science (1985)
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Two unpopular teenagers, Gary and Wyatt, fail at all attempts to be accepted by their peers. Their desperation to be liked leads them to "create" a woman via their computer. Their living and breathing creation is a gorgeous woman, Lisa, whose purpose is to boost their confidence level by putting them into situations which require Gary and Wyatt to act like men.
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Weird science is a raunchy comedy for younger teens but still gets away with more than a lot of other raunchy comedies. It is a classic film in the Jhon Hughes line up of movies. Its about two teens Gary and Wyatt that want to get laid, and with the power of a computer and some oingo boingo music the make a woman. And she is played by the beautiful Kelly LeBrock and this film awesome so go check it out.
"Weird Science" is definitely one of the memorable movies from the 1980's, and it is without a doubt also one of the movies that instantly comes to mind when you think movies from the 1980's. Furthermore, it is a classic in its own right, and it is a movie that you can watch over and over again.The story is about Gary (played by Anthony Michael Hall) and Wyatt (played by Ilan Mitchell-Smith), two high school students without any luck with the women and often at the end of the bullies shenanigans. After seeing a "Frankenstein" movie on late night TV, they decide to create their own ideal woman (played by Kelly LeBrock) on the computer. But when their creation takes physical form and becomes a real woman, the two teenagers find that their luck has changed and popularity is just around the bend.When you watch "Weird Science" these days you are just amused with the graphics that were used in the movie back in the day. Sure, it was grand and impressive back then. And seeing that is a nostalgic trip back to the glorious 1980's.It is a combination of the storyline, the characters and the cast ensemble that makes the movie stand out so nicely and work so well.The cast list includes Kelly LeBrock which is very much the epitome of the 1980's for many men whom were young adults or adults during the 1980's. But it also has some other impressive appearances, for example Bill Paxton in the hilarious role of Chet, but also Robert Downey Jr. and Robert Rusler as the two high school bullies. Furthermore, there is also some nice appearances by Vernon Wells and Michael Berryman as two bad guys.If you were watching movies during the 1980's, then chances are slim to none that you are not already familiar with this lovable movie. And on the off-chance that you aren't already familiar with "Weird Science", then do take the opportunity to sit down and watch it should you get the chance. This is a very enjoyable movie in every way.
Teenagers Gary and Wyatt (Anthony Michael Hall and Ilan Mitchell-Smith) are high school losers, never made it with a lady, so they stick bras on their heads, hook up their computer to a Barbie doll, hack into a mainframe for more processing power and create their perfect woman, Lisa (Kelly LeBrock), who tells them how to walk this way and talk this way. Before you can say 'teenage nerd wish-fulfilment', the lads are wearing snappy suits, boozing and schmoozing at a blues bar, driving luxury sports cars, and hosting the ultimate house party, before finally finding true love with school babes Hilly and Deb (Judie Aronson More and Suzanne Snyder).Written and directed by John Hughes at the height of his game, Weird Science is pure teenage fantasy, targeted at adolescent boys with raging hormones. As such, the comedy is far from sophisticated, with gags about farts, poop, sex, puking, and underwear. Crass, to be sure, but also very funny if you're a pimply teenager or, like me, an adult whose sense of humour hasn't really matured that much since puberty.Hall and Mitchell-Smith are perfectly cast as luckless dweebs Gary and Wyatt, with Hall, in particular, on fine form, providing the film with some of its funniest moments (his bar room tale about unrequited love is hilarious). LeBrock is great to look at but her performance is wooden (then again, who's to say that a Real-life Barbie doll wouldn't act that way?). Able support is given from the always great Bill Paxton as Wyatt's obnoxious brother Chet, and Robert Rusler and Robert Downey Jr. as bullies Max and Ian, while cult favourites Vernon Wells and Michael Berryman contribute memorable cameos as mutant bikers, who invade Wyatt's home during the film's surreal and very silly soiree (I think that means 'party').8.5 out of 10, rounded up to 9 for Oingo Boingo's incredibly catchy theme song.
Two high school nerds attempt to create the perfect woman, but she turns out to be more than that. I never thought that 2017 would start in such a way but overall since we lost a great actor and person today here's my review for "Weird Science" starring Bill Paxton, Kelly LeBrock, Anthony Michael Hall, Ilan Mitchell-Smith and Robert Downey Jr and the reason why i loved this film it was easy. It was made in the 80's and there were some great references to movies such as "Road Warrior" or "Dirty Harry" plus it's an insane and funny comedy with some really great performances by some really talented people and fans of that time won't be disappointed.