Wow, reading these reviews I only see two points of view: Love and Loathed. Well, there could have been more balanced reviews, but my attention span is just too short.
I rated this film 4/10. Some elements work, but most fall flat. I will start with the positives.
This film has a great supporting cast with too many moments to mention. The jokes of breaking the fourth wall hit every time. The theme song "Rock the Cradle of Love" is fantastic (great bridge). The koala bear and the sorority house cannot be beat. And the "My Hair" moment at Capitol Records busts me up!
However, all is not well for this film, and most of it falls squarely at Dice's feet. His character is just not that sympathetic. Even after living through events resembling a depressing country song, his character is barely sympathetic enough to keep the story together. His "rock and roll" sequence at the recording studio is laughable. The Diceman just can't sing.
I loved the film when it was new, but when I saw it again recently, I was shocked at how bad it was. However, the film picks up when he finds the koala. Following that up with the sorority house gave a one-two punch that put the film back on track. It's a shame those set-pieces didn't come earlier in the film.
On a side note, I was a kid when this film came out. I remember the "Rock the Cradle of Love" video. When I saw it recently, I was shocked at how young that girl looks! She didn't look that young before. All a part of getting older I suppose.
Back to the film. It has some smutty elements in it, so if you're a Holy Roller, avoid this film. Otherwise, I recommend giving the film a chance. Just remember that "class" is not readily apparent.
I rated this film 4/10. Some elements work, but most fall flat. I will start with the positives.
This film has a great supporting cast with too many moments to mention. The jokes of breaking the fourth wall hit every time. The theme song "Rock the Cradle of Love" is fantastic (great bridge). The koala bear and the sorority house cannot be beat. And the "My Hair" moment at Capitol Records busts me up!
However, all is not well for this film, and most of it falls squarely at Dice's feet. His character is just not that sympathetic. Even after living through events resembling a depressing country song, his character is barely sympathetic enough to keep the story together. His "rock and roll" sequence at the recording studio is laughable. The Diceman just can't sing.
I loved the film when it was new, but when I saw it again recently, I was shocked at how bad it was. However, the film picks up when he finds the koala. Following that up with the sorority house gave a one-two punch that put the film back on track. It's a shame those set-pieces didn't come earlier in the film.
On a side note, I was a kid when this film came out. I remember the "Rock the Cradle of Love" video. When I saw it recently, I was shocked at how young that girl looks! She didn't look that young before. All a part of getting older I suppose.
Back to the film. It has some smutty elements in it, so if you're a Holy Roller, avoid this film. Otherwise, I recommend giving the film a chance. Just remember that "class" is not readily apparent.