I just caught this on TBS last night, and I was interested in how I would like it this time, since I remember my friends and I were laughing our heads off when we watched it in 6th grade. Well, apparently I've matured or something, because it wasn't all that funny. However, it still is an enjoyable movie, if only because the actors are having such a good time with their roles.
I've never cared too much for Ben Stiller, but I have to admit he is hilarious here. He's much better as a maniacal villain than the repetitive, unfunny characters he's been playing ever since. And Tom McGowan, while not particularly funny, has an aura of charm that makes him instantly likable. He's a talented actor, and it's a shame he hasn't been in more movies.
The kids are good, too, especially Kenan Thompson (who is impossible not to like no matter WHAT movie he's in) and Shaun Weiss. The movie itself consists a bunch of silly fat jokes and slapstick, and some rather shady morals, but with such a great, eager cast, you really can't complain about it. All in all, it's a fun movie that anyone can enjoy.
I've never cared too much for Ben Stiller, but I have to admit he is hilarious here. He's much better as a maniacal villain than the repetitive, unfunny characters he's been playing ever since. And Tom McGowan, while not particularly funny, has an aura of charm that makes him instantly likable. He's a talented actor, and it's a shame he hasn't been in more movies.
The kids are good, too, especially Kenan Thompson (who is impossible not to like no matter WHAT movie he's in) and Shaun Weiss. The movie itself consists a bunch of silly fat jokes and slapstick, and some rather shady morals, but with such a great, eager cast, you really can't complain about it. All in all, it's a fun movie that anyone can enjoy.