An undeserved reputation as a classic.

Rating: 5/10 (28 February 2013)

Some people have those favourite films as a child, something they sat, watching in front of the TV while playing with their Rubik's Cube or eating their Gummi Bears. Precious memories are made of such things. This is not one of mine.
Yes, it has a great theme tune, and okay, the special effect were revolutionary for the time. But another viewing confirmed what I thought back when I was a wee sprog: The plot is a mess... Amongst other such nonsense, Sigourney Weaver and Rick Moranis turn into giant dog statues, and this is supposed to bring about the apocalypse. I thought as a young 'un I could write a better screenplay... And I still do.
It also tries too hard to be amusing, with only Bill Murray's deadpan delivery providing a few chuckles... Everything else is just desperate banter. Other 'highlights', like the giant Stay Puft marshmallow guy going on a rampage, are just gimmicks designed to distract us from the lacklustre action. If only more people would take off their rose-tinted glasses, they'd be able to see this for what it really is: An average time-waster.
It could be worse, though. It could be... the sequel *shiver* 5/10