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Club Paradise

Play trailer Poster for Club Paradise PG-13 Released Jul 11, 1996 1h 44m Comedy Play Trailer Watchlist
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Jack Moniker (Robin Williams) is a retired firefighter who teams up with reggae singer Ernest Reed (Jimmy Cliff) to open a tropical island resort. In addition to local eccentrics such as British layabout Anthony Cloyden Hayes (Peter O'Toole), Jack and Ernest are joined by tourists eager to stay at their resort, including the goofy, party-seeking duo of Barry (Eugene Levy) and Barry (Rick Moranis). Unfortunately, whiny customers and greedy land developers threaten to spoil the fun.
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Sheila Benson Los Angeles Times A frenetically unfunny and charmless movie. Jul 26, 2014 Full Review Carrie Rickey Philadelphia Inquirer What's fresh about Ramis and Doyle-Murray's brand of comedy is that they're not one-liner wordsmiths, they're social satirists. They find humor in the subversion of a stable social community. Rated: 3/4 Jul 26, 2014 Full Review Sid Smith Chicago Tribune The whole, crowded thing begins to resemble a low-brow Nashville. Rated: 2/4 Jul 26, 2014 Full Review David Nusair Reel Film Reviews A slapdash, mostly unfunny disaster... Rated: 1.5/4 Mar 1, 2020 Full Review Candice Russell South Florida Sun-Sentinel This is a case where the actors are only as good as the script, which isn`t saying much. It`s not long into Club Paradise when you may feel the urge to get out. Jul 26, 2014 Full Review David Sterritt Christian Science Monitor The unchanneled energy of Robin Williams can't redeem this messy yarn. Jul 26, 2014 Full Review Read all reviews

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Joe K I am completely baffled as to why so many people are shitting on this film. I really want someone to explain to me why it’s so bad. Please. Maybe, I’m just crazy but this is a really witty, charming, funny movie. The cast is fantastic and there are some great performances. Andrea Martin is brilliant in this. She steals the show every time she’s on screen. And Jimmy Cliff holds his own against some giants of film. Then on top of it all Robin Williams just holds down a solid Robin performance. I highly recommend checking this flick out. It’s a damn good time. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/22/24 Full Review Kelli B Just goes to show that film critics on this site are just stuffy no fun folks. This movie is goofy & stupid in all the right ways. The mix of all the SNL & SCTV people make this so enjoyable. Twiggy & Joanna Cassidy are great as levelers for the silliness. And Peter O'Toole & Adolph Caesar round out the cast with enough dry humor to make this a fun fun fun movie to watch when you just want something to turn off your brain & enjoy. No subliminal messages or deep meaning - just funny fun stuff. The IMDB Reviews are much more true to what the movie is than this site. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/22/24 Full Review matthias s Club Paradise takes you on a sun-soaked adventure that's hotter than a beach bonfire! With its palm trees swaying to the rhythm of laughter and the crystal-clear waters of comedy, this film serves up a tropical vacation experience you won't forget. The amazing cast, including Eugene Levy and Rick Moranis, are the icing on the vacation cake. Their performances add layers of comic flavor, making this a true holiday feast. With their on-screen chemistry, these actors create a beach paradise where laughter reigns supreme. While the plot may be as predictable as a sunset on the horizon, it doesn't dampen the overall fun factor. Club Paradise knows exactly what it is, a lighthearted escape from reality. And it embraces it with open arms. It's like taking a vacation within a vacation, where you can let loose, dance like nobody's watching, and forget about your troubles. So, if you're looking for a hilarious summer getaway without having to pack a suitcase, Club Paradise is the perfect destination. With its warm humor, beachy puns, and infectious energy, this movie will make you feel like you're on a never-ending summer vacation. Just remember to bring your sense of humor and leave your worries at the theater door. Cheers to a delightful and fantastic time in paradise! Rated 3 out of 5 stars 11/11/23 Full Review Audience Member Classic movie reminds me of going too Jamaica in high school! Yeah Mon! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 04/17/23 Full Review Audience Member Sit back and enjoy the departure from life, this is a very funny movie Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/17/23 Full Review Audience Member people are just to critical funny movie Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/19/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Jack Moniker (Robin Williams) is a retired firefighter who teams up with reggae singer Ernest Reed (Jimmy Cliff) to open a tropical island resort. In addition to local eccentrics such as British layabout Anthony Cloyden Hayes (Peter O'Toole), Jack and Ernest are joined by tourists eager to stay at their resort, including the goofy, party-seeking duo of Barry (Eugene Levy) and Barry (Rick Moranis). Unfortunately, whiny customers and greedy land developers threaten to spoil the fun.
Director
Harold Ramis
Producer
Michael Shamberg
Screenwriter
Harold Ramis, Brian Doyle-Murray
Distributor
Warner Bros.
Production Co
Warner Brothers/Seven Arts
Rating
PG-13
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jul 11, 1996, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Jan 1, 2009
Box Office (Gross USA)
$11.8M
Runtime
1h 44m
Sound Mix
Surround
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