Weekend at Bernie's | Rotten Tomatoes

Kevin P It’s funny, I’ve basically seen this movie several times throughout my childhood through the countless parodies that nearly every sitcom and children’s show has done at least once in one of their filler episodes. But to finally see the original that started it all was crazy to watch. The movie itself holds up surprisingly well and is really funny despite it’s one-joke gimmick thanks to the excellent chorography and comedic timing with the physical comedy and improvisational acting from the main leads (both of whom share great chemistry). Some good subversions too like Bernie’s initial plan to whack off the two leads due to his own embezzlement, his hitman turning on him out of convenience, and their utter shock when he’s allegedly still alive. Good commentary on oblivious yuppie culture as well. Despite the crude subject matter, the movie feels oddly comforting thanks to its sunny beachside setting and overall laid-back tone. It might be too repetitive or familiar to some, but personally I really dug the great physical comedy and charismatic leads, and I’d certainly say it’s worth the hype from the all the endless parodies. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/29/25 Full Review Audience Member Fun movie with great body humor and absurd jokes, thats the way I love it Rated 4 out of 5 stars 11/16/24 Full Review Farah R Weekend at Bernie's elicits surprisingly many laughs for a silly slapstick comedy. It's a bold attempt to create a film with such an improbable premise. Yet, they executed it exceptionally well, resulting in one of the most hilarious and memorable comedies of the 80s. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 09/03/24 Full Review Tavi G One of the best movies from the 80's Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/12/24 Full Review Stephen D What kind of heartless, humorless social maladaptate doesn't like this movie? It's the quintessential eighties slapstick comedy, and a true classic that will stand the test of time. Docking a star because Kiser's performance was a little rigid. Yuk yuk yuk. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 03/13/24 Full Review Jonathan L Some say they milked the Bernie bit too much, I didn't see that personally, though I did feel the comedy was generally cliché and predictable. That being said, the cast killed it, the plot was suprisingly thorough, and the jokes that were original were hilarious. 87/100 Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 02/05/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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