It seems to me that the 80s produced some of the dumbest movies in cinematic history. And, I'm not talking about campy B-movies that were the fodder of "USA, Up All Night." I'm talking about movies that were supposed to be serious works of film.
I happened upon what may be the dumbest I've seen to date last night, "Miracle Mile" (1988), starring Anthony Edwards. Bad writing, terrible acting, awful wardrobes, and primitive but over-ambitious special effects. This one's got it all.
The basic premise of the movie involves people attempting to flee LA because of rumors of an impending nuclear missile attack. In 1988? Really? Were we really still in the throes of nuclear paranoia as late as 1988? Not that I recall.
What was Anthony Edwards thinking? He was riding high in the wake of "Top Gun," "Revenge of the Nerds," etc. He didn't need the work. Did he really think this script had redeeming value?
In what world was "leading lady" Mare Winningham considered attractive? Particularly while sporting a Hanson brothers haircut. And, who names their daughter "Mare"?
Any other nominees?
I happened upon what may be the dumbest I've seen to date last night, "Miracle Mile" (1988), starring Anthony Edwards. Bad writing, terrible acting, awful wardrobes, and primitive but over-ambitious special effects. This one's got it all.
The basic premise of the movie involves people attempting to flee LA because of rumors of an impending nuclear missile attack. In 1988? Really? Were we really still in the throes of nuclear paranoia as late as 1988? Not that I recall.
What was Anthony Edwards thinking? He was riding high in the wake of "Top Gun," "Revenge of the Nerds," etc. He didn't need the work. Did he really think this script had redeeming value?
In what world was "leading lady" Mare Winningham considered attractive? Particularly while sporting a Hanson brothers haircut. And, who names their daughter "Mare"?
Any other nominees?
