Eric Stevenson
When I first heard the title "Crocodile Dundee" I thought it was about Steve Irwin. Well, he did get his own movie eventually, I believe. This movie is a really relaxing one. That might not be the biggest compliment. The story's pretty simple, with a woman going to Australia to find the legendary Crocodile Dundee and then him going back with her to New York City. What's so cute is that half of this movie takes place in Australia and the other half in the United States. I just thought this was a very organized and subtle way to handle the story. It helps that the Crocodile Dundee is so likeable. I admit it could have been funnier and it does get clichéd at the end. Still, it's a very pleasant little film. I'm surprised it only has a 6.5 here. RottenTomatoes is much more accurate with its 87% rating. ***
areatw
'Crocodile Dundee' is perhaps one of the most iconic films of the 80s, a unique comedy like nothing that had come before it. It's a great piece of light entertainment that gets the balance of adventure and comedy spot on. Paul Hogan had the ability to make or break this film as the title character, but thankfully he thrives in the role and is responsible for almost all of the gags and funny scenes in the movie.The film plays to its strengths, taking advantage of some common stereotypes for some very funny jokes. It has charm and charisma in abundance and is a real crowd-pleaser. It's also unlikely to ever grow old due to its uniqueness and quirky humour. 'Crocodile Dundee' is a great 80s film and one of the most iconic comedies of its time.
johnnysixguns
This is one of those rare movies for me that I've never gotten over or ever gotten sick of. I love the fish out of water plot line when Sue goes to Australia. Mick almost seems to be the bumbling character that stumbles upon being great at things like checking Wallys watch then looking at the sun to tell the time (priceless). Reminds me of inspector gadget kinda. But there's other times where he shows his true skill and sort of downplays it. The point is he was raised by outback tribes people and may actually have a sixth sense or aboriginal powers!?? I don't know!Then Sue asks for him to go to New York City with her. So if you like the fish out of water type story...what happens in this is a double whammy! First Sue is the fish and Mick's in his element (survival, nature, buffalo hypnosis!). Then they switch to where Mick sees a city for the first time ever. Overloaded with people, too much going on, and Sue ends up looking out for him. Then you have the love. It actually is a love story. Pacing is great there's an obstacle or two to overcome. And if you take the fact that they are falling in love on screen and off screen. it's really great to watch. If you haven't seen it in years and all it is to you now is a cliché or just big knife quotes you should really check it out again. I know its not on any top lists anywhere but I can't help but love it! Not even in a guilty pleasure way but in an actual good fun entertaining way.The writing I give 10 stars The acting I give 10 stars The love I give 10 stars The soundtrack 10 stars...11 if I could! love that theme song.
slightlymad22
I loved this movie back in the 1980's and having not seen it in over twenty five years, when I realised SkyMovies were showing this, and Crocodile Dundee 2 back to back, I decided to revisit my youth and watch them. Sadly this first movie did not live up to the fond memories in my mind. I'd have rated this as an 8, if I was reviewing it without rewatching it, however now it is not the case.Plot In A Paragraph: Sue Charlton, a New York reporter (Linda Kozlowski) is working on assignment in Australia, when she heads to the outback to interview the living legend Mike Dundee (Paul Hogan). When she finally locates him, she is so taken with him that she brings him back with her to New York. In New York, Mike Dundee is amazed by the wonders of the city and the interesting people there.Paul Hogans performance is full of charm and I still find him an engaging lead as Mick "Crocodile" Dundee, but overall the movie was a letdown from what I remembered. Linda Kozlowski was the high point of the movie for this reviewer. She is gorgeous, talented, had great chemistry with Hogan (who she would later marry) and boy what an ass!! The scene where she is in the thong bikini is what has lingered in my memory, even though I didn't remember it from all those years ago. Reginald VelJohnson is a lot of fun as Gus the Limo driver. Mark Blum is simply perfectly slimy as Richard Mason, Sue's fiancée. I'll still watch the second movie now (I'm writing this during the ad break) but I remember it not being up to the standard of this one. I'll still vote it a generous 7/10. It would have been a 6/10 but I'm awarding a bonus point for Kozlowski's ass in THAT thong bikini.
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