Ready for another 80's flashback? Want to see another 80's flashback movie? Can stand to see one more 80's flashback movie? If yes....then Take Me Home Tonight is as totally passable and amusing as it gets. Gnarly. While I actually do appreciate this movie. It's pretty good. I also feel like it confirms my theory that the 80's are the new 60's. The cultural touchstone of all generations. Generational shift has occurred. The awful dayglow 80's have taken their rightful place as retro-hip before drifting into blase only to be picked up again by punk supposedly un-conformist teenagers in the the mid 2020's. There were many things I liked about this movie. First, the characters blatantly use cocaine. This was a good modern day movie decision. Second, while completely stupid and unnecessary, the huge metal ball was awesome. Watching it smash some cars was quite excellent. Lastly, the soundtrack was picture perfect and a tribute to the decadent 80's. C'mon Elieen. C'mon Elieen.
Ratings
Hairsprayers: See it
Eddie Money: See it (You'll get royalties from yourself.)
Post College Kids: Skip it
Lived in the 80's: Skip it
Didn't live in the 80's: See it
On a rating from Carter to Clinton, I give Take Me Home Tonight 2.5 out of 5 stars.
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