Dutch (1991)

Ed O’Neill of MARRIED WITH CHILDREN stars as Dutch Dooley, a working-class good guy who’s the new boyfriend of a wealthy big shot’s ex-wife. But when the woman’s spoiled son (Ethan Randall of CAN’T HARDLY WAIT and SWEET HOME ALABAMA in one of his first film roles) refuses to come home from his Southern prep school for Thanksgiving, Dutch volunteers to pick the bratty boy up for a road trip back to Chicago that quickly goes hilariously wrong. From fireworks fiascos to hitchhiking with hookers, can a man who’s really just a grown-up kid find a way to bring out the child in a little jerk? Christopher McDonald (HAPPY GILMORE), E.G. Daily (VALLEY GIRL) and JoBeth Williams (THE BIG CHILL) co-star in this comedy hit written and produced by John Hughes (HOME ALONE, NATIONAL LAMPOON'S CHRISTMAS VACATION) and directed by Peter Faiman (CROCODILE DUNDEE) about two strangers about to become best friends…with the scars to prove it!

Only below The Godfather.

When it comes to comedies, John Hughes and Ed O'Neil created a formidable one here. This is they type of movie I find myself watching over and over again and enjoying it more each time I watch it.

If you are looking for a 3-hour drama, look elsewhere. This film is cut from the same mold of great films such as Uncle Buck, Home Alone & Planes, Traines & Automobiles. It's no coincidence that John Hughes is at the helm of all of them.

Ed O'Neil was perfect for the role, and if you've seen him in any comedies, you know what to expect. He's great. June 5, 2008

A surprisingly entertaining buddy flick

They say you can't judge a book by it's cover. I'm sure someone has said the same about DVDs. We all know that's a bunch of baloney. This film wasn't Oscar material, but it is one of the most quotable movies around. Ed O'Neill is absolutely hilarious, and the trash talk that comes out of his mouth is sublime. The kid (I'm too lazy to look up the actor's name) is so repellant that you'll squirm with delight as Dutch knocks him down to size. The funny thing about this movie is that not that many people will admit to having seen it, but if you have one of those people in your car, and you get lucky enough to have them ask you to pull over, you can always crack them up by saying, "I don't know. This is a two lane highway, and that's a soft shoulder."

Hmm, come to think of it, my brother is the only person who laughs when I say that.

Anyway, it's good. March 7, 2008

A Little Known Classic

I love this movie. It is funny, sweet, and touching without being sappy. Definitely worth buying! March 6, 2008

Great Hoiday Movie

This movie shows how a rich boy is showed the real meaning of family life. We all enjoyed this movie. Would recommend. February 9, 2008

Be patient!

This is a good movie that takes awhile to develop. If you don't sit through the obnoxious son showing how bad he is, then you will miss his transition to a pretty good kid. Dutch is what he is a blue collar guy that although hard nosed, has a heart of gold. This is one of those roadtrips that shows the seemy side of life and the school of hard knocks. Good family entertainment. I recommend for rental first. It may not suit all tastes. May 2, 2007

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