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Boys Will Be Boys
Two young brothers talk their strict father Lloyd Clauswell into allowing them to babysit themselves for the first time while their parents attend a corporate barbecue...
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Plot Summary
When his parents go on a trip, a teenager is left in charge of his younger siblings. He struggles to maintain order, leading to a series of chaotic and humorous events as he tries to be a responsible older brother while also dealing with his own teenage life.
Critical Reception
Boys Will Be Boys was generally met with a lukewarm reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and formulaic humor. Audiences, particularly families with younger children, tended to find it more enjoyable for its lighthearted entertainment and wholesome themes. The film did not achieve significant box office success and is largely remembered as a typical late-90s family comedy.
What Reviewers Say
The film relies heavily on slapstick and predictable comedic situations.
Character development is minimal, with performances fitting standard family comedy archetypes.
Despite its flaws, it offers harmless, lighthearted entertainment for its target demographic.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Boys Will Be Boys are scarce, but general sentiment from similar family comedies of the era suggests that while not critically acclaimed, it served its purpose as a simple, family-friendly diversion.
Fun Fact
John Ritter, known for his comedic timing, starred in this film shortly after his successful run on the sitcom 'Three's Company' and during his role in '8 Simple Rules for Dating My Teenage Daughter'.
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