Man of the House
Man of the House

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Man of the House

1995
Movie
96 min
English

Ben Archer is not happy. His mother, Sandy, has just met a man, and it looks like things are pretty serious. Driven by a fear of abandonment, Ben tries anything and everything to ruin the "love bubble" which surrounds his mom. However, after Ben and Jack's experiences in the Indian Guides, the two become much closer.

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IMDb5.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes13%
Google Users56%
Director: James D. ParriottGenres: Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

A divorced dad trying to win back his ex-wife gets accidentally embroiled in a witness protection program. He must pose as a suburban housewife to protect a key witness, leading to comedic chaos as he navigates domesticity and tries to maintain his disguise.

Critical Reception

Man of the House was largely met with negative reviews from critics, who found its premise contrived and its humor predictable. Audiences generally had a lukewarm reception, with its family-friendly approach failing to significantly impress.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film relies heavily on its premise of a man in drag for laughs, which often falls flat.

  • Chevy Chase's performance is criticized for being uninspired, and the supporting cast does little to elevate the material.

  • The plot is seen as predictable and lacking genuine warmth or originality.

Google audience: Google users were divided, with some finding the fish-out-of-water comedy amusing for a family audience. However, many expressed disappointment with the weak script and predictable jokes, finding it a forgettable entry in Chevy Chase's filmography.

Fun Fact

The film's premise was somewhat inspired by the 1959 film 'Some Like It Hot', although with a significantly different tone and target audience.

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r96sk

r96sk

I think it's a very sweet film. Another Disney film from the 1990s that I and other reviewers evidently disagree on; an average rating of 2.2 on Letterboxd is very harsh, in my opinion. I found it charming and suitably acted. I assume...

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