


Where the Boys Are
Four college co-eds travel to Fort Lauderdale for their Easter week of Spring Break, and become involved in a series of adventures and misadventures
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Plot Summary
This remake follows four college co-eds on spring break in Boca Raton, Florida, each seeking romance and adventure. Toni, seeking her father, becomes entangled with a wealthy businessman, while her friends navigate their own romantic pursuits, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings and sexual encounters.
Critical Reception
The 1984 remake of 'Where the Boys Are' was met with overwhelmingly negative reviews, failing to capture the spirit of the original and criticized for its shallow plot, uninspired direction, and lack of comedic timing. Audiences also largely rejected the film, finding it a pale imitation of its predecessor.
What Reviewers Say
- Critically panned for its nonsensical plot and poor execution.
- Lacked the charm and appeal of the original film.
- Widely considered a misguided and unnecessary remake.
Google audience: Audience reception was largely negative, with many viewers finding the film to be a disappointing and poorly made remake that failed to resonate.
Fun Fact
Director John Derek famously cast his then-wife, Bo Derek, in a role, though she was not part of the main cast in the released film.
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