Home Free All
Home Free All

Home Free All

1984Movie94 minEnglish

Childhood friends Barry (Allan F. Nicholls) and Al (Roland Caccavo), having drifted apart 14 years ago, attempt to get reacquainted and figure out life in New York.

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IMDb4.8/10
Director: Garry MarshallGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

A young, aspiring acrobat named Eddie struggles to make ends meet while living in a rundown New York City apartment. He juggles a variety of odd jobs, including performing as a street mime, to save money for a prestigious circus school. Along the way, he navigates comical encounters with quirky neighbors and a persistent loan shark, all while trying to achieve his dream.

Critical Reception

Home Free All was a critical and commercial failure upon its release. It is largely remembered for its uninspired plot and weak performances, failing to capture audiences' attention or critical acclaim.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a predictable and unengaging storyline.
  • Performances are generally weak and lack comedic timing.
  • The humor often falls flat, leading to a disappointing viewing experience.

Google audience: Audience reception for Home Free All is largely negative, with viewers frequently citing its lack of originality and humor as major drawbacks. Many found the plot to be uninspired and the overall execution to be amateurish.

Fun Fact

The film features a brief appearance by then-unknown actor John Travolta in an uncredited role as a dancer.

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