How to Pick Up Girls!
How to Pick Up Girls!

How to Pick Up Girls!

1978Movie94 minEnglish

The amusing adventures of an unsophisticated small-town lad who arrives in New York, moves in with his swinging buddy, and surprisingly becomes an authority on the ways and wiles of women as he enters the world of big-time girl-chasing.

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IMDb4.8/10
Director: Garry MarshallGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A young, inexperienced man named Tony believes he needs to learn the art of picking up women to impress a girl he likes. He seeks advice from various sources, including a self-help book and his friends, leading to a series of comical and often disastrous attempts at courtship. Through his misadventures, he learns valuable lessons about relationships and self-confidence.

Critical Reception

Critically, 'How to Pick Up Girls!' was largely panned upon its release, with reviewers often citing its uninspired plot, predictable humor, and shallow portrayal of relationships. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with the film failing to make a significant impact at the box office.

What Reviewers Say

  • Often criticized for its formulaic comedy and lack of originality.
  • The film's attempts at humor are frequently seen as juvenile and dated.
  • Performances were generally considered unremarkable, failing to elevate the weak material.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the film's limited release and reception, but general sentiment points to a forgettable comedy with little to offer modern viewers.

Fun Fact

Garry Marshall, known for his successful television work like 'Happy Days' and 'Mork & Mindy', also directed this early, lesser-known film as a directorial effort.

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