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When a New York reporter plucks crocodile hunter Mick Dundee from the Australian Outback for a visit to the Big Apple, it's a clash of cultures and a recipe for good-natured comedy as naïve Dundee negotiates the concrete jungle. He proves that his instincts are quite useful in the city and adeptly handles everything from wily muggers to high-society snoots without breaking a sweat.
An intrepid Australian crocodile poacher named Mick 'Crocodile' Dundee is brought to New York City by a tenacious journalist, Sue Charlton, who had previously written about his supposed death. Initially out of his element in the urban jungle, Mick's unique bush skills and unpretentious charm begin to win over the city's inhabitants and surprisingly, Sue herself. The film follows Mick's hilarious and often dangerous adjustments to city life while navigating cultural differences and burgeoning romance.
Crocodile Dundee was a massive critical and commercial success, praised for its humor, charm, and the endearing performance of Paul Hogan. It became a cultural phenomenon, resonating with audiences worldwide for its fish-out-of-water comedy and its celebration of Australian identity.
Paul Hogan's charisma as Crocodile Dundee is the film's biggest draw, making the outback adventurer endearing in both his natural habitat and the concrete jungle.
The film successfully blends adventure, comedy, and a touch of romance, offering a lighthearted and enjoyable viewing experience.
While some critics found the plot predictable, the film's humor and nostalgic appeal largely overshadowed its narrative weaknesses.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's humor, Paul Hogan's iconic performance, and its feel-good nature, making it a beloved classic for many.
Nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy. Paul Hogan was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy.
Paul Hogan, who wrote and starred in the film, was a construction worker and crane operator before becoming an actor. He initially developed the character for a series of television commercials.
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Time hasn’t been especially kind to this, but it is still a groundbreaking piece of light-heartedness that almost single-handedly kickstarted a renaissance in Australian cinema. Riddled with stereotypes, it tells the tale of an American jou...
Loose plot but Paul Hogan shines as Dundee and it's just an all around feel-good film that one can't help but put a smile on your face. Seen this a few times over the years but still holds up. **3.75/5**
He went walkabout. New York reporter Sue Charlton hears of a guy in the outback of Australia who survived an attack by a crocodile. For research she meets up with "Crocodile Mick Dundee" and spends time with him out in dangerous Bush C...