Howard the Duck [Blu-ray]

I purchased this on US edition blu ray just nearly a week ago, since I remembered it from being shown on tv once long ago and I also remembered it being very entertaining. What I didn't know was then that it had been one of the biggest disasters in cinema history, and of course I am talking box office failures. It lost a fortune and made next to nothing. Now, how many great and really entertaining films over the years, many of which get appreciated for what they are only much later on have that happen to them?I saw this just recently, on the very Saturday I am writing this actually and I was totally entertained from beginning to end. I can remember also an interview with George Lucas about this, saying that it simply wasn't what audiences wanted at the time and he chose simply the wrong creature to make a superhero, (the others being the Ninja Turtles, which WAS a hit). He added that he had never made a film he wasn't pleased with. This film represents for me what many movies don't do these days, take chances, go over the top, be entertaining and fun.Having seen it again, and loved it, it's amazing what was considered not box office hit material and the fact that audiences stayed away. A witty talking duck from a parallel universe who crash lands on earth, a single friend he makes in the shape of rock singer Beverly (Lea Thompson), who he helps out at one point early on, some decent chases, a long flying shot, great stunts, amazing visual special effects (what do you expect from the magnificent Industrial Light & Magic?), and Lea Thompson dressed up as a sexy rock singer and who has a few scenes in underwear. She also happens to be pretty, funny, charming and I believe she has just as much fun on this as she did in the film for her that was a hit, Back To The Future. Surely she would rank this up there as one of the films she is proud of, regardless of its financial, and no doubt critical failure.There is also something else going on in this film that I couldn't help but notice. Howard The Duck and how he is treated on earth by everyone else. It doesn't really say a lot about human nature really, (with the exception of Beverly of course and the other who helps out, her scientist friend played by Tim Robbins). Because he is different and no one understands who or what he is, he is treated so badly, but then that is always going to happen with something new or different. That is simply the not so great side of human nature. However, you are rooting for Howard all the way.If anyone out there is looking for some great family entertainment, look no further than this underrated piece, which will give you laughs, adventure, a beautiful girl, a downtrodden superhero from a parallel world (based on a comic character apparently, one I know nothing about), and some great effects and lots of fun. It may have been one of the biggest flops in cinema history, but it survived and is still out there ready for anyone to enjoy. Do yourselves a favour and have some fun with Howard, proof that great things often come in small packages.

In the begining there was..Howard The Duck ! This widely forgotten Marvel film character saw the light of film in 1986 and apart from a brief cameo shot- as one of the exibits of the colllector- in Guardians of the galaxy, vanished into history . Still well worth a vewing. Very funny film - great parady of earth culture (on duck world) - Great efects and who doesnt like watching Lea Thompson - pre Back To The Future !

A very strange film which worked well as a comic strip, but almost fails as a film. Almost. The production team had a hellava job on their hands to make the transition to the big screen, and for the most part, they succeeded. Howard is pugnacious and irritated by just about everything in his life on earth. A real character, but not lovable! Lea Thompson never looked better, and brought humanity to the film by her relationship with a difficult duck.There are a few anomalies in the film (to be expected, I guess), but if you can accept these flaws in today's action-packed features (which the directors hope will distract you from the anomalies), you should find the film enjoyable. One such anomaly (which didn't actually hurt the film) was Lea Thompson being bound under the laser beam near the end (Why? Her presence under the machine had nothing to do in aiding the transportation of the Dark Overlords!). As one reviewer said, "Not as bad as you remember it". And he was right!Phil Tippet's go-motion Dark Overlord is breath-taking -well worth the price of admission. This monster was unchallenged until INDEPENDENCE DAY and EDGE OF TOMORROW for grotesqueness!

Very pleased with purchase. Just what I was looking for. Great quality and sound.Everyone was pleased with their giftArrived in good time well packaged and great conditionWould definitely recommend buying this product and seller

I love a crap movie, and boy is this one. I was hoping the poor critical response was just one of those things, but no. It really is as bad as everyone said. The dialogue is appalling and the now with that dated 80's look it is so dated it hurts. George Lucas must be so ashamed.

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I loved this film as a kid. Now I watch it as an adult. I question my childhood.

Fantastic! Great chance to see a classic (kinda) from my youth. Not going to win any Oscars but still gives laughs in the right places. Kitsch and definitely a product of its time. Watch it, but don't take it seriously the film-makers didn't.