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It depends on plot gimmicks like the convenient arrival of enemies and the equally convenient arrival of friends to the rescue. It doesn't dare enough. Jan 1, 2000 | Rating: 2.5/4 | Full Review…
It depends on plot gimmicks like the convenient arrival of enemies and the equally convenient arrival of friends to the rescue. It doesn't dare enough.
Roger Ebert
I loved this movie as a kid. Haven't seen it since. Jul 25, 2005 | Rating: 4/5
I loved this movie as a kid. Haven't seen it since.
Alex Sandell
A highly memorable, very touching fantasy Mar 11, 2005 | Rating: 3/5
A highly memorable, very touching fantasy
Clint Morris
Engrossing Dec 20, 2004 | Rating: 1/5
Engrossing
Staci Layne Wilson
A hard pill to swallow despite the gallant efforts of Dennis Quaid and Louis Gosset Jr. Aug 21, 2004 | Rating: 2/5
A hard pill to swallow despite the gallant efforts of Dennis Quaid and Louis Gosset Jr.
Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat
Underappreciated gem with magnificent performances. Nov 24, 2002 | Rating: 4/5
Underappreciated gem with magnificent performances.
Nell Minow
Perfectly enjoyable sci-fi re-take on "Hell in the Pacific." Jul 26, 2002 | Rating: 4/5
Perfectly enjoyable sci-fi re-take on "Hell in the Pacific."
Scott Weinberg
a fine idea stretched too far and then crushed beneath a third act that feels wantonly out of place Mar 27, 2001 | Rating: 2.5/4
a fine idea stretched too far and then crushed beneath a third act that feels wantonly out of place
James Kendrick
The effects of this childhood favorite of mine may not have aged well, considering it is two years "younger" than the still excellent Return of the Jedi, but the story still works. In this sci-fi adventure a man and an enemy fighter alien crash on the same planet and have to work together to survive. The growing friendship may be a tad too mushy at times and of course we know they'll overcome their differences, but that's told in such a charming, humorous and fun way that it's hard not to like this film. Gossett Jr. manages to bring a lot of emotions through his (excellent) alien make-up and Quaid always makes for a great leading man. The plot even takes a rather unexpected turn in the third half and makes you honestly question if all this ends well after all. A lovable, even if naive, space adventure. Maybe a guilty pleasure today, but still a fun film.
Super Reviewer
A vey good and touching film which has obvious under currents of racism and hatred. Both actors are very good as they try to adapt and get on with each other, the look is good but alittle obvious as sets, not great but good and you do feel for the Draconians as the films nears its climax. Its a nice idea that works well and does highlight how cruel and meaningless racism is, quite emotional and touching as the finale builds tension which gets you rooting for the hero.
It's either one of the worst movies ever made or a B-Movie classic, that's really the only way I can see it. The dialogue and forced racism element is utterly hilarious. Then there's just this really bizarre alien birthing/aging process that I will never truly understand. While it's extremely enjoyable and fun, I don't think any of it was intentional.
"Enemy Mine" was one of the good movies of the 80's. It's about an alien called a Drac (Louis Gossett, Jr.) and a human (Robert Quaid), who's species are brutal enemies. But they must learn to cooperate with each other to survive on the barren planet that they both crashed on. "Enemy Mine" is a good movie in just about every way. The special effects, landscapes, and aliens are great. Quaid and Gossett Jr. also do a good job of acting. The movie drastically changes when one of them has a baby. If you like sci-fi movies, "Enemy Mine" would be a good movie to get. My only complaint is that it didn't have much action in it like many other classic sci-fi movies, but it's still a good movie. NOTE: That was my Amazon review from the year 2000. Not sure I liked this movie as much as most people did at the time, but it's certainly not bad either.
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