Next time you want to win an argument about the worst films, if nobody already has, try dropping "Mac and Me" into the argument and see what happens. Regarded as one of the worst films of not just the 1980's, but modern cinema, this film is part rip-off of other successful films, and part advertisement for the American fast-food industry. Having watched this film in the 1980's, I subjected myself to another viewing 30+ years later - why oh why did I did that?? Would I recommend this film? Well, if you are competing with friends to find a bad film then yes. If you want to watch a film which is supposed to be serious but might just having you in ironical stitches of laughter because it is so bad, then yes. If you want to watch this as a serious film and think that it is a good alternative to "E. T." then keep moving. If you want to suspend your disbelief without getting angry and wanting to throw something at the TV, then this isn't a good idea. This film doesn't have many redeeming features and there is a reason that various film forums rank this in the top 10 worst films not just of the 1980's, but of all time. I didn't enjoy watching this in the 1980's when I was a child - I haven't enjoyed re-watching it 30+ years later. If I live out the rest of my life and don't watch this film again, it's been a good life - sorry, that's harsh, but I really didn't/don't like this.
Review of Mac and Me
