Brightlyme i know i wasted 90 mins of my life.

Holstra Boring, long, and too preachy.

Connianatu How wonderful it is to see this fine actress carry a film and carry it so beautifully.

Robert Joyner The plot isn't so bad, but the pace of storytelling is too slow which makes people bored. Certain moments are so obvious and unnecessary for the main plot. I would've fast-forwarded those moments if it was an online streaming. The ending looks like implying a sequel, not sure if this movie will get one

Coventry I was about 8-9 years old in the late 80s and I remember having a huge crush on Elisabeth Shue… She starred in one of my favorite childhood movies called "Adventures in Babysitting" (a.k.a. "A Night on the Town") and I remember being crazy in love and simultaneously jealous because the babysitters that I had those days nearly weren't as cool as she was. Anyways, back then I didn't know that Miss Shue previously already starred in a horror movie that I wasn't allowed to watch yet. With a bit of crazy imagination, "Adventures in Babysitting" is actually similar to "Link", since in both movies Elisabeth Sue gets into serious trouble whilst babysitting, only in "Link" she's babysitting a rather different type of animal species. "Link" is an entertaining and unpretentious '80s horror creature-feature, well-written by the Aussie genre veteran Everett De Roche ("Long Weekend", "Razorback") and well-directed by the Aussie genre director Richard Franklin ("Patrick", "Psycho II"). After attending just one lecture, the ambitious American zoology student Jane Chase eagerly accepts the rather eccentric Professor Steven Philip's proposal to come and work for him in his spooky old mansion somewhere high up on the cliffs in the middle of Scottish nowhere. Jane gets welcomed by Link, a clever orangutan in a butler's outfit, and Prof. Philip also has two other apes running around: the chimpanzees Imp and Voodoo. Both Link and Voodoo are getting a bit too old and difficult to work with, so Dr. Philip arranges for a sleazy animal trader to come take them away. Soon after he mysteriously vanishes and Jane remains trapped at the estate with the apes. She discovers that Link knew what fate Philip had in store for him and suddenly it's no more Mr. Nice Orangutan… Richard Franklin built his entire career around the fact that he's a massive Alfred Hitchcock fanatic and he once again demonstrates it in this movie as well. Apart from a couple of 'Hitchcockian' plot aspects, Franklin also copies a lot of stylistic and visual trademarks of The Master of Suspense. Jerry Goldsmith's catchy score also reminded me quite a bit to the legendary music used in "Psycho". All the action and suspense takes place during the last half hour, or even less, but Franklin cannot be rushed and patiently takes his time to build up towards a dazzling climax. Of course, the crew member who deserves the most praise remains Ray Berwick, as he was the animal trainer and thus responsible for the impressive stunts that Imp and Link perform.

amesmonde An American student takes a summer job at a doctors cliff seaside house where he keeps apes, however, she finds herself trapped and in danger when one of the apes due for destruction turns bad.A young Elisabeth Shue as Jane Chase effectively carries the film along with the lead chimp Imp (Jed) and antagonist killer ape Link, played by Locke an Orangutan (dyed black). Terence Stamp's screen time is limited, however, he leaves as lasting impression as the cavalier Dr. Steven Phillip.The cliff-side house setting and locations give the film a distinctive atmosphere. Director Richard Franklin delivers plenty of ape action capturing both their intelligence and strength. There's a nice touch with an early intuitive computer which allows further communication between the apes and their human counterparts. This comes into play injecting anxiety into the closing act. The blood is limited and the body count is low. Franklin's focus is on Link as a thriller rather than a horror.Lapses in continuity (possibly due to cut scenes or editing) tarnishes some of Shue's reactions. The soundtrack is fitting but surprisingly Jerry Goldsmiths Gremiln-like score mars the atmosphere, dampening the much needed tension and suspense.What's impressive unintentionally or not is the ambiguity of writers Lee David Zlotoff, Tom Ackermann and Everett De Roche's offering, as it raise some questions around Links history, and the demise of Phillip and Imp's possible role. In addition, the ending has a satisfying subtle eerie visual twist that can be easily missed. Also to Franklin's credit the apes do their own performances, there doesn't appear to be any people in suits and made in 1986 it thankfully predates C.G.I. Overall Link is an effective enough thriller, recommended certainly for the apes and Shue's performance.

callanvass OK. I'm being a bit dramatic obviously, but I hated this film with a passion! It's insipid to the extreme, with any entertainment being completely evaporated as soon as the movie begins, which means it wasn't even there to begin with. I do not find the threat of a sadistic Orangutan frightening what so ever. I don't know whether they were going for a horror film or a horror film with shades of black comedy, but it just didn't work, regardless. The setting is certainly eerie, but they crapped all over it. Orangutan's aren't the only problem here; they try to throw in a bit of Cujo for good measure with a bunch of rabid dogs lurking around the place. To say the pace is leisured is an understatement. There are many pointless scenes of Jane (Shue) wandering around the place, interacting with the Orangutan's that amount to nothing. When it actually does kick into gear, it's too busy being absolutely idiotic. I also had issues as to why Jane stuck around for so long. I would have left at the first hint of trouble. It was just a plot hindrance which bothered me. Elisabeth Shue is cute as a button, but this is quite possibly her worst performance. It's not entirely her fault. She has absolutely nothing to work with, but she is too nonchalant when it comes to things. It got on my nerves very quickly. Though I wouldn't be surprised if she was phoning it in; I wouldn't blame her in the slightest. Terrance Stamp doesn't have a lot of screen time. He added presence and class whenever he was on. Link (The main Orangutan) is written as this clever thing. He came across as obnoxious and one of the most annoying things i've ever seen. The acting gives way for the Orangutan's to be the whole show. Also; 5.7 guys, seriously?! I am really starting to lack faith in humanity…Final Thoughts: This was a real chore to get through. I'm one of the biggest Elisabeth Shue fans around, and when I get annoyed at her, there is something seriously wrong. Die hard Shue, or Die hard Horror fans, I'd suggest avoiding like this plague. It's extremely boring, and has virtually no suspense. If you decide to watch it, you reap what you sow2/10

brerbryan Although this was not academy award material,i thought 'link' was an enjoyable and educational movie. I saw this movie when i was 16 years old,and had no idea that chimpanzees were so strong. After watching the film, i studied a book at the library about them,and was amazed at the things they can do. Most people don't realize just how large they can be. Many chimpanzees in the zoo can weigh 175lbs as adults, which is the same as a human. They are over a foot shorter than we are, but they have denser bone and muscle,which makes them heavier. Interesting animals.