Softwing Most undeservingly overhyped movie of all time??

ReaderKenka Let's be realistic.

Ella-May O'Brien Each character in this movie — down to the smallest one — is an individual rather than a type, prone to spontaneous changes of mood and sometimes amusing outbursts of pettiness or ill humor.

Jemima It's a movie as timely as it is provocative and amazingly, for much of its running time, it is weirdly funny.

Stephen Abell I loved this when it was released and I still love it today. This is an intelligently witty and wacky romp in The Twilight Zone. Every style of comedy is catered for from wordplay to slapstick; satire to sarcasm.The main storyline is that aliens exist and we have been talking to them for awhile. They are willing to save our planet from certain destruction or we can have a big gun! So, of course, our hero's CIA Agent Nick Pirandello, played super-coolly by James Belushi, and everyday-Joe Bob Wilson, played brilliantly by John Ritter, who's a look-a-like for a dead agent, set off across America to make the deal. All the ET's want in return is a glass of water.Along the way, Nick and Bob have to deal with quite a few obstacles, such as the Russians and the CIA Clown Squad. It also turns out to be a spiritual trip for the pair as Nick gets in touch with his feminine side while Bob builds his self-confidence and becomes a stronger person.Even though the Dream Quest Images carried out the special effects the only really good effect is the space pen. Which isn't actually a hindrance as it's the comedy that makes this film. One scene that's stayed with me is the cigarette after sex sketch where Nick and the Russian Agent come out of the back room smoking.Nick says, "I'm really trying to give up smoking... I only smoke after sex" Bob, "That's not too bad." Nick, "Well... I'm down to twenty a day!"Also, the scene where Bob meets Nick's family had me rolling around in bouts of laughter.I would recommend this to lovers of comedy. This is one of my favourite films and I will be watching it a lot more in the future as it always brings a smile to my face and a laugh to my voice.

Scott LeBrun The CIA is hard at work brokering a deal with some alien beings. On the case is charming, sleazy, and unflappable super agent Nick Pirandello (James Belushi, in the kind of role that fits him like a glove). Because another top agent involved was betrayed and gunned down, Nick must find a doppelganger for this man to complete the mission. He finds Bob Wilson (John Ritter), a wimpy, average guy in the insurance business. Bob is understandably very put out when his life is continuously put on the line, and doesn't believe himself cut out for this sort of thing.But in predictable enough fashion, Bob will gain self confidence, and Nick will likewise learn something about being "sensitive".The filmmaking debut for screenwriter Dennis Feldman ("The Golden Child"), this doesn't work all that well. Mostly, its attempts to be offbeat and clever just sort of fall flat, although it is mildly amusing to see top agents in clown garb, in one memorable bit. Some viewers may grow weary of it all, and have thoughts such as "What were they thinking?".The capable comic actors in the leads do their best with basically third rate material. Belushi and Ritter are well cast, and they do have their moments. Ritter once again proves himself adept at physical humour. There are a number of familiar faces in the supporting cast: Barbara Barrie, Mark Herrier, Suzee Slater, James Le Gros, Richard Brestoff, Brian Libby. However, what makes "Real Men" a curiosity for lovers of cult and exploitation cinema is seeing Dyanne "Ilsa" Thorne in a rare mainstream role as Belushis' *father*."Real Men" is likable enough, and on occasion it generates some chuckles, but again, that's because of the performers, not the script.Five out of 10.

metalrox_2000 You had to have been alive in the 1980's to fully understand the tensions that existed between the Soviet Union and the US. Everyone thought that war would break out, and the future looked grim.Many movies dealt with this topic, and so did Real Men, only they poked fun at everything, and satirized cold war feelings.The plot is a little over the top, but interesting. Aliens want a glass of water, and in exchange, we will get something that will save the world, or get a big gun that will totally destroy the world. Why aliens who are peaceful would even posses such a weapon, we'll just ignore that.The film starts off with Agent Pillbox (Ritter) being killed during a dry run of the meeting with the aliens. There's no time to replace him, so the idea is do the next best thing, find his exact double.And with that they find Bob Wilson, a bland, unimportant man with no spine, and no clue. It's up to super agent Nick Pirandello to take Wilson under his wing, and a super agent out of him.Part cop buddy movie, part road trip, Real Men does strain the suspension of disbelief, but still manages to be very entertaining. One of the classic scenes in the film involves Ritter being seduced by a woman who turns out to be Pirandello's post sex change father! Despite the crazy plot, and some sophomoric humor, the film is still entertaining, a time passer, and a nice guilty little pleasure. Give it a view, you won't be disappointed.

JAzar1015 Very funny from beginning to end! I watch this movie over and over and enjoy it more every time. It's great to see the friendship and bonding develop between Belushi and Ritter as the movie progresses. And just when you think they have finally bonded, Ritter will make a run for it. and Belushi will convince him to stay. Some of the best scenes are when Ritter finally realizes his purpose, and the skills he has learned, and puts them to work, and when he finally realizes his mission and takes it seriously.This movie is not only funny but also filled with lots of action.Watch for the scenes with Belushi's "dad" and when Ritter clobbers the milkman.