1/3/2024 0 Comments Elizabeth perkins 80sWhen he and Billy first see the ad in the classifieds, Billy says, “Josh, will you quit with your stupid computers?” Because it’s not like that computer trend is going to go anywhere, right?!Īnd once again, we have a little appearance by James Eckhouse, the dad from 90210 (shown above). Josh gets a job as a “computer operator” at MacMillan Toys. Seriously, is this really a movie for kids?! Scroll up, and tell me I couldn’t rewrite the story as a horror show with these screen shots!īut things don’t stay scary for long. Unfortunately, Billy and Josh only have enough money for Josh to stay at this third-rate hotel, where the sound of gunshots can be heard just outside the window. Here’s a shot of the Big Apple at night in the ’80s. Remember this ditty from the movie? I remember Mad magazine spoofing the film (and the tune) with words like “spitting up toothpaste will set you free”.Īssured of Josh’s identity and ready to help feed, clothe and shelter him, Billy steals some of his Dad’s duds, and the two hit New York City! A great mix of comedy and heartbreak.Īfter being chased with a weapon in a scene that can only be compared to Shelley Duvall’s horrific knife wielding in The Shining, Josh approaches his best friend Billy (Jared Rushton), who is understandably frightened.īut after Josh recites the words to “Shimmy Shimmy Cocoa Pop” in perfect rhythm, Billy knows it can only be his best friend. Mercedes Ruehl brilliantly plays the part of a concerned mother who believes her child has been kidnapped. While I’d be rubbing my head trying to figure out why floral wallpaper was combined with edgy pastel tile in the bathroom below, Josh rubs his eyes, in disbelief over his transformation.īut the real terror begins when he tries to explain to his mom what has happened, and she lunges at him with a knife. When he wakes up the next morning, he finds that his wish has been granted. So Josh visits the Zoltar Speaks machine, the animatronic version of a fortune telling station, and makes his big wish. Get ready for a sampling of 1980s design goodness! The Plotĭavid Moscow stars as teenage Josh, who is all set to impress his crush by riding the Super Loops roller coaster at the local carnival…until the ride operator tells him he’s not big enough to board the coaster. There’s loft apartment style, upscale Southwestern flair, dreamy kids’ decor, and even some Deco details. This piece of cinematic magic is without a doubt a “big movie”, from Hanks’ stellar performance to the ’80s-fabulous interiors. Today we delve into the whimsical world of the 1988 film Big, which tells the story of barely-teen Josh Baskin as he makes a wish to be “big”… Enter 30-year-old Tom Hanks as the grown-up Josh.
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