- Directors: John Hughes
- Region: All Regions
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (42 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B005V2JROC
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An idle, good natured bachelor is left in charge of his nephew and nieces during a family crisis. Unaccustomed to family life, Buck soon charms his younger relatives, but his style doesn't impress everyone, including his girlfriend.
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
By Derek Lloyd
Format:DVD
Actually, I found this movie to be an excellent family show, with a great cast and although not necessarily original, an entertaining story line.
The trials and tribulations of raising a couple of young children are well portrayed. McCauley Calkin and Abby Hoffman both display youthful exuberance, and are also well served for future roles - you definitely get a sense of the idea behind the "Home Alone" series when Amy Maggadan is "interviewed" through the mail slot by a fast emerging young star. The older sister, Jean Louisa Kelly, is not only great at depicting the 15 year old Tia, and while not essential to the role, her dreamy and sometimes sad eyes are simply to die for.
John Candy is at his best. In fact, if we were to remember him for any of his long list of outstanding work, the wave and smile at the close of the film, immediately before the roll up of the credits is about the most fitting farewell to one of Canada's best ever film and stage performers. While Uncle Buck is not his final work, that look of "Ain't this Great, eh!" makes him look peaceful and at ease with life. I will always remember him this way.
In all the movie is just a pleasure to watch, and I would give it 4 and 1/2 stars.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
A sensitive, often touching film that was made for John Candy's talents.
9 May 2007
By Jay
Format:DVD
Candy's best performance ever. As hard as it is to pick a favorite role that John Candy ever portrayed, I'd have to say it was Uncle Buck. Although this wasn't the only title he and Culkin ever shared, it was the only film the two ever shared any time on screen together.
Basic plot: Candy's sister-in-law's father has just had a heart attack in the middle of the night and the two parents rush trying to find someone to watch the kids for them while they hop the next flight to go see her father. In a desperate last resort, they call the husband's brother. Buck. Of course, the concerned uncle comes to the rescue and takes the task with no complaint. However, the oldest of the children doesn't care for her bumbling uncle, and the discipline and protection he places upon her, while her parents are away.
Just watch the scene where Candy tries to use the kiddies toilet...absolutely hilarious.
A great heart-warming comedy that will make you laugh and possibly even cry at times. A classic, and certainly a triumph that wouldn't have happened without John Candy. Hollywood truly lost a great actor.
Basic plot: Candy's sister-in-law's father has just had a heart attack in the middle of the night and the two parents rush trying to find someone to watch the kids for them while they hop the next flight to go see her father. In a desperate last resort, they call the husband's brother. Buck. Of course, the concerned uncle comes to the rescue and takes the task with no complaint. However, the oldest of the children doesn't care for her bumbling uncle, and the discipline and protection he places upon her, while her parents are away.
Just watch the scene where Candy tries to use the kiddies toilet...absolutely hilarious.
A great heart-warming comedy that will make you laugh and possibly even cry at times. A classic, and certainly a triumph that wouldn't have happened without John Candy. Hollywood truly lost a great actor.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
By Mr. C. Gore
Format:DVD
A truely great comedy film of all time! Can it get any better with John Candy as the hugely entertaining bachelor babysitter, Uncle Buck?!
From the witty one-liners by Candy to unforgettable moments: from the car backfiring to Uncle Buck's visit to the school, this film will have you in stitches from start to finish!!!
A fantastic film to see when you need cheering up or when you want a bit of comedy!
Highly recommended!!!!
From the witty one-liners by Candy to unforgettable moments: from the car backfiring to Uncle Buck's visit to the school, this film will have you in stitches from start to finish!!!
A fantastic film to see when you need cheering up or when you want a bit of comedy!
Highly recommended!!!!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Such a great film
Great family film the whole theme works so well, with just a hint of morals. John Candy at his best. Sadly missed.
Published 18 days ago by Sandra Preece
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love It :)
I've always loved this movie. It's nice to be able to watch it whenver you want. Pity John Candy died so early though.
Published 1 month ago by wood pigeon
1.0 out of 5 stars
defective DVD
this DVD was defective doubt if it was original and as such was a very disappointing defecetive replica which made watching it impossible
Published 1 month ago by squids
5.0 out of 5 stars
Top quality
Top quality DVD... This DVD never ever fails to entertain, Great Story line equally great cast. can't recomend it highly enough
Published 2 months ago by Johnny Black
5.0 out of 5 stars
John Candy - one of the best.
What a funny guy & to me 'Uncle Buck' is one of his best movies. The Macaulay Culkin interrogation scene is one of many great & memorable scenes that will have you laughing. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Hookdiver
5.0 out of 5 stars
best film ever!
i bought myself this film as it is one of my all time favourites . it came when it said it would and was watched almost straight away! thanks
Published 2 months ago by Ms. Helen E. Rice
5.0 out of 5 stars
Laugh out loud
, Had not watched for ages excellent love john candy great movie great fun gota watch over n over again
Published 3 months ago by Andrier Dixon
3.0 out of 5 stars
Innocent fun
Not great cinematography, not a wonderful script, but it's John Candy and it's safe to watch with granny and the kids.
Published 4 months ago by D. Cocup
5.0 out of 5 stars
Outstanding!
If you have read my other reviews you will know i am a fan so this one will come as no surprise. If you haven't seen it buy it KNOW! Absolutely hilarious and probably his best. Read more
Published 4 months ago by ANGIE P
3.0 out of 5 stars
STEVIES STUFF
John candy is just fantastic as the pain in the butt uncle who saves the day!!! John candy still so sadly missed but I think the film has aged through out the years,
Published 4 months ago by STEVIE
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