Lovesusti
The Worst Film Ever
Nonureva
Really Surprised!
Zlatica
One of the worst ways to make a cult movie is to set out to make a cult movie.
Cristal
The movie really just wants to entertain people.
Matt Greene
As corny and ridiculous as all get out...but still, there's an undeniable, good-natured charm to everything thanks to the fluffiness of the tone and a lovely performance by Lohan. And the nanny is the absolute best.
invisibleunicornninja
This movie is cheesy and dumb. There are lots of plot holes and bad acting. Overall this movie is entertaining. I wouldn't recommend it, but if you have to watch it then go ahead..
inforaza
The Parent Trap is a must watch for all – kids and elders. This well-made comedy will tickle your senses and leave you smiling and laughing. It is an out-and-out family entertainment! In fact, this film is a rare remake which is as enjoyable as the original one (a 1961 film with the same name).The amazing thing is that this film was the directorial debut for writer Nancy Meyers. In fact, most of her films (What Women Want, The Intern, The Holiday) have attracted critical appreciations.Why should movies be only about sci-fi, action and adventure? Why can't they also be about comedy or drama that touches your soul or tickles your senses? MERITS of The Parent Trap 1 – The film is well-scripted with some great acting (by the late Natasha Richardson & Dennis Quaid)and lovely funny dialogues.For example, I loved the sarcastic description of Meredith Blake (the unwanted fiancée of the twins' father) as "Oh that lady with long legs, tight skirts and bare back!" You will love it when you watch it in the film. Or how about Meredith being called "Cruella De Ville" by one of the twins (how thoughtful of the dialogue writer to think of such a creative description)? Absolutely hilarious!2 – The funny scenes, instead of being the in-your-face kind (like in Jim Carrey movies), are very creative and lovable.3 – The centre of attraction of the film is a pair of sister twins of school-going age who thought of a clever plan to bring their estranged parents together. Since very few films are made with kids as the main characters, this indeed is a welcome relief.4 – Never knew that the gorgeous Lindsay Lohan was a child artist (in 1998) who played the role of twins to perfection. She is very cute and lovable and, more importantly, has endearing acting skills. She is a must watch for all kids.You will love to hear her switching between two accents, American and English. Couldn't believe how a child artist could do that! Of course, what happened to her career and life later on is a sad story.5 – The supporting characters are equally good to watch. For example, I just burst into laughter when the butler for Natasha Richardson suddenly started crying in one scene muttering about how happy he feels. That cry will make anyone ROFL! 6 – The very smart special effect of seeing a realistic-looking ear-piercing of one of the twins by her sister.7 – This film is worth seeing several times within a span of 12 months.DEMERITS of The Parent Trap 1 – It'd have been better had the character of Meredith Blake (Elaine Hendrix) been given more reel time as an anti-thesis to the twins causing them much headache and the twins would have gone about "playing" with her in the funniest of ways and giving Meredith few headaches.
Rob Smith
Firstly I can't believe how low the rating is for this film. It is one of my favourite ever films from the acting to the script. I don't normally shed a tear over even the most emotional films but this certainly brought a tear to my eye on more than one occasion, as well as making me laugh. This is surely one of Natasha Richardson's finest hours, with superb performances from Dennis Quaid and Simon Kunz as the brilliant butler. You also have to think that Lindsay Lohan was an arguably better actress as a teenager than an adult, performing two parts just as brilliantly as each other. Great entertainment for all the family.
