Ratboy

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Ratboy

Eugune, the Rat-Boy, is exploited by Sandra Locke, the first woman he ever sees, and her stupid brothers. He plays along because he is in love with Nikki (Locke), (as many Eastwood movie fans were in the 80s). This movie is a shining example of what the genius of Sandra Locke can accomplish when she takes the best from ET and the Elephant man and focuses on a heretofore unfairly represented species in film history (Ben, Willard, Indiana Jones). Tears, laughter and a deep sense of the struggle of the human condition as we are forced to examine the Rat Boy in each of us as this film progresses. In addition, this movie makes a not so subtle attack on the media and materialistic-centric pop culture that was common in many movies of the 80s. Ms. Locke has come a long way since Eastwood rode her coat-tails to success in Bronco Billy. Long Live the Rat.

Viewing this website, a majority of user ratings are substantially high. To see if this was correct for all movies I thought I would try and test my theory on other movies I deemed awful. However, these movies still were getting scores of 6 or 7. Then, what I believe to be the worst movie I have ever seen, Ratboy, entered my mind. Finally, a movie with deserved ranking, although a little generous if you ask me. This movie deserves a 1 or a zero, if I could give it that. No one should care for any of the characters, especially the hideous Ratboy himself. Unless you are in a coma, I strongly advise against seeing this movie

"Ratboy" is a rather strange movie : one might think it's another of those "I-am-not-an-animal-I-am-a-human-being-" kind of film, but it's actually quite good. Even sensitive at times, without all the esthetic hysteria (see Lynch's "Elephant Man") that's so unnecessary to that kind of film. PS : The Ratboy character is touching too - not just ugly

Look ..it may have been like 10 to 15 yrs since I last seen this movie..but as a kid the movie left a deep impact..maybe having a sibling that is mentally handicapped may have something to do with this review ..but as i recall..it wasn't bad at all..lord knows i will probably never see this film again..but as a drama ..(and as one that doesn't like dramas too much)I can honestly say that this is a real good flick..it will leave u with emotions..real emotions).unlike movies today....this movie does its best to leave u with long lasting memories..whether good or bad ones..i recommend it!!! and i for one miss it dearly..I really ope for it to come out on DVD..maybe then people will be people get to see and judge for themselves..that this is in fact a keeper

This movie is too under rated! I saw this movie when with my family when I was about 3 or 4, and the only part that I remembered was Ratboy running down the hill at the end. We occasionally brought up the subject of this movie and talked about it. A few months ago I discovered EBAY and bought a couple of movies and about a month ago I found it... and bought it! I recieved the movie had it for about 3 days and couldn't stop watching it! This movie is really fantastic! If you want to see a good family movie I suggest Ratboy!

Ratboy is, quite simply, one of the finest motion pictures ever made. It certainly earns its status amongst cinema's greatest achievements. Like It's a Wonderful Life and Freaks, Ratboy was a critical and commercial failure during its time, but will no doubt one day receive the accolade and recognition it so richly deserves. Sandra Locke's portrayal of Ratboy's friend/mentor is nothing short of galvanizing. Cinematography, direction, writing, and sound are second to none. And the whole atmosphere of the film (along with one of the most empathetic, intriguing, and likable protagonists ever), is nothing short of remarkable. Ratboy is a film that must be seen!

If you didn't get a sudden urge to kill Ratboy or any of the other characters in this movie, you were the lucky one who fell asleep! The amount of cameo appearances by some well-known actors was astonishing. Did they NOT receive the script before hand? Do they have no conscience? I do believe the writers had good intentions to make this movie heart-warming. I'm sure the director (Sondra Locke) had a pure dream to turn this story into a storybook fantasy about a loving and sensitive boy who just happened to be a rat (?!). Let me tell you, there are only two good things this movie has to offer; Robert Townsend and Ratboy's cool makeup job. Well, actually the makeup job sucked as well! I give it a resounding thumbs down!!