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War with Grandpa
PG (SINGAPORE)
2020
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War with Grandpa
Positive Reviews
29
Negative reviews
56
Average Rating
2.2
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1.3
My own son, whos almost 11 and squarely within the target audience, found the character annoying and declared this one of the worst movies hes ever se ..
Rogerebert
3.0
The War With Grandpa may be over, but Hollywoods war on taste slogs tirelessly on.
Indie Wire
4.5
But thats about all youre going to see of the 77 year old De Niros charismatic volcanic side in The War with Grandpa.
Variety
2.0
Its slickly made by longtime family film director Tim Hill and theres a decent enough budget to give it a sheen so often missing from its streaming eq ..
The Guardian
4.5
Its the kind of film that seems to vanish from the mind even as youre watching it.
Vulture
4.5
The War With Grandpa is relentlessly anodyne, from the cartoony lettering of the opening credits on. Even its bad taste jokes, culminating in some awk ..
The New York Times
1.5
That dissipates quickly, though, as the two cinematic greats cant overcome the fusillade of Big Comedy.
3.0
But make no mistake, even with a full blown war, theres no love lost between the two.
3.0
mildly amusing family comedy...hardly a classic of its type, but its fair to say it could be a lot worse.
One Guys Opinion
2.5
Any chance to catch this crew on the screen is worth treasuring, even in a middling comedy thats been shelved several times since it was filmed three ..
Rogers Movie Nation
1.3
That doesnt explain De Niros participation but he has been doing this kind of shlock for years now so he probably doesnt need an excuse.
ReelViews
2.0
Doesnt come through as an enjoyable farce, and its a lousy babysitter for young audiences, celebrating selfish behavior instead of trying to understan ..
Blu Ray
2.5
Okay, to be fair, the movie doesnt exactly start this innocently.
Mark Reviews Movies
2.5
Such a waste of a talented cast to bring to life this by the numbers family comedy.
You Tube
3.0
The result is that no matter how perfunctory the subplots, improbable the action sequences and corny the humour, the feel good wins through.
Radio Times
2.5
The pranks and related hijinks arent as inspired as one might be expecting. (Full Content Review for Parents Violence, Profanity, Obscured Nudity, etc ..
Screen It
2.0
But while there are some nice touches here and there, and a few deranged throwaway gags, the script simply isnt clever enough to survive the painful e ..
Shadows On The Wall
1.5
Golf mishaps, drone follies, shaving cream antics, loose snake hijinks, denture fiascoes, fishing misadventures, marble calamities and cookie misfortu ..
Decider
1.5
Seems like the sort of brightly lit disposable family comedy that fills the Disney Channel schedule, only with an insanely overqualified cast.
The Wrap
2.5
This film dips its toes into that idea, but mostly goes gung ho for recycled old folks jokes and tame pranks.
New York Post
1.3
It plays out almost as if it were two different movies shoved together, which makes it difficult to discern whom this try to please everyone comedy is ..
Star Tribune
3.0
You can find this frivolous, if forgettable family comedy filled with childish, slapstick pranks at Redbox now...
Susang Ranger
2.0
Eventually, Ed goes all in, removing all the screws from Peters furniture for one.
Boston Herald
3.0
The War With Grandpa is a fairly by the numbers, all ages comedy that offers a few moments of genuine hilarity amidst baffling dramatic scenes.
Bullz-Eye
4.5
Hes got a surprising knack for comedy and with the right material hes proven to be very funny.
Lyles Movie Files
0.5
The War with Grandpa, the newest De Niro movie, is more forgettable fluff than outright offensive.
Pajiba
1.5
Edgy its not, but everyone seems to be having a pretty good time, perhaps especially the senior class.
Cnn
1.9
They both agree to a few rules of engagement, and theres a warning about how war ends up hurting a lot of people.
Aisle Seat
2.0
A fun, family comedy, with some great turns from a stellar cast. Its nothing spectacular, and some of the comedy drags a little, but this performances ..
Hey U Guys
2.0
Beyond the fact that many of these gags are gross and predictable, theres a meanness to the film thats at war with the feel good tone.
The Play List
1.5
It doesnt matter how often they claim to clean the theater and we all know how clean theaters often are the news out of Washington is a stark reminder ..
Maki At The Movies
3.5
Similar in tone to MEET THE PARENTS, but the film doesnt go all the way with it. The best bit is when a grandpa prank goes awry, it affects his daught ..
You Tube
1.5
The War With Grandpa may have some fun moments but its antics could not rise to the occasion to save the overall film.
You Tube
4.5
It accomplishes the mission of entertaining kids without making adults suffer.
You Tube
3.0
These days, Im just happy if De Niro escapes with a shred of dignity intact and hope that hes donating his fees to a worthy charity.
Stuff
1.5
Peter comes off as an entitled little snot, and Ed doesnt fare much better.
Film Racket
2.0
Its almost worth enduring for the sight of Walken in full Santa regalia trying to put the little girl oh his knee at ease. Whatever you are imagining, ..
Killer Movie Reviews
2.0
At least hes not as addled as Cheech Marin as Eds other bestie, Danny.
Patriot Ledger
1.0
One suspects that everyone involved in this humourless husk of family entertainment might have preferred the film itself be quietly banished to the at ..
Scmp
1.5
Much like Trump, Peter doesnt have any good role models to look up to.
Nyc Movie Guru
2.0
The war is tame enough for kids to enjoy without parents getting bent out of shape.
Punch Drunk Critics
2.5
Ed doesnt take Peter seriously at first, but soon realizes the kid means business.
Movie Web
2.5
Even when dealing with the mid (mid ish to late) life crisis, theres no real struggle.
We Live Entertainment
2.0
The tragicomedy The Last Lesson (above) with its depiction of ramshackle schoolhouses in Chinas countryside in the 1980s packs an emotional punch in t ..
Straits Times
3.0
A game cast doesnt hurt, and Fegley thankfully is devoid of any cloying kid actor habits, working nicely opposite a legend like De Niro.
Dead Line
2.0
My not liking this film does not mean that I cant acknowledge a good set piece.
Solzy At The Movies
3.0
Sure, there are some hijinks involvedthats in the nature of combat, and Smiths very cute premise imagines a series of good natured intergenerational t ..
Film Avclub
3.0
If Grandpa could have delivered more low key moments and less juvenile slapstick I think it could have been a pleasant surprise. As it is, its a film ..
Bowling Green Daily News
2.0
Needless to say, petulant Peter isnt positive about this transition.
Fresh Fiction
1.0
The War with Grandpa is ultimately a war of attrition. Good luck making it through its 94 minutes before waving a white flag and crying surrender.
National Post
1.5
Despite a promising premise, beloved source material, and the unassailable gifts of Robert De Niro, this comedy just doesnt wash.
Original Cin
1.9
It cant be overstated how sloppy and awful this moment is, and it made me long for the more subtle notes of The Deer Hunter.
Third Coast Review
2.0
But The War with Grandpa doesnt have anything to offer beyond silly escapism, even though its based on the book by Robert Kimmel Smith.
Ion Cinema
3.0
There doesnt seem to be a case for the bile being thrown the films way.
Tiny Url
2.0
Even the A list cast cant win the war with a dumbed down script, awkwardly staged stunts, and lackluster direction.
Movie Mom
0.0
Exactly how this is supposed to be funny is in no way ever communicated to the audience. What we get, instead, is the spectacle of a repellent, nasty ..
Datebook Sfchronicle
2.5
This film is family friendly formula, the cinematic equivalent of background noise. Itll entertain its target audience for an hour and a half, which i ..
2.0
Who doesnt love slapstick comedy Not to be confused with De Niros cinematic classic: Dirty Grandpa, everything about Tim Hills The War with Grandpa ba ..
The Only Critic
1.5
While not entirely dreadful, theres very little War with Grandpa thrives at.
Battle Royale With Cheese
1.5
A movie that has no particular reason for being other than to follow its formula.
Denerstein Unleashed Blog ..
3.1
These three show up for an easy paycheck, mug for the camera and prove that despite their collective serious acting chops, they just cant find a way t ..
Illinois Times
0.5
None of it works, and the way in which it doesnt work is just dull.
The Spool
0.5
But is it a crime to make a movie just for the shameless fun of it Clearly eight year old Tre Peart didnt think so.
Abc News Go
1.0
But theres another comedy coming out this week, on VOD, thats much more creative, and doesnt require a trip to the theater.
Splice Today
2.0
The comedic conflict escalates to a decisive dodgeball game between Peters perky schoolmates and gramps spry geriatric gang, Jerry (Christopher Walken ..
Parade
3.5
While The War With Grandpa is cute, entertaining, and family friendly, it isnt going to be winning any awards.
FlickDirect
3.0
While the assembly isnt perfect, the less is more approach to plotting ultimately works in favour of The War with Grandpa.
The Gate
1.5
This could be a family film to see at a time when we all need any kind of silly distraction. But we found this to be a sad misuse all of these amazing ..
Movies and Shakers
1.3
Director Tim Hill whose resum includes two terrible animation/live action hybrids, Alvin and the Chipmunks (2007) and Hop (2011) doesnt fare much bett ..
Movie Cricket
2.0
Unfortunately, The War with Grandpa doesnt do itself any favors with unfunny physical humor and jokes about adult diapers.
Sa Current
2.5
This isnt the best message for kids, which hurts its value as a family film.
rachelsreviews.net
3.0
But it isnt just hilarious, there are some extremely heartwarming moments too.
Mama's Geeky
1.5
Like most conflicts The War with Grandpa leaves behind a lot of scorched (comedic) earth as it delivers its unsubtle and largely unfunny message.
Houston Press
1.5
Among the so many other things I dont understand lately is why theyre opening this one in theaters only.
The Movie Minute
2.5
The film has a few bright spots and funny moments, but the roles could have been played by any C or D list actor. The fact that the cast is made up of ..
Victoria Advocate
3.0
This fluffy entertainment flies by rapidly and is easy on the brain.
Movie Reviews Cinemaclips
1.5
The War With Grandpa isnt the worst comedy ever, but its another unnecessary embarrassment thats tainted De Niros illustrious career.
4.5
So, heres the cast grown ups Julie Bowen, Ray Liotta, Steve Buscemi, Rob Schneider, Maya Rudolph, George Wallace, Shaquille ONeal, Ben Stiller, Kenan ..
What She Said Radio
3.0
Excessive slapstick and dumb jokes nevertheless reign supreme, and the filmmakers cant resist injecting heavy doses of sentimentality, cuing sappy mus ..
Asheville Movies
1.5
Sure, its not going to blow anyones mind, but its fun family entertainment and, really, in 2020, isnt it enough to just have some meaningless fun
The Pop Break
2.0
Though it is amusing to try to guess what Ed or Peter will try next, it also gets bland, and a Robert De Niro film should not be bland.
Phantom Tollbooth
2.0
To be fair, the uninteresting, uninspiring, and, worst of all, unfunny movie was made before the pandemic hit.
3.0
De Niro... seems to enjoy the lighthearted side of these types of productions, and I think he deserves it, especially after proving hes still an icon ..
2.5
While The War with Grandpa promises an all out war, director Tim Hill (see The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run) doesnt make use of his wacky, anima ..
Times Herald
3.0
Its a treat to see actors like De Niro, Uma Thurman, and Christopher Walken have so much fun doing a family comedy.
2.5
The War with Grandpa is the type of film which is not really a great watch and throughout you are thinking you that you have seen a film exactly like ..
Orcasound
1.5
Put simply, its little more than a Disney Channel movie with an outrageous casting budget.
2.5
The best wolves dont have the sharpest claws or the pointiest teeth.
Richard Crouse
1.5
The film attempts to check all the boxes of a childrens comedy, but fails to make a connection. They are the shells of these archetypes without making ..
3.0
Walken is such a wild card that watching him on a Onewheel doesnt seem all that surprising, and theres a devilish glee in watching him acquire all of ..
WhatToWatch
1.0
Doing away with any of the character motivation it attempts to create throughout, The War with Grandpa doesnt earn any of the heartfelt moments it hop ..
The AU Review
3.0
Some parts are ridiculous and silly and even made me roll my eyes hard.
Lola Lambchops
3.1
You cant say The War With Grandpa is terrific, but it has its moments and its likely to entertain the kids for an hour and a half.
The News-Herald (Willoughb ..
2.0
War has a lot of problem getting any traction with its family themed humor, and its difficult to work up much sympathy for a teen with a room the size ..
Akron Beacon Journal
1.9
Ed is a sympathetic fella and frankly doesnt deserve Peter placing a bullseye on his head, so the film isnt set up for compelling theatre.
Art House Film Wire
0.6
The book appears to be far more appealing than this unfunny, coarse and mean spirited film touted as family entertaintment.
OurQuadCities / WHBF-TV (I ..
1.9
He has a group of good friends, his parents dont smother him, theres access to the latest video games and he owns a sharp pair of Air Jordans.
Tribune News Service
2.0
Presumably, this films target audience wont care if its derivative.
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