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Delightful screwball comedy from the '80s...

The low IMDb rating for MANNEQUIN is imbecilic. This is a thoroughly delightful mixture of madcap comedy and romance, played to the hilt by a sparkling cast of players who all have a gift for comedy.ANDREW McCARTHY is at his best as a young man drifting from job to job who ends up employed by ESTELLE GETTY at her almost defunct department store. It isn't until he gets real inspiration for window displays from a mannequin who becomes a real person whenever others aren't around, that the picture soars into romantic fantasy. KIM CATTRALL is the gorgeous dummy who comes to life and wins the heart of the hero who is at first reluctant to believe his own eyes.The sets and costumes are fantastic, the supporting cast is excellent and the script stays in high gear until the last twenty minutes when things get a little too hectic, even for a comedy/fantasy. But it's all in good fun, a cheerful flick easily enjoyable if you like fantasies of this kind and all of it is well photographed in pleasing color with splendid sets.ANDREW McCARTHY, KIM CATTRALL, JAMES SPADER (especially funny as a smarmy business man), and G.W. BAILEY (as the night detective) all demonstrate a flair for comedy in roles they obviously enjoyed playing.Well worth watching.

Revenge of the 80's. The title describe the movie very well.

Mannequin (1987) stars Kim Cattral (during her hot period) as guess what? A mannequin. Yippie let the good times roll. 80's victim Andrew McCartney co-stars as a schmo who discovers the secret about this wax sex doll. More mumbo-jumbo than you can shake a stick at. 1987 was a big year for bad 80's movies and this was one of them. Kim Cattral is easy on the eyes (which is good) the acting and the story (which is bad) drags this movie down, down, down.Life is too short to waste 90 minutes of your time.Not recommended. Only for Kim Cattral fans (she is hot but please don't waste your time).

good purchase

I am very pleased with my purchase. The movie is awesome and not mention hard to find normally, so i was extemely happy to see this two for one deal pop up when it did. The service from amazon was great....I never have problems with them. so overall...this was a great purchase.

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This is a great and fun movie to watch. I saw both as a child. and never forgot about them. They are so much fun to watch

Nothing's Going to Stop This Movie From Being a Classic!!

This is yet one of my favorite romantic comedy movies of the 80's. With such stars as Andrew McCarthy and Kim Cattrall (Sex in the City), Estell Getty (Golden Girls), James Spader, G.W. Bailey (Police Academy), and Meshach Taylor (Designing Women).
It's about a man Jonathan Switcher who isn't having much luck job wise (Who is these days), until he creates his masterpiece Mannequin, and finds her while working at a new job at Prince in Company (A failing store). She comes to life and tells him that she was born many years and centuries ago in Egypt, together they build magnificent store windows that helps Prince in Company get more than back on their feet. However, another rival company is trying to get their business back and by what ever means possible. As well as stealing Emmy (the Mannequin) to get Jonathan to work for them.
I think this classic romantic comedy is still a hit today with great colorful characters such as Hollywood, the quirky cop, and the romantic story line between Emmy (Kim Cattrall) and the handsome Jonathan (Andrew McCarthy).
Let's not forget the hit song by Starship called "Nothing's Going to Stop Us." Everyone today will love this movie. Even though its corney as well as it's storyline Mannequin will be a classic 80's film throughout the years.
The DVD is pretty average it has a trailer and a few other related movie trailers. I was hopping it would have the music video for "Nothing's Going to Stop Us" but no such luck. A huge plus is that it has a Widescreen or Fullscreen choice. So it makes up for all of the stuff it doesn't have.

So I would give the movie A and the DVD a C! But it is still worth the buy for this movie and if your a DVD collector. :)

Nothings gonna stop me from loving this movie forever

Laugh if you must, but this film is one of my all time favorite films. I saw it in the theater, twice, when I was eleven year of age, then rented it about a million times (on BETA!) when it came out on video. Yes, I know it is cheesy and not a work of art, but it is a CUTE movie that I loved at eleven and continue to love at twenty-five.

Maybe I'm just a romantic at heart, but films where two people who find each other to spite all odds make me feel good. Movies like this make you believe in romance, and even a pescimist like myself needs to believe in some kind of hope and love.

Now with Kim Cattrall's fame being skyrocketted with Sex And The City I'm hoping more people will discover what a great movie this really is. Most of Kims are, I've seen a lot of them (even the early ones which are beyond scary...and then there's Porkys...)

Also, one must not forget that even with all the bad reviews this film recieved, it made a lot of money at the box office and on video and even spawned a sequal; (which was pretty bad, but still cool to see nonetheless)not to mention the fact that it was nominated for an Academy Award in 1988 (for Best Original Song but STILL :)

This is also a good movie to watch when you want to see some great actors early works, such as James Spader, and it also let you see what Estelle Getty looked like when she wasn't in a lot of makeup playing Sophia Patrillo on "The Golden Girls"; not to mention Mesach Taylor who doesn't seem to be doing that much acting now, but did appear in the sequal and Designing Women for the extent of it's run.

In the end, every movie has it's devoted fans and I'm one of them.

Extraordinary!

Yes indeed ladies and gentlemen, I believe it not wildly unfair to say that this film is a distinct species unto itself. This is 90 minutes of brain-numbing, soul-crushing, hideously unfunny tepid 1980s drivel, made bearable - nay watchable... nay enjoyable... purely by the presence of Kim Cattrall. It's sad that a film of such dismal quality should simultaneously be the finest testament to this woman's status as the paragon that she is, but there we are. I've watched this film more times than I should care to confess in a public place, and even despite coming to loath it, Ms. Cattrall always makes it seem worth watching. I've even just bought the damn thing on DVD.It's probably sadder still that this film appears to have been derived from the Ava Gardner-starrer 'One Touch of Venus', itself a film of the wonderful Weill & Nash musical, in which a statue of Venus comes to life in a department store. If you want quality that doesn't kill your brain cells, check out the musical. If you want Kim Cattrall, check out this film. It probably deserves to have a Government Health Warning on it, but the leading lady is lovely. Oh, and I suppose if you like that sort of thing there's shorty Andrew McCarthy too, striking a sort of post-pubescent Elijah Wood note with his performance, and towered over by Cattrall when she wears high heels.

I Love This Movie. It Is So Enjoyable.

It's about a guy who is down on his luck has an incredible woman come into his life and make his life better. The only problem is that she is a mannequin who only comes to life when no one else is around.Kim Cattrall is amazing. She is beautiful, sexy, fun, loving, and full of life. She makes the fantasy character ideal and personally I think that she deserves an award for this film. Andrew McCarthy is also very charismatic and likable in this film.This movie is light, silly, funny, romantic, and very entertaining. It's a feel good movie definitely worth watching.10/10

two movies in one

I like both movies. Both funny. Actually, I remember seeing the 2nd movie, first time on tv, when I was only 7. The ending song by Starship really stuck inside my head. This was before I saw the first movie 5 years later. Now I have both on DVD for a very good price.

Manniquin & Mannequin 2 never gonna stop us now

I loved watching it when I was young. Getting the dvd again especially with the second movie is awesome. I loved the song by Starship. I am happy that they included it in the second movie made all the more meaningful.

i love the 80's

Yes its a horrible plot, but I enjoyed this movie as a kid. I watched it so many times its ridiculous.

Incredibly silly and cheesy screwball comedy that does have a certain amount of charm if you can get into it

Jonathan Switcher is an aspiring artist who has not yet gotten a way to fund his "art" and so is bouncing from job to job. His successful girlfriend despairs but being in the right place at the wrong time sees Jonathan save department store owner Claire Timkin from injury and land himself a job. In this store he finds a mannequin that he once put together in a previous lost job and, while alone with her, she comes to life, revealing herself to be an Egypian princess that the gods have allowed to be alive only for him. The two of them cavort the night away and, by morning have redesigned the window display of designer Hollywood. The window is a hit and Jonathan is employed to keep it coming and draw the crowds to the store. Meanwhile a rival store tries to scupper Jonathan's success and everyone begins to have their suspicions about the amount of time Jonathan spends with his mannequin.If the cheapness of the opening scene and the horrid cartoon titles don't tell you that this is a cheap and cheesy 80's movie then I would guess it is because you have never seen a movie from the 80's because Mannequin is so very of its period that it should be sealed in concrete for future generations to look back on. Having last seen it about 20 years ago, my gf and I decided to watch it again recently – but not with the nostalgic impression of quality that many seem to have when reflecting back on the film having not seen it since childhood. The first thing to really get into your head is that the title sequence is supposed to get you into the zone in terms of quality. I say this because the majority of the film feels cheaply made without a lot of care and attention to the plot, characters or even look of the film. Somehow though, it just about manages to have enough "wacky" charm to it to make it work – but please note I say "just about" because it is a pretty daft affair that doesn't deliver enough laughs to totally cover it if you are in anything other than a totally accepting mood.The silliness and the sheer wall-to-wall "eighties-ness" of the whole thing does give it a certain amount of charm as well, since it is very much of its time – this is not the same as it being "good" but it does bring something to the table that has come with time. Having said that though, while I can accept the attitudes and the fashions, one thing I find hard to accept is that Andrew McCarthy was once considered to be "bankable" by anybody. He is unconvincing in his role and has nowhere near the charisma required to carry the lead role. Certainly he doesn't fit with Kim Cattrall who, although handed an impossible role, gives her all at every point in the film. Support from Getty is nice while Spader hams it up and adds to the "silly" appeal of the film. Bailey does his Police Academy turn with reasonable success while Taylor is a squealing, fabulous cliché but yet does add colour to the film.Mannequin is far from being a good film but it is not as awful as some grumps on here would have you believe. Incredibly 80's throughout and with low quality standards across the board, the "wacky" aspect and the silly screwball comedy does sort of bring enough to the party to make it easy watching. However even those that love the film would surely class it as a "guilty pleasure" rather than anything else.

Comedy genius - is there none finer than Mr. McCarthy?

In years to come, Andrew McCarthy will be remembered as the star of several significant contributions to American, nay, World cinema, and "Mannequin" surely stands at the apex of his achievements. A salute to the golden comedies of the thirties, this film weaves love, adventure, mysticism and hijinx into a cloak of hilarity. Andrew McCarthy plays Jonathan Switcher, a young artist who can't seem to find a job that will let him express his talents. After rescuing the owner of a failing department store from almost certain death, he winds up assisting the flamboyant Hollywood (Meshach Taylor) to put together the store's window displays. While working late one night, he comes across a mannequin he created in one of his earlier jobs...and magically, she comes alive before his eyes. He falls in love with the strange, enchanting Emmy (Kim Cattrall), but their love seems doomed for several reasons, not least because Jonathan is the only person who can see her in her human form. Throw in a rival department store, a jealous ex-girlfriend, a thrilling car chase, and a crazed night-watchman, and you have a recipe for fun. Amidst a brilliant soundtrack and wonderful costumes, the performances at the centre of the movie (most notably, Estelle Getty, James Spader, Kim Cattrall, and the afore-mentioned Mr. McCarthy) genuinely sparkle. "Mannequin" could quite possibly be the best comedy of the 80s.

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this is an old movie but it is so fuuny love watching it over and over again

Obvious, Immature, and Foolish - But...

Women may enjoy the romantic, hopeful elements of the story. Check the reviews on this movie. Everyone is correct. Obvious, silly, with a screenplay that sounds like it's written by a high school male - performances are broad and cartoonish. All participants are a stereotype.

However, on closer scrutiny, the real villains in this movie are not the conniving men, but the shallow, bitchy women. One frustrated clown, articulates the theme - surrounded by beautiful women, he cries out that he wants a mannequin. That is, a kind, woman who can nurture. That's the irony and the romantic appeal of the movie. A nerd lucks out by finding love with a beautiful phantom soul.

I should know better, but I like this movie.

Cute 80's flick

I liked this movie. Andrew McCarthy is a classic 80's actor, paired with another 80's co-star James Spader in a cute comedy about a mannequin who comes to life. The music is cool, and it is a cute love story. Meshach Taylor is hilarious as Hollywood, the other window dresser. Watch if you are in the mood for an 80's flick.

And They Call It...Dummy Love!

I've loved "Mannequin" from the first moment I saw it back when it was released in 1987! It's actually been a couple of years since I viewed it last time on cable, but I've just received my own copy yesterday so I can once again relive the indelible magic, hilarity, and romance this wacky, wonderful, feel-good film delivers! Andrew McCarthy is terrific as Jonathan Switcher, a shy, genial, struggling dept. store mannequin artist who shares an unusual, brandishing romance with Emmy (Kim Cattral), a reincarnated Egyptian princess whose spirit inhabits one of Jonathan's wooden creations and comes magically to life whenever he's alone with her. Meshach Taylor (of "Designing Women" fame) brings cheery warmth to the story as Jonathan's festive window assistant friend, Hollywood. From start to finish, this underrated comedy will make you laugh, cry, and wonder if true love can ever be so magically fun and special, no matter if you're a guy or a girl! Jonathan definitely shines through for me in that nice guys don't always have to finish last. Plus, Starship's classic Oscar-nominated song is an absolutely perfect touch to the sweet canvas this film paints for its audience.

I'm surprised how cumbersome it was to find "Mannequin" in print in recent years, but thank goodness it has finally been re-released & Amazon has it! This is one film no hopeless romantic or 80's nostalgist should be without...

Good fun and not too serious

I doubt that this is one of the best films ever made, but it is without a doubt one of the better films of the eighties. The acting from McCarthy and Cattrall is superb and the soundtrack is also credible. There are some bad points, but they only show if you analyse too cynically. Some call ti the seminal eighties movie, and rightfully so with many decade references and costume get ups, (think Hollywood Montross, and the scene where Emmy and Jonathon dance there way through the store) All in all a good movie, worthy of 4.5 out of 5 stars

A Moving Experience

Words cannot express the feelings that I get when I see this film. It is, without doubt, one of the best films of the 80's, (maybe even the 1900's). The performances by Andrew 'The Hair' McCarthy and Kim Cattrall ALONE warrant an immediate purchase of this film. But they are helped by the excellent script, which has numerous 'off-the-wall' comments that are so authentic because thats how people spoke in the 80's. The direction is a work of a genius, recalling Scorsese at the height of his powers.
Whenever I see Hollywood hose down the cops at the end, I just cry. Plain and simple. Tears.
I wish I had my own Mannequin that only I could see. That's the effect this film will have on you. Perhaps critics in the future will look back and re-evaluate this work of art. I am a lone profit on this, but I believe Mannequin will eventually be hailed as a film that revolutionized the 20th century. It's THAT zany.

I can relate to this.....

This movie goes hand-in-hand with 3 O'Clock High (both made in 1987). Both movies got 1 star and were hated by the critics but we all loved them back then and still love them right now. The dance scene (Dream about me) was fantastic. Kim Cattrall is so absolutely fantastically beautiful. I could live forever with a girl smiling at me who looks like her. The background music is on key and correct, and easy to listen to. An early James Spader (Mr. Richards) does a great job as a baddie. G.W. Bailey is his usual corny funny self and is very nicely accompanied by his dog, Rambo. They actually use the dog almost as good as the one in Men in Black.This movie is a MUST SEE. As many writers in this column have said, this does have a "feel good" ending. I don't think Roxie is THAT good looking. She's nice looking. Actually, she looks like the gal in the sitcom called King of Queens. I wonder if there is any relation. Roxie's foreign boyfriend is actually quite funny.As unrealistic as this movie might seem, I think both men and women have had a fantasy of this kind. This is a movie all viewers can relate to. It's great! Lastly, GREAT LEGS Kim!