Nothing But Trouble (1991)

I despise every frame of this movie, 28 June 2021

Forget a plot summary - I refuse. I hate everything about this movie.  I saw Nothing But Trouble either during its theatrical run or shortly thereafter and couldn’t stand it.  Watching it again 30 years later, my opinion hasn’t changed - it’s garbage.  

I watch a lot of bad movies that I will give the benefit of the doubt to, but not this one.  Unlike some of the low-budget dreck I actually enjoy, this mess was made with a $40 million budget.  That’s right - $40 million!  Other than salaries, over-the-top special effects, and a so-busy-it’s-distracting set-design, I have no idea where the money went.  I could guess . . .   

The blame for this disaster has to fall squarely at the feet of Dan Akyroyd - the writer, director, and star.  Looking at his filmography, his best work has always been when he’s playing second fiddle to someone like John Belushi, Bill Murray, or Eddie Murphy.  On his own, you end up with something un-funny, repulsive, and nauseating.  

Don’t waste your time.  Nothing But Trouble is a film that I cannot recommend to anyone for any reason.  

1/10