Ishtar

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E K @EKing579 Oct 8, 2026 I unfortunately saw this when it was released. I wish I could find one redeeming quality. Well the chair in the theater did not hurt as much as paying to watch it. See more

Gregory H @Romoga Sep 28, 2026 Aside from some bad editing here and there, I ‘ve always enjoyed this film. If you’ve ever tried to, or had to write a pop song , it’s right on point and it’s belly laugh funny! It’s so true to reality. The story gets outrageous but, it’s a comedy. What do want? Beatty and Hoffman are hilarious! It’s a once a year watch for me! Recommend to all aspiring songwriters out there who are trying to write a No 1 hit! See more

Brandi L @RT30293692 Jul 13, 2026 I've been to see countless movies in the theaters over the decades: some great... many good... some okay but not memorable. But this 1987 film is memorable for one key reason... Ishtar is the one and ONLY movie that I (regrettably) paid to see in the theater where I got up and walked out in the middle of it. IT WAS THAT BAD. And that's the best thing I can say about it. See more

Torry N @Torry22n Jun 12, 2026 It's a bit too silly and a bit bogged down at times (hence the loss of half a star), but I'm drawn back to it time after time. If you've personally collaborated on songs, dreamt of performing, and can appreciate well-respected actors having a ball acting like buffoons, maybe this movie can be in your top 10 of all time. Like it is mine. See more

CodyZamboni Z @CodyZamboni Mar 22, 2026 Total misfire, Movie is boring, with no laughs, and no fun, With Dustin and Warren look so tired, Adjani is wasted, and spends whole movie covered up, Songs are not stupid funny, They are just annoying, Only Grodin seems to have dialed into the proper comedic tone, Given the talent involved, this shouldve been so much better, At least, the movie's pace and energy does pick up in last 20 minutes, but by that time I didn't care. See more

Shawna B @shawnalv Feb 10, 2026 This is one of my favorite movies - definitely my go-to, make me laugh uncontrollably when I'm feeling down. Most of the bad reviews I've read over the years describe it in terms of a bad spoof of the old road movies of Crosby and others. I've never seen it in that genre. It's a hilarious portrayal of naiive Americans who travel in a completely unfamiliar world. As a fellow world traveler, I totally recognize (and identify with) that naiive American. We are so lucky here to live in general prosperity and peace; most people we meet at an airport are friendly and curious; we generally trust that our Justice System is working for the best American life for us all. And to that -- add the characters' unbridled optimism and belief in their future. OMG! So hilarious, seeing how oblivious they are to other peoples' reactions to their songs, all because they have boundless confidence and optimism. See more

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