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This action-comedy from 1990 makes the critical mistake of trying to mix a potentially suspenseful plot with the kind of humor that Mel Gibson can only get away with in his Lethal Weapon movies. It doesn't work here because the movie's supposed to be a Hitchcockian thriller and Mel's wisecracking--not to mention some implausible plot twists and ridiculous chase scenes--makes it impossible to take any of this movie seriously. It works best as a lightweight vehicle for Gibson and Goldie Hawn, who bring their own established appeal to their roles as old lovers who are reunited under unexpectedly dangerous circumstances. After testifying against some drug-running killers, Mel's been safe under the protection of the FBI's witness relocation program, and Goldie coincidentally enters his life again just as the bad guys are hot on Mel's trail. They join up and go on the run from the villains and ... well, let's just say director John Badham doesn't have any big surprises up his sleeve. Goldie and Mel are enjoyable, as always, but you'd have to be their biggest fan to watch this movie more than once. --Jeff Shannon
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By survivor
Format:DVD
Another great movie with Mel Gibson. Goldie Hawn and Mel are at their best in this movie. I have seen it approximately 10 times on VHS so had to buy it on DVD
Format:DVD
A Hot-Shot Corporate Lawyer (Oscar-Winner:Goldie Hawn) meets a Mysterious Man (Mel Gibson), which She hasn`t seen Him in Years but One of them was Involve something in the Past and Now Two Hit-Men (David Carradine and Bill Duke) are After Them.
Directed by John Badham (Short Circuit, The Hard Way, Steakout) made a Entertaining Comic Thriller with Delightful Comic Performances by Hawn and Gibson. Lame at Times, but This is a Formulaic Action-Comedy (Which it was a Box Office Hit), those are Fans of the Leads. Panavision. Grade:B.
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Format:DVD
When this was out critics bashed this movie had very few nice things to say about Bird on a wire. The truth is the critics are wrong Bird on a wire is full of action and funny too. I like it how they paired up Mel Gibson and Goldie Hawn for this movie Mel Gibson acts exactly like he does in Lethal Weapon. I never get what the critics are talking about the movie is funny and never is there a dull moment and the stunts are funny. It is sure worth buying or at least renting.
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Bird on a Wire
This film is an old Mel Gibson movie. However, it's a good one with the comedy scemes and the little touch of action. Read more
Published on Aug 24 2009 by Wayne G. Daley
3.0 out of 5 stars
Mel and Goldie are sexy, but they are wasted in this film
At some point my wife and I had the conversation where you talk about who is sexiest person in movies. She named Mel Gibson and I named Goldie Hawn. Read more
Published on Feb 26 2004 by Lawrance M. Bernabo
4.0 out of 5 stars
Mel going after Jack Burtons Wife.
I enjoyed this movie a lot more than the critics. Maybe because I love goldie and mel, both of whom have been known to sign autographs for fans.
Published on May 29 2003 by JediMack
5.0 out of 5 stars
Best movie ever
This movie has a great balance of Comedy, Romance and action. I just love it.
Published on April 5 2002 by "flowerfairies16"
5.0 out of 5 stars
Bird On A Wire Review
I think that Bird on A Wire was a brilliant movie because the Writers and Producers brought 2 wonderful actors together to make the stunning movie it is. Read more
Published on Jan 29 2002 by Daniel
4.0 out of 5 stars
Very fun movie!
This is a movie to watch if you're just in the mood for some fun. Mel Gibson and Goldie Hawn give great performances, and the title song by Aaron Neville adds a whole new... Read more
Published on Jun 24 2001 by Abram Book
5.0 out of 5 stars
Classic Melvin Gibson Romantic Comedy
Melvin Gibson is absolutely as good as he can be in this film, doing the best job of comedic acting he is capable of, and looking as nice as he ever had looked to this point in his... Read more
Published on May 14 2001 by J. Reynolds
1.0 out of 5 stars
More mass schlock from director John Badham
How best to describe the target audience for John Badham films ... well, probably the Bundys (as in Married with Children). Read more
Published on Mar 11 2001
4.0 out of 5 stars
You just gotta see this!
I highly recommend this movie. Mel Gibson plays a guy in the witness protection program and Goldie Hawn is the girlfriend that he had to leave behind. Read more
Published on Jan 3 2001 by S. Stiles
4.0 out of 5 stars
A GREAT COMIC PAIRING!
Superstars Mel Gibson and the loveable Goldie Hawn star in this enjoyable, action-comedy. The plot is somewhat convoluted but the general story is that Rick (Gibson) is hiding... Read more
Published on Aug 24 2000 by ianphillips@uk.dreamcast.com
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