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Who's Harry Crumb? (1989)

Rate: 6
Viewed: 8/04, 2/07

8/04: "I know one thing. We find that crazy typewriter, we'll find our kidnapper."

It's a great quote by John Candy in the fun-filled film entitled Who's Harry Crumb? Only he can play the role of the titular character while everybody else is no good. The comedy is inconsistent. When the moment arrives for a laugh, it's been worth the wait although they're few and far between.

Sad to say, the movie is almost a rip-off of Fletch because of the similarities in sleuthing around and using different disguises. One of John Candy's characters who stands out the most is Djour Djilios. When asked how to spell his name, he replies, "I don't think so. Try it with a 'D.'"

All in all, Who's Harry Crumb? is all John Candy.

2/07: If you want a John Candy treat, then by all means watch Who's Harry Crumb? and come away feeling delighted.

Of course, it's a small film with low expectations, but John Candy makes the comedy work by playing the bumbling private detective who means well.

All in all, Who's Harry Crumb? is hilariously funny.

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