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Meet Dave
2008 90 min United States of America PG 6+
★4.9
Comedy, Science Fiction, Adventure, Family
Director: Brian Robbins
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Description
A crew of miniature aliens operate a spaceship that has a human form. While trying to save their planet, the aliens encounter a new problem, as their ship becomes smitten with an Earth woman.
Budget:
$60M
US Gross:
$11.8M
Worldwide:
$50.65M
Starring
Eddie Murphy
Actor
Elizabeth Banks
Actor
Gabrielle Union
Actor
Awards
Razzie Awards 2009
— Worst Actor
Razzie Awards 2009
— Worst Screen Couple
Key opinion
Meet Dave is widely viewed as a simple, family-oriented sci-fi comedy that relies heavily on Eddie Murphy's physical performance. While fans appreciate its lighthearted, warm tone and wholesome humor, critics often find the plot formulaic and the creative spark lacking compared to the star's earlier work.
| Acting | Eddie Murphy's physical comedy and expressive mimetic performance serve as the film's primary anchor. | |
| Screenplay | The narrative follows a predictable, banal structure that lacks original or sophisticated thematic depth. | |
| Accessibility | The film provides a light, family-friendly tone that avoids overt vulgarity, making it suitable for casual viewing. | |
| Humor | Opinions on the humor are divided; some find it effortlessly laugh-worthy and charming, while others dismiss it as stale, 'stupid' slapstick that fails to deliver memorable jokes. |