The new kid Clifford Peache (Chris Makepiece) has a dad (Martin Mull) who manages the snazzy hotel the Ambassador East. His grandma (Ruth Gordon) is trying to pick up married men in the bar. His real problem though is in the new school a gang of bullies lead by Moody (Matt Dillon) is after him to pay them $1 a day so they will protect him. Against who? Themselves. Clifford won't pay the bullies, but turns to crazy classmate Ricky Linderman (Adam Baldwin) to be his bodyguard against this group.
Very enjoyable flick with a really great cast and great messages about friendships. Might work as a good double bill with another film I just reviewed LITTLE DARLINGS made the same year. Also starring Joan Cusack in her film debut (her father Dick plays the principal of the school), John Houseman and George Wendt.
Very enjoyable flick with a really great cast and great messages about friendships. Might work as a good double bill with another film I just reviewed LITTLE DARLINGS made the same year. Also starring Joan Cusack in her film debut (her father Dick plays the principal of the school), John Houseman and George Wendt.