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GCOReviewsOct 29, 2018

An iconic 80's film. A film about kids who search for a dead body who knew that it would be an amazing film. I bet most people would say its just kids walking on railroads and talking. So, SCREW THEM!!!

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Kai82Sep 3, 2023

A poster child for the statement „Movies like this were not made anymore“. It is a childhood adventure of a group of friends that went on a search for the body of a missing boy. It won me over with the cast, immersion and emotionalA poster child for the statement „Movies like this were not made anymore“. It is a childhood adventure of a group of friends that went on a search for the body of a missing boy. It won me over with the cast, immersion and emotional attachment. Maybe it is a bit bittersweet as it is told in flashback when the now adult Gordon reads a newspaper article (Wont spoil what). The movie is based on the story “The Body” by Stephen King which I did not read so I can not say if it is a faithful adaption. However because the movie is so good I did not mind if it would be an “In name only” adaption. Just as reference I am normally a “The books are better” guy for 99% of all adaptations. The strengths are like I said the cast. You have a strong Wil Wheaton, River Phoenix, Jerry O’Connell and Corey Feldman. All deliver and have great chemistry. Good child actors are hard to find and all of these made a successful career. I should also praise the writers Bruce Evans and director Rob Reiner. They created a great immersion and the adventure / characters feel genuine and believable. It was the kind of movie you forget that it is a movie because the story fully delivers. Of cause there is the soundtrack as the title is a reference to the all time classic “Stand by me” by Ben Earl King. It has a lot of other great tracks like “Great Balls of Fire”, “Let the good Times roll” etc. Overall I might be influenced by nostalgia but will give a 10/10 as it felt wrong to go lower. I do not know why it is not a cult classic.… Expand

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Kover4Sep 14, 2019

How any "professional" movie critic gives this film anything less than an 8 is beyond me. It's a classic. Story is phenomenal, characters are great. Demenstrates the relationship/friendships that young boys have growing up accurately.How any "professional" movie critic gives this film anything less than an 8 is beyond me. It's a classic. Story is phenomenal, characters are great. Demenstrates the relationship/friendships that young boys have growing up accurately. Definately recommend… Expand

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AlimoghniehJun 6, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. يرتكز هذا الفيلم حول فكرة أساسية : الصداقة في زمن الطفولة. الصداقة الحقيقية والتي تعبث بها السنون كلما تقدم بنا العمر. ولكن يبقى أثرها محفورا في نفوسنا!
قصة أربعة مراهقين في الثانية عشرة من العمر، يخوضون مغامرةً بحماس المراهق المستكشف بحثاً عن جثة طفلٍ مفقود في بلدتهم الصغيرة. الجثة ليست هي محور القصة، بل الصداقة وما تُخبؤه لهم ثنايا رحلتهم العجيبة. هذا المرحُ الكبير الذي يتسلل إلى كل طفلٍ في نفوسنا حينما نشاهد الفيلم. أداءٌ مبهرٌ لتلك الفتية المميزة : غوردي (ويل وايتون) وتيدي - كوري فيلدمان - و ڤيرن - جيري أوكونيل - و كريس - ريفر فونيكس والذي ترشّح لاحقاً لنيل جائزة الأوسكار عن فئة أفضل ممثل ثانوي لدوره في فيلم المعلم العظيم سيدني لاميت Running on Empty ولكنّ الأخ الأكبر للممثل الموهبة جواكين فينيكس لم يحظَ بفرصة جيدة في السينما بسبب وفاته المبكرة المفجعة في العام ١٩٩٣ بجرعة كوكايين زائدة! غوردي فقد أخاه الأكبر قبل شهور خلت. أخوه الذي دعمه في موهبته - الكتابة--وسانده وسطَ عدم اكتراث أبويه لا بل استهزاء والده الدائم وسخريته. يواجه غوردي كابوساً دائمأ حيث يرى أباه يلتفت إليه لحظة دفن أخيه الأكبر ويهمس إليه : كان يجب أن تكون أنت الميت، أنت بلا فائدة!
في البرية، وحينما يصلون إلى الجثة، يقف غوردي شارد المخيلة بالجثة،. هائماً على وجهه. هنا يلتفت كريس إليه، وهو الصديق الأقرب إليه في المجموعة، يتقدم إليه ويسأله : ما بك؟! يسرد عليه غوردي كابوسه المؤرّق قائلاً : كان يجب أن أكون أنا! أبي يقول ذلك دوماً، أبي يكرهني يا صديقي! هنا يرد كريس على خوفه بإجابة مذهلة، فيها الكثير من عبق الصداقة الحقيقية :
لا يا صديقي، أبوك لا يكرهك، أبوك فقط لا يعرفك! بالله عليكم تفكروا في تلك الكلمات المدهشة. هذا المشهد يُسجل ضمن المشاهد الخالدة لروب راينر. التصوير في هذا الفيلم بالكامل هو خارجي.
تتنقل كاميرا المخرج بين أحياء البلدة والمزرعة والبرية وخط سكة القطار، مما ساعده على إضفاء ألوان الحياة على فيلمه. الموسيقى المنتقاة صائبةٌ جداً. أغنية every day لـ Buddy Holly ،
واختتام الفيلم بأغنية stand by me لـ Ben E King والذي انبثق إسم الفيلم منها!
الإخراج كان هادئا رصينا ومتقناً، اعتمد راينر أسلوب السهل الممتنع، وزاد رونق الفيلم جمالاً براعة الممثلين الأطفال... باختصار، هذا الفيلم يدخل ضمن قائمة الأفلام العظيمة...… Expand

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GemsicleJan 21, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A writer who is devasted by the loss of a life-long friend reflects on his most pleasant memory with him is a message that he is a fully dedicated individual. I have a slight comparison to this character by not having many friends, and when I watched this film, it took a load of my breath away.… Expand

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kyle20ellisMar 31, 2022

I saw Stand By Me yesterday for the first time in one and a half years, (I'm 17) and I absolutely loved it, and it is definitely one of my favourite Stephen King adaptations. I will say I absolutely loved Shawshank Redemption, and despite theI saw Stand By Me yesterday for the first time in one and a half years, (I'm 17) and I absolutely loved it, and it is definitely one of my favourite Stephen King adaptations. I will say I absolutely loved Shawshank Redemption, and despite the fact that it was unfaithful to the book, and badly flawed, I liked It too.

Stand By Me, based on the novella by Stephen King, which I admit I haven't read, not only has a wonderfully engaging story, but it is both funny and moving. This is helped by the strong and wholly believable performances from the entire cast that include Kiefer Sutherland, John Cusack, Wil Wheaton, Corey Feldman, Jerry O'Conell and River Pheonix especially.

The script was very well-crafted, and the film tells brilliantly of the values of friendship and standing together. Other strengths were the beautiful photography and the fine direction from Rob Reiner. But what impressed me most about Stand By Me was not only its nostalgic feel, but despite the hour and a half running time, the characters particularly Chris were so well developed. And I mustn't forget the beautiful song Stand By Me over the end credits.

A beautiful, unforgettable film, with a definite 10/10. Bethany Cox.… Expand

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robertoiglesiasJan 13, 2018

Stand By Me was so great! I loved it so much! It was really heart warming and a generous film.

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KarenlorraineFeb 1, 2021

Its hard for me to watch the movie Stand by me or to listen to the song. A little girl I babysit & her family died after watching this movie. They were living in a duplex it caught fire! The night this movie was playing she went to watch itIts hard for me to watch the movie Stand by me or to listen to the song. A little girl I babysit & her family died after watching this movie. They were living in a duplex it caught fire! The night this movie was playing she went to watch it at the theatre with another little girl I babysit. On her way home they were singing that song. There was a lot of questions about her death her mom & 2 brothers deaths! Her dad left shortly after. They said supposly a wire malfunction. But there were way too many unanswered questions!!… Expand

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kheasApr 12, 2018

I wholeheartedly recommend this film to everyone. It's amazing in every way and, if is the first time you see it, it will surprise you. If it is the twentieth time you've seen it, it still keeps all of it's magic intact. for full review:I wholeheartedly recommend this film to everyone. It's amazing in every way and, if is the first time you see it, it will surprise you. If it is the twentieth time you've seen it, it still keeps all of it's magic intact. for full review: https://latetothegame.blog/2018/04/12/key-movies-of-my-life-stand-by-me-1986/… Expand