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Say Anything... (1989) Rank 4 Reviews

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Movie critics combined give Say Anything... (1989) a score of 3.3818 out of 4

based on (45) reviews

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Chicago Sun-Times (Roger Ebert)

She is the class brain, and so of course no one can see that she is truly beautiful - no one except for the sort of weird kid who wants to devote his life to kick-boxing and who likes her because of her brains. He calls her up and asks her out. She says n ...read the complete Say Anything... movie review at Chicago Sun-Times (Roger Ebert)

DVD Net (Anthony Horan)

Say Anything...is a landmark movie that acts as the definitive last word on the '80s teen-movie genre, but one which also transcends its modest ambitions and works beautifully on a deeper, more meaningful level. ...read the complete Say Anything... movie review at DVD Net (Anthony Horan)

Montreal Film Journal (Kevin N. Laforest)

It's about something, and it knows about it. I agree that movies can be great escapism, but it's even better when they also make you realize stuff about life. You owe yourself to see this masterpiece the sooner possible. ...read the complete Say Anything... movie review at Montreal Film Journal (Kevin N. Laforest)

The Book-Lover's Guide to Cinema (Matthew Gold)

It reaches depths (and heights) of emotion rarely touched by most Hollywood movies. ...read the complete Say Anything... movie review at The Book-Lover's Guide to Cinema (Matthew Gold)

Film Frat

This is one of John Cusack's most heartfelt and convincing performances, giving hope to lovestruck guys everywhere who think they'd never have a chance with the girl of their dreams. ...read the complete Say Anything... movie review at Film Frat

Entertainment Weekly (Staff (Not credited))

It all comes down to one scene: John Cusack, standing at dusk, boom box aloft, blaring Peter Gabriel's ''In Your Eyes'' outside Ione Skye's window. This, friends, is what rapturous, heartrending, soul-spinning love is all about. ...read the complete Say Anything... movie review at Entertainment Weekly (Staff (Not credited))

Chicago Reader (Jonathan Rosenbaum)

"Heathers" may view teenagers more caustically, but this movie, incomparably better, actually delivers the goods. ...read the complete Say Anything... movie review at Chicago Reader (Jonathan Rosenbaum)

Film Threat (Brad Laidman)

To me, Say Anything is without a shadow of a doubt the most rewarding, funny, and likable romance of the last twenty years. It heralds the decency of romantic love against the gears of a cold, grinding mechanical world. ...read the complete Say Anything... movie review at Film Threat (Brad Laidman)

Chicago Sun-Times (Roger Ebert)

That such intelligence could be contained in a movie that is simultaneously so funny and so entertaining is some kind of a miracle. ...read the complete Say Anything... movie review at Chicago Sun-Times (Roger Ebert)

digitallyOBSESSED.com (Dan Heaton)

Say Anything provides an entertaining experience, revealing complicated thoughts and humanity within the minds of high schoolers. ...read the complete Say Anything... movie review at digitallyOBSESSED.com (Dan Heaton)

Media-Assault.com (Sean Caszatt)

The 1980's produced a lot of "teenage sex" movies, most of which are inane and revolting. 1989's Say Anything is a complete surprise. It's intelligent, funny, and full of wisdom. ...read the complete Say Anything... movie review at Media-Assault.com (Sean Caszatt)

Goatdog's Movies (Michael W. Phillips, Jr.)

I was slightly disturbed by the relationship between Diane and her father, played by John Maloney (the father from Frasier). It creeped me out, to tell you the truth. There was something ...read the complete Say Anything... movie review at Goatdog's Movies (Michael W. Phillips, Jr.)

eFilmCritic.com (Oz)

Has one of the great movie endings of all time. ...read the complete Say Anything... movie review at eFilmCritic.com (Oz)

Teen Movie Critic (Roger Davidson)

The film is fresh and uniquely original. Crowe does a good job exploring the world of teenage romance, without resorting to stereotypical views of teens and their parents. ...read the complete Say Anything... movie review at Teen Movie Critic (Roger Davidson)

Ozus' World Movie Reviews (Dennis Schwartz)

First-time director Cameron Crowe ( Singles/Jerry Maguire ) gives his due respect to these teenage characters. That alone is enough to make this a superior film, but it was also superbly scripted and acted. John Mahoney as James Court, plays a role that ...read the complete Say Anything... movie review at Ozus' World Movie Reviews (Dennis Schwartz)

A Guide to Current DVD (Aaron Beierle)

"Say Anything" is certainly one of the best of Crowe's group of marvelous writer/director efforts and is rightly often recognized as a classic in its genre. ...read the complete Say Anything... movie review at A Guide to Current DVD (Aaron Beierle)

Washington Post (Hal Hinson)

It's hard to remember a recent love story -- maybe "Moonstruck" -- that's as involving as this one. This is not to suggest that the two movies are in the same league, but this is a teen movie that transcends its teen limitations. ...read the complete Say Anything... movie review at Washington Post (Hal Hinson)

ReelViews (James Berardinelli)

Cusack invests such sincerity in his portrayal of Lloyd that it's impossible not to root for him to get the girl. He's the classic underdog that we all think of ourselves as -- earnest, engaging, and impossible to resist because of his flaws, rather than ...read the complete Say Anything... movie review at ReelViews (James Berardinelli)

filmcritic.com (Christopher Null)

Rewatch today what is inevitably going to be one of your favorite movies and see if you don't agree: John Cusack and Ione Skye are one of cinema's biggest loser couples ever. He's into kickboxing. She's the class brain. Together they're a mess, but God ...read the complete Say Anything... movie review at filmcritic.com (Christopher Null)

Reel Film Reviews (David Nusair)

Say Anything... may seem, on the surface, to be just another teen flick, but really, it's a romance that holds appeal for all ages. ...read the complete Say Anything... movie review at Reel Film Reviews (David Nusair)

Q Network Film Desk (James Kendrick)

Say Anything... is an honest, good-natured film about first love that holds hard reality and eternal optimism in a gentle balancing act. In his directorial debut, Cameron Crowe ( Almost Famous ) works the magic of an alchemist, turning the stuff of ...read the complete Say Anything... movie review at Q Network Film Desk (James Kendrick)

DVD Verdict (Mike Jackson)

It's difficult to find a romantic film nowadays that isn't insulting to one's intelligence. How refreshing it is to find one that isn't just uninsulting, but that is witty and intelligent and true to what you'll find in the real world. ...read the complete Say Anything... movie review at DVD Verdict (Mike Jackson)

Qwipster's Movie Reviews (Vince Leo)

Prior to SAY ANYTHING, Cameron Crowe's directorial debut, he had written two notable teen comedies in the early Eighties, FAST TIMES AT RIDGEMONT HIGH and THE WILD LIFE.  Although they aren't necessarily prime examples of his talent, they were ...read the complete Say Anything... movie review at Qwipster's Movie Reviews (Vince Leo)

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