The Addams Family - Progress Thread

[Espy]

I got TAF on Blu-ray to see what all the fuss was about. I caught a bit of the sequel on TV and thought it looked fun, so I bought the original. Never seen it before, so no nostalgia goggles. And my word... what a mediocre, almost dull movie. It's crazy that such a respected machine is based on such a sub-par property (and even then, one that will cost a lot of money to license!) I suppose that's how it goes in the world of pinball.

 

[pm1109]

I got TAF on Blu-ray to see what all the fuss was about. I caught a bit of the sequel on TV and thought it looked fun, so I bought the original. Never seen it before, so no nostalgia goggles. And my word... what a mediocre, almost dull movie. It's crazy that such a respected machine is based on such a sub-par property (and even then, one that will cost a lot of money to license!) I suppose that's how it goes in the world of pinball.

Welcome back Espy.Yeah I never really liked the movie.Not my cup of tea.Not sure how the pinball table became so popular.Oh well I guess we will all see when in comes to TPA.

 

[night]

I got TAF on Blu-ray to see what all the fuss was about. I caught a bit of the sequel on TV and thought it looked fun, so I bought the original. Never seen it before, so no nostalgia goggles. And my word... what a mediocre, almost dull movie. It's crazy that such a respected machine is based on such a sub-par property (and even then, one that will cost a lot of money to license!) I suppose that's how it goes in the world of pinball.

Back in the day it was great. Time changes, now we have ultra fun stuff like the Tila Tequila show, try to beat that.

 

[Bowflex]

Back in the day it was great. Time changes, now we have ultra fun stuff like the Tila Tequila show, try to beat that.

What channel does that come on? Need to know which channel to block!

 

[pm1109]

What channel does that come on? Need to know which channel to block!

+1

 

[night]

Hooters 'n Tequila, what's not to like? You people have no taste.

 

[Kolchak357]

Welcome back Espy.Yeah I never really liked the movie.Not my cup of tea.Not sure how the pinball table became so popular.Oh well I guess we will all see when in comes to TPA.

The theme worked better on the pin than it did in the movie IMO. The movie is just ok, but I do enjoy picking out the pinball callouts when I watch it.

 

[TomL]

I too only saw the TAF movie long after playing the pin. I was also disappointed with the movie. The film just tries too hard, and it comes across as just trying to cash in on the nostalgia for the Addams Family.

I think it's a testament to TAF being a great pin because of how it's great entertainment that stands alone from the source movie. The art, the modes and the audio clips are infectiously awesome despite the movie being blah.

 

[wizard33]

Why is TAF greatly apreciated ? it's a Pat Lawlor. Period.
Think about Twilight Zone.. Theatre Magic.. etc
The movie could be the stupidest in the world, the pinball comes from a Master.

 

[Espy]

Why is TAF greatly apreciated ? it's a Pat Lawlor. Period.
Think about Twilight Zone.. Theatre Magic.. etc
The movie could be the stupidest in the world, the pinball comes from a Master.

TOM was a J-Pop. Not a Lawlor.

That sentence looks nonsensical. Man, pinball terminology...

 

[Crawley]

Yeah I can imagine the films don't hold up now but back then it was pretty huge. It made around $200 million worldwide, which back in the early 90's was a significant hit. I think after Tim Burton made Beetlejuice and Edward Scissorhands people were pretty open and clamoring a bit for quirky stylish movies with that gothic look - it was a new thing back then. Plus it was hitting hard on the nostalgia vibe. The show as still playing in re-runs heavily and I don't think at that point Hollywood had been going crazy with TV remakes. I did see it in a theater and recall it being a lot of fun to watch. So seeing it in a theater with the crowd likely enhanced enjoyment. I do recall the sequel was a bit of a stinker though.

So yeah, back then it was good stuff, today it probably doesn't hold up so well.

 

[night]

Yeah I can imagine the films don't hold up now but back then it was pretty huge. It made around $200 million worldwide, which back in the early 90's was a significant hit. I think after Tim Burton made Beetlejuice and Edward Scissorhands people were pretty open and clamoring a bit for quirky stylish movies with that gothic look - it was a new thing back then. Plus it was hitting hard on the nostalgia vibe. The show as still playing in re-runs heavily and I don't think at that point Hollywood had been going crazy with TV remakes. I did see it in a theater and recall it being a lot of fun to watch. So seeing it in a theater with the crowd likely enhanced enjoyment. I do recall the sequel was a bit of a stinker though.

So yeah, back then it was good stuff, today it probably doesn't hold up so well.

Edward Scissorhands is still a blast. That would make a nice table.

 

[Kratos3]

TOM was a J-Pop. Not a Lawlor.

That sentence looks nonsensical. Man, pinball terminology...

What if TOM was a Lawlor?

 

[EldarOfSuburbia]

Well, have you ever seen Pat Lawlor and Jon Popaduik together in the same room at the same time? Eh?

 

[Fungi]

What if TOM was a Lawlor?

It would have a field of 3 bumpers to shoot through, an upper flipper to ramp shot, and a target at the back of a dead-end stopping any flow whatsoever.

 

[DokkenRokken]

There's not a table out there that is better in my opinion than TOM. I think BSD is the only one that comes close.

Oh, and TAF movie was fantastic. I'm surprised some people didn't enjoy it. Now, the sequel on the other hand.... ugh.

 

[Baltimore Jones]

I got TAF on Blu-ray to see what all the fuss was about. I caught a bit of the sequel on TV and thought it looked fun, so I bought the original. Never seen it before, so no nostalgia goggles. And my word... what a mediocre, almost dull movie. It's crazy that such a respected machine is based on such a sub-par property (and even then, one that will cost a lot of money to license!) I suppose that's how it goes in the world of pinball.

With all the clamor over the pinball table I've been wanting to see the movie again. I was surprised when I looked at Rotten Tomatoes and saw that the movie only has a 60% (just barely "Fresh"). I thought I remembered the movie being more well-regarded at the time. I loved it as a 5th Grader and also enjoyed playing the Gameboy game on the sly during class.

Contrary to what you would think, Addams Family Values actually has a 78% on RT.com and their summary is:

New, well-developed characters add dimension to this batty satire, creating a comedy much more substantial than the original.

 

[Espy]

With all the clamor over the pinball table I've been wanting to see the movie again. I was surprised when I looked at Rotten Tomatoes and saw that the movie only has a 60% (just barely "Fresh"). I thought I remembered the movie being more well-regarded at the time. I loved it as a 5th Grader and also enjoyed playing the Gameboy game on the sly during class.

Contrary to what you would think, Addams Family Values actually has a 78% on RT.com and their summary is:

From what I saw of the sequel it is a lot more entertaining. More light-hearted, too.

 

[David T. Melnick]

Taf

From what I saw of the sequel it is a lot more entertaining. More light-hearted, too.

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The tv show is (was) great. I doubt the movies came close to it eh. At least, the pinball machine is great eh.

 

[Bowflex]

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The tv show is (was) great. I doubt the movies came close to it eh. At least, the pinball machine is great eh.

If you liked the TV show, the movies won't do much for you. I think I would have enjoyed them more if I had never seen the show. They have their moments but overall the movies feel really forced and awkward. Cristina Ricci was awesome and the casting was actually about as good as you could hope for.