Just One of the Guys is 80s gold and a must-see for fans of films from this era
I recently revisited a childhood favorite, Just One of the Guys (1985), on Tubi. The storyline follows a female reporter who, feeling hindered by her gender, disguises herself as a guy to experience and report on the differences in treatment. As she navigates high school, she develops feelings for her only male friend, jeopardizing her research and real-world relationships.
Directed by Lisa Gottlieb (Across the Moon), the film stars Joyce Hyser (This is Spinal Tap), Toni Hudson (Places in the Heart), Clayton Rohner (Ozark), William Zabka (The Karate Kid), and Stuart Charno (Christine).
This film has always been a fun and authentic ride, embracing classic 80s cheese in its circumstances, acting, lines, and comedic content. Memorable scenes like the "balls shift" and the "your mom says hi" line still crack me up. The authentic acting, even in scenarios that may feel less plausible, contributes to the film's charm. The "flash" scene at the end always makes me smile and feel uncomfortable.
In conclusion, Just One of the Guys is 80s gold and a must-see for fans of films from this era. I'd score it a 6.5/10 and strongly recommend it.
Directed by Lisa Gottlieb (Across the Moon), the film stars Joyce Hyser (This is Spinal Tap), Toni Hudson (Places in the Heart), Clayton Rohner (Ozark), William Zabka (The Karate Kid), and Stuart Charno (Christine).
This film has always been a fun and authentic ride, embracing classic 80s cheese in its circumstances, acting, lines, and comedic content. Memorable scenes like the "balls shift" and the "your mom says hi" line still crack me up. The authentic acting, even in scenarios that may feel less plausible, contributes to the film's charm. The "flash" scene at the end always makes me smile and feel uncomfortable.
In conclusion, Just One of the Guys is 80s gold and a must-see for fans of films from this era. I'd score it a 6.5/10 and strongly recommend it.
- kevin_robbins
- Mar 10, 2024