Meet Dave

Rating: PG

Movie Release Date: July 11, 2008

DVD Release Date: November 25, 2008

Plot 411: An alien species comes to Earth in a human-shaped space craft in order to save its planet.

Review: Seriously, this was definitely not one of Eddie Murphy's greatest hits. But, it did have some classic Murphy elements like facial and body humor. The idea for this plot probably sounded better on paper than it turned out on film. Despite Murphy having so many different movies, he always seems to play the same dude. It's a little limiting, isn't it? Also, it seems as though he's relegated himself to playing G and PG roles. Is this for his children's benefit? Possibly. But I miss the action/comedy Eddie Murphy of old. Where is that guy?

Watch It: For a movie both you and your kids can enjoy.

Skip It: If you don't have kids. It's not really worth your time . . . even if it is Eddie Murphy.

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