Save your money for something good and enjoyable

The movie runs out of plot and jokes well before the end of a two-hour running time, long for a light comedy.

Yes, absolutely, there is fun to be had, as well as many, many things to go boom, all amid an atmospheric urban jungle.

This is ultimately a movie about the very bad things that can happen when we don't address our unease, when we just try to brush it off, whether that's to fit in or to preserve our self-image.

If you happen to come across this movie in some late-night setting on TNT or USA, as I have every time I see it, you will be in the best mood to watch this movie. It is not a middle of the day, hey lets rent this, movie. It's a happenstance movie. And it's hilarious. And there is one small encounter between the teacher and Kevin. I believe it goes like this: Kevin: How about, is your clam ready for my linguine? Teacher: Oh, no little boy, how about is your linguine ready for my clam?gross.

I was reading some of the user comments and one in particular caught my eye as it said pretty much all that I was thinking. I just recently caught this on USA, and I must say it's not half bad. I mean - I've surely seen a lot worse. Kelli Williams is one of my favorite actresses (LOVED her on The Practice!) and to see her as a *nerdy girl* (which, in my opinion, she wasn't) was different. Before watching, I read an interview she did that quoted her on this movie, saying it was bad (which - if you've seen her other work - Practice or There Goes My Baby does make sense). I thought it was nice and I thought her presence in the film made a big difference.

I loved the original Zapped! with Scott Baio and Willie Aames. So when I first heard there was a sequel, I was shocked. I thought this is gonna stink. However, seeing it on cable, I actually enjoyed it. I like how they have Ms. Burnhart now the principal of the school where Barney first used his powers. Also the new fresh cast (at the time) delievered some B-moviesque performances. And Linda Blair??? Ummm...I would've liked to see Heather Thomas reprise that role but it's all sheer out fun. The song at the end is too laughable...ahhh...B-movies like this...so much fun and cheese to enjoy!!!

While watching this on videotape with a friend (after quite a few highballs - you'll need 'em to enjoy this) my friend quipped of the scene with Karen Black "Looks like they told her to just do whatever she wants with the part" - It's pretty painful stuff.