
Reviews — Popeye
Audience write-ups from TMDB
badelf
Robert Altman’s adaptation of Popeye won't fundamentally alter anyone's perspective. However, it is remarkably charming. It's a faithful and somewhat eccentric adaptation of the comic strip, and it succeeds as an example of unrestrained silliness. Harry Nilsson’s songs are wonderfully odd – unusual but memorable melodies that reflect the film’s cartoonish nature. Robin Williams and Shelley Duvall don't simply port…
r96sk
This was not a good experience. To put it plainly, I didn’t find 'Popeye' enjoyable at all, even with Robin Williams in the cast. He does an okay job as Popeye, but the film’s inconsistent and odd style really bothered me. I understand what they were trying to do, but it just doesn’t work for me. It felt very ordinary. The other characters surrounding Popeye are irritating, and the musical numbers are incredibl…
sykobanana
It’s a film that deserves more recognition. Honestly, it's pretty chaotic. Three songs just don't land at all. The pacing is deliberate, as was common in movies made during the 1980s. And the storyline isn’t very substantial. However, it’s wonderful to experience. This film has a cartoon-like quality! The actors are exceptionally well-chosen; Williams performed his own action sequences in his first …

