Smartorhypo Highly Overrated But Still Good

ThedevilChoose When a movie has you begging for it to end not even half way through it's pure crap. We've all seen this movie and this characters millions of times, nothing new in it. Don't waste your time.

Hayden Kane There is, somehow, an interesting story here, as well as some good acting. There are also some good scenes

Lachlan Coulson This is a gorgeous movie made by a gorgeous spirit.

ksf-2 Paul Bartel and Mary Woronov star as a married couple, in this caper to raise money. They want to make enough dough to open their own restaurant. Even if what they have to do for the money is a little illegal. Like a John Waters film, the script is goofy, and no-one TRIES to be funny, they all just be themselves, and its hilarious. Here, we have the bonus of seeing some big-time stars in their early roles -- Robert Beltran, so famous from Star Trek, is Raoul, the Mexican wheeler dealer in his very second role. Some great "cameos" (BEFORE they were stars...) Ed Begley(swinger), Edie McClurg(swinger), and of course Buck Henry(swinger AND banker). Not to mention John Landis. A pretty funny scene at the adult bookstore when Paul goes to buy "supplies". Also some funny stuff going on at the swinger's party about an hour in. "Howard", one of the guests really WAS an LA DJ, which explains why he says what he says.... it's all pretty funny. nothing too complicated. all neatly wrapped up at the end. Written and directed by Paul Bartel. (who, incidentally also wrote and directed "Class Struggle in Beverly Hills", which ALSO starred Robert Beltran... )

BA_Harrison Paul Bartel and Mary Woronov star as cash-strapped married couple Paul and Mary Bland, who dream of owning a restaurant in the country. When the pair accidentally murder a wealthy swinger, they realise a way to fulfil their ambition, Mary posing as a dominatrix to lure other sexual reprobates to their home, where a swift crack over the head with a frying pan awaits. Problems arise, however, when thief Raoul (Robert Beltran), posing as a locksmith, enters their life and takes a shine to Mary, plying her with drugs to get into her pants.Made on a shoe-string budget, Eating Raoul suffers slightly from a shabby home-made feel, some weak supporting performances, and uneven humour; it's also not nearly as sleazy or as exploitative as the subject matter would suggest, with zero gore and just a spot of nudity. However, the deliciously dark, satirical premise, winning turns from Bartel and Woronov, and a general sense of fun prove more than enough to carry the film.6.5/10, rounded up to 7 for IMDb.

wes-connors Wine connoisseur Paul Bartel (as Paul Bland) and attractive nurse Mary Woronov (as Mary Bland) are a happily married couple living in sinful Hollywood. Their apartment building is overrun with "swingers" eager to explore sexual fantasies, but Mr. Bartel and Ms. Woronov are satisfied with "a little hugging and kissing." They have no interest in the sex going on all around them, although Woronov is propositioned by an almost constant stream of prospective rapists. When the couple kills one of the horny men and takes his $600, they decide to kill the "perverts" and save up money to open a restaurant...All goes well until handsome locksmith Robert Beltran (as Raoul Mendoza) arrives. At first, he helps by becoming a partner and providing a tasty way to dispose of the bodies. But, when Mr. Beltran and Woronov become mutually attracted, the entire enterprise is threatened. "Eating Raoul" may be the only solution. This is a murderously funny comedy, especially during the first half. It gets bogged down when scenes begin to repeat themselves and the ending reads - if you're familiar with it - much funnier than it plays out on screen. While the end is unsatisfying, it doesn't last long enough to ruin the meal.******* Eating Raoul (3/24/82) Paul Bartel ~ Paul Bartel, Mary Woronov, Robert Beltran, Susan Saiger

LeonLouisRicci Outrageous black comedy for those with an appetite for the unusual and the deranged cinema of the bizarre. It has the right tone of nonviolent violence and unsexy sex that produces a world of the completely corrupted, crazy atmosphere of satirical simplicity.Nothing is presented as anything but just the way it never could be. A made up fantasy film that is unique and refreshing in its audaciousness. Deadpan acting helps and you have to listen closely for some of the best lines. A number of punches come from under the breath and ride quick transitions. This is the hallmark of very talented work from a very good ensemble of players and movie makers.More fun and frolics than most of the major budgeted comedic SNL alumni ventures that have been churned out in the last thirty years. Because talent will out where pretenders and posers play.