Throw Momma From The Train

Throw Momma From The Train (1987; Orion Home Video)

TIME: Approx. 88 Min.

Director: Danny DeVito

Screenwriter: Stu Silver

Starring: Danny DeVito, Billy Crystal, Kim Greist, Anne Ramsey

Back Cover: Owen is a momma's boy with a very strange Momma: she's a cross between Quasimodo and the Wicked Witch of the West, and Owen's spent a lifetime making her meals, cutting her toenails and getting crunched by her cane. Then, one day, along comes Larry...and Owen sees the path to possible salvation.

Larry's having female problems of his own...in the form of an ex-wife who's really done him wrong. So, taking his cue from a Hitchcock thriller, Owen suggests they swap murders. After all, what are friends for? He'll murder Larry's lying, loathsome, conniving ex-wife - if Larry will only send Momma to her maker.

See how hilarious homicide can be when Danny DeVito and Billy Crystal star in this off-the-wall comedy hit and try to: "THROW MOMMA FROM THE TRAIN"

Review and Questions: Larry is struggling with his writing. His student Owen hasn't nearly a clue. After getting a little advice from Larry, Owen goes to see a Hitchcock movie. He sees Strangers on a Train, which gives him the inspiration for finally riding himself of his problems. The time it takes to get what he wants takes on a funny turn.

Was I hooked the first 15 minutes? The opening was okay, especially with Larry having a breakdown over his wife.

Did I enjoy the characters? Was the acting good? Loved this movie. The characters were very interesting.

How original is it? Never seen a movie played out like this.

Favorite Quotes/Scenes:

Larry: "I hate her and wish she was dead."

"The night was humid...class dismissed. I have an enormous headache in my eye. "

"Metaphorically, yes, specifically, without a doubt." (When asked by Beth, if he wants to kill his ex-wife"

Owen eats a chip and interrupts Larry and Beth's attempt at love making.

The train scene.

Hate's no good. Get rid of it Larry, or I'm leaving you.

Recommend: Anyone who wants a little fun with some murder. I know, sounds like an awful thing to say, but it is worth seeing.