Star Kid isn't necessarily the brightest star of films out there but it sure is worth watching for the family. The character Spencer meets "Cy," whom he enters and is able to become powerful. Spencer is a shy guy and finds it hard to...
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Star Kid isn't necessarily the brightest star of films out there but it sure is worth watching for the family. The character Spencer meets "Cy," whom he enters and is able to become powerful. Spencer is a shy guy and finds it hard to communicate with a girl he has a crush on. He's also the target for being picked on by the meaner, bigger bully kid.

The opening of Star Kid is great. You see a battle literally out of this world but the part that I found really great was the transition to Earth. When the shot focuses on Earth, it transitions to a marble on the ground (back on Earth). The effect from this is amazing and you would have to see it for yourself to understand.

So, the main character, Spencer doesn't want to upset anyone and tries to cope in awkward situations. However, things can just get too much for him at times. So, when he meets this Cyborg, he is able to get into him and take control. The differences between these characters is shown throughout the film (for example - not being able to understand jokes). It's your typical save the earth type-movie from invasion by the enemies.

There are plenty of funny moments and really well constructed scenes. This is something that hopefully the family can enjoy. With some added emotion and some decent acting - this makes it stand out that little bit more.