Ebert’s half-star review is noted as an unprecedented low in the show’s run, and his anger at the film’s premise is contrasted with Siskel’s response.

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Ebert’s half-star review is noted as an unprecedented low in the show’s run, and his anger at the film’s premise is contrasted with Siskel’s response.

Casting What-Ifs

An abandoned 1988 version with Michael Klesic as Henry and Jesse Bradford, with Mary Steenburgen as the mother, is discussed.

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An abandoned 1988 version with a different Henry, Jesse Bradford, and Mary Steenburgen is discussed.

Picking Nits

The investigation of Richard’s death and the adults’ delayed arrival at the cliff are challenged.

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The investigation of Richard’s death and the adults’ delayed arrival at the cliff are challenged.

Probably Unanswerable Questions

The panel imagines the family’s explanation the next day and questions Mark leaving the devastated Maine household.

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The panel imagines the family’s explanation the next day and questions Mark leaving the devastated Maine household.

Best Double Feature

Mikey and The Bad Seed are distinct choices; Home Alone is discussed as a thematic pairing.

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Mikey and The Bad Seed are distinct choices; Home Alone is discussed as a thematic pairing.