Former "Life with Mikey" kid Michael J. Fox (as Michael "Mikey" Chapman) is now a thirty-something New York City agent for young performers. The ex-TV sit-com star is the slacker half of a partnership with brother Nathan Lane (as Ed Chapman). Their receptionist is loyal Cyndi Lauper (as Geena), who most memorably sang "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" (1984) as a pop star. Presently, Mr. Fox and Mr. Lane survive mainly due to the success of obnoxious David Krumholtz (as Barry Corman); this film parallels Mr. Krumholtz' scripted contribution as his is the most satisfying characterization...
Fox hopes their fortunes increase with the signing of mature 10-year-old Christina Vidal (as Angela "Angie" Vega), a girl he meets under odd circumstances. A violent street thief, young Vidal includes Fox in a round of pick-pocketing. Fox figures her out and tries to retrieve his wallet. Vidal assaults Fox and threatens him with a knife. Wounded from a kick, Fox manages to catch up with Vidal and is impressed with her acting. He estimates she will make $250,000, including his 10% commission...
However, there are complications...
Throughout the story, youngsters audition poorly. Late in the running time, listen for one, Anaysha Figueroa (as Kimberly Denise Jackson), to end the unrelentingly awful auditions with a fine vocal. Most of the other kids must be better than they sound here. Vidal is cute, though her character's flaws make her unworthy of fame and fortune. However, she is a vegetarian. Fox performs capably, as he knows how to do in comedy situations. It's not enough to lift this flat material. As you might be expecting with this sort of film, Vidal and Fox learn from each other and get on with their lives. You should, too.
*** Life with Mikey (6/4/93) James Lapine ~ Michael J. Fox, Christina Vidal, Nathan Lane, David Krumholtz
Fox hopes their fortunes increase with the signing of mature 10-year-old Christina Vidal (as Angela "Angie" Vega), a girl he meets under odd circumstances. A violent street thief, young Vidal includes Fox in a round of pick-pocketing. Fox figures her out and tries to retrieve his wallet. Vidal assaults Fox and threatens him with a knife. Wounded from a kick, Fox manages to catch up with Vidal and is impressed with her acting. He estimates she will make $250,000, including his 10% commission...
However, there are complications...
Throughout the story, youngsters audition poorly. Late in the running time, listen for one, Anaysha Figueroa (as Kimberly Denise Jackson), to end the unrelentingly awful auditions with a fine vocal. Most of the other kids must be better than they sound here. Vidal is cute, though her character's flaws make her unworthy of fame and fortune. However, she is a vegetarian. Fox performs capably, as he knows how to do in comedy situations. It's not enough to lift this flat material. As you might be expecting with this sort of film, Vidal and Fox learn from each other and get on with their lives. You should, too.
*** Life with Mikey (6/4/93) James Lapine ~ Michael J. Fox, Christina Vidal, Nathan Lane, David Krumholtz