Nostalgia hits hard with this one! It’s not the greatest movie ever, but it sure is fun! The style and vibe going on with most of this film really stands on its own. They don’t make them like this anymore, which makes me jump to the conclusion that most people watching this for the first time will be more conflicted than those with nostalgia. Regardless, good time and worth watching. Rating: 3/5 - 75% - Worth Watching

Little Monsters presents an entertaining and creative fantasy tale, but it’s a little too unfocused and superficial. When Brian sets out to prove to his brother that there are no monsters in his bedroom, he discovers that not only are monsters real but that they come from a wondrous, magical world. Fred Savage and Howie Mandel lead the cast and make for a fun comedic duo. But, the story is weak and the comedy is overly juvenile. The makeup and effects are rather interesting, yet they’re not put to much use. While it works at times, Little Monsters ultimately fails to deliver the whimsical adventure that it promises.

It's not the most original movie in the world, borrowing a lot of things from other 80s movies. Howie Mandel does his best Beetlejuice impression, and the whole world under the bed is very reminiscent of the underworld from Beetlejuice as well. There's also shades of Ghostbusters, The Goonies, Time Bandits, and maybe even a bit of Labyrinth in here... However, the movie still takes all of these influences and basically wears them on its sleeve. Creating something that while perhaps less impressive overall, is still wholly competent and entertaining in its own right.

**An obnoxious kid meets an equally obnoxious monster and find friendship by wreaking havoc on the lives of little children. A great idea that doesn't quite translate to a great film. Nevertheless, the design of final villain is first-rate.**

Definitely a classic from my childhood. I thought watching it 30 years later would be a disappointment, but it was actually still enjoyable.