Tweekums When New Yorker Allen Bauer was eight years old he jumped off a boat near Cape Cod and met a young mermaid; twenty years later he believes he must have imagined it. Then one day he returns to Cape Cod and falls into the water; he wakes on a beach having been rescued by the mermaid… although by the time he sees her she has legs; we later learn she only has her tail when she is wet. She then disappears into the sea and he returns home. She finds the wallet he dropped then follows him back to New York. Here she is arrested while walking around naked by the Statue of Liberty; the police contact Allen and he takes her home. She quickly learns to speak English, from watching TV, soon after she takes the name Madison, after the Avenue. The two of them start to enjoy their time together… she tells him that she can only stay a few days and that she has a secret… obviously he has no idea what it is as he rapidly falls in love with her. Meanwhile scientist Walter Kornbluth is determined to find Madison and prove what she really is.This is a fun romantic comedy with a fairly obvious twist… namely the fact that Madison is a mermaid. The romantic plot is pleasant enough and there are plenty of laughs throughout the film as well as a degree of tension when her secret is exposed. Tom Hanks does a fine job as Allen Bauer and Daryl Hannah is great as Madison; making her unbelievable character believable. They are ably supported by John Candy who manages to walk the fine line between being hilarious and being annoying as Allen's brother Freddie and Eugene Levy who also provides plenty of laughs as Kornbluth; especially when his character keeps getting beaten up for soaking the wrong woman. Overall I'd certainly recommend this to anybody looking for an utterly charming film with almost nothing to offend.

Irishchatter This must have the most kisses you have ever seen on any film, gee it's very romantic! Darryl Hannah and Tom Hanks developed such great relationship with playing their characters. It was funny hearing Tom Hanks shouts, no wonder he got the job of playing Woody in Toy Story. They probably scanned this movie right and well done for them putting him on the Disney team! I liked John Candy acting as his flirty older brother, he really did fit the part! I was surprised to think that he didn't get a woman in the end but oh well, he'll find more lol!Honestly, I would definitely consider this a movie to watch on Valentines day as it's just adorable!

Python Hyena Splash (1984): Dir: Ron Howard / Cast: Tom Hanks, Daryl Hannah, John Candy, Eugene Levy, Richard B. Shull: Bizarre romantic comedy about events that impact our lives. Tom Hanks plays Allen Bauer who runs a fruit stand with his brother Freddie, played by John Candy. When Allen was a boy he nearly drown but was saved by what he believes was a mermaid. Central plot regards a reconnection with this mermaid when a boating accident ends up with him on shore with a head injury. She takes the name Madison and conceals her identity because she can only form her tail when she is wet. Eugene Levy plays Walter Kornbluth who attempts to expose Madison as a mermaid. His attempts have aggressive yet amusing consequences. Ron Howard elevates beyond his previous directing efforts Grand Theft Auto and Night Shift by creating a genuine sense of romance and acceptance. While the ending draws questions Howard proves capable of bigger challenges. Daryl Hannah brings a stunning innocence as Madison who learns fast but struggles to maintain a concealed identity until it becomes public. Tom Hanks as Allen brings confidence yet bewilderment at this strange beautiful woman. John Candy as Freddie is perverse yet loyal in assisting his brother. Levy brings the pratfalls as Walter who has a change of heart. Other roles are typical but the theme of love and connection make the biggest splash. Score: 8 ½ / 10

g-bodyl Before Tom Hanks became known for his dramatic turns, he used to be a funnyman and a successful one at that as shown in the 1980's. Splash is one of his early films and it showcases his talent. This is also an early directorial effort by Ron Howard and it is a very good one. As a romantic comedy, one may have to suspend disbelief because of the far-fletched plot. But the film itself is very likable and funny. It will endear to nearly everyone, especially fans of Tom Hanks.Howard's film is about a Manhattan bachelor named Allen Bauer who falls in love with a mermaid from Cape Cod and when their romance is made public, they must fight to save the mermaid's existence......and their love.This is Tom Hanks at his funniest. He is a really funny guy, and the film proves that. He makes many jokes and even is adept at physical humor. However, he does show a very sentimental side which comes very useful in the film. Daryl Hannah does a good job as the mermaid, even if she does learn the entire language of English in six hours. Eugene Levy was fantastic as the man trying to prove the urban legend is real. Finally, as always, John Candy is pathetically dumb but really funny and sweet-hearted in the film.Overall, Splash is a very endearing rom-com and it is a different style from what we are used to seeing with these kind of films and that is fine with me. It may not be entirely believable, but the film is about how love can find anyone, even the working man. This is a very good film and from what I see, not many people have seen this film, at least my generation hasn't. I rate this film 9/10.