

Blast from the Past
Following a bomb scare in the 1960s that locked the Webers into their bomb shelter for 35 years, Adam now ventures forth into Los Angeles to obtain food and supplies for his family, and a non-mutant wife for himself.
Critics Sentiment
Adam attracts women at the 1940s swing nightclub
Adam reveals his underground past and Eve rejects him
The film drops from its peak at the swing club to its lowest point when Eve rejects Adam after learning the truth about his past, a swing of 2.3 points.
Blast from the Past maintains consistently positive reception throughout most of its runtime, with reviewers praising Brendan Fraser's charming performance and the original premise. The film peaks during Adam's fish-out-of-water adventures in modern society, particularly the swing club sequence, before experiencing a brief dip during the dramatic revelation. Critics consistently appreciated the feel-good nature, genuine chemistry between leads, and the film's ability to balance comedy with heart.
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Brendan Fraser
Adam

Alicia Silverstone
Eve

Christopher Walken
Calvin

Sissy Spacek
Helen

Dave Foley
Troy

Joey Slotnick
Soda Jerk

Rex Linn
Dave

Deborah Kellner
Miss Sweet

Nathan Fillion
Cliff

Jenifer Lewis
Dr. Aron
Cynthia Mace
Betty

Don Yesso
Jerry

Carmen More
Sophie

Dale Raoul
Mom
Hayden Tank
Adam age 3 1/2
Ryan Sparks
Adam age 8

Douglas Smith
Adam age 11

Scott Thomson
Young Psycho
Ted Kairys
Navy Pilot

Harry S. Murphy
Bob
Crew
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