House Party
Young Kid has been invited to a party at his friend Play's house. But after a fight at school, Kid's father grounds him. None the less, Kid sneaks out when his father falls asleep. But Kid doesn't know that three of the thugs at school have decided to give him a lesson in behavior.
Critics Sentiment
House party reaches peak with dancing and energetic hip hop atmosphere
Kid and bullies caught and humiliated by neighborhood police officers
The film jumps from its lowest point during the heavy-handed police harassment scene to its absolute peak when the actual house party begins, showing a 2.7 point swing.
Critics found House Party most successful during its energetic party and dance sequences, particularly praising the authentic hip-hop culture representation and Robin Harris's comedic performance as Pop. While some found the plot repetitive and the humor inconsistent, most appreciated its fresh take on teen comedy with positive African-American characters and infectious early 90s style. The film works best when embracing its party atmosphere but struggles during slower character moments and heavy-handed social commentary.
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Christopher Reid
Kid
Christopher Martin
Play
Paul Anthony
Stab
Bowlegged Lou
Pee-Wee
B-Fine
Zilla
Tisha Campbell
Sidney
A.J. Johnson
Sharane
Martin Lawrence
Bilal
John Witherspoon
Mr. Strickland
Barry Diamond
Cop #1
Mike Pniewski
Cop #2
George Clinton
D.J.
Kelly Jo Minter
LaDonna
Robin Harris
Pop
Edith Fields
Principal
Clifton Powell
Sharane's Brother
Verda Bridges
Sharane's Sister
Desi Arnez Hines II
Peanut
Ludie C. Washington
Uncle Otis
Kimi-Sung
Sunni
Crew
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