Son in Law (1993)

Son in Law is one of those ‘90s comedies that sneaks up on you: it looks like a goofy fish-out-of-water romp, then wins you over with a surprisingly warm heart and an easy, crowd-pleasing charm. Pauly Shore’s Crawl is pure chaotic sunshine—quirky, oddly earnest, and consistently funny—turning culture-clash awkwardness into something endearing instead of mean-spirited. The movie’s vibe is breezy and feel-good, balancing broad laughs with a gentle romantic pulse and just enough sincerity to make the relationships matter. If Shore’s offbeat persona isn’t your flavor it may not convert you, but if you’re even mildly curious, this is a cult-classic comfort watch that earns its sweetness.

Son in Law is trying to be a sweet fish-out-of-water rom-com about a sheltered farm girl finding confidence, with culture-clash laughs and a Thanksgiving homecoming twist. The problem is it’s built on a very familiar, paint-by-numbers setup, and the comedy leans hard on loud, juvenile antics that can feel more tiresome than funny if Pauly Shore’s persona doesn’t click with you. A lot of the humor is predictable and occasionally obnoxious, so if you want sharper writing or subtler charm, this will likely test your patience. That said, it has an easygoing early-’90s vibe and a few genuinely warm moments, so it can work as lightweight comfort viewing for fans of broad, goofy comedy.