The performances transcend the film's tropes, grounding it in characters that feel more complete than this subgenre often produces.

This story has more twists and turns than a second-rate soap opera.

It's a movie as timely as it is provocative and amazingly, for much of its running time, it is weirdly funny.

It is a whirlwind of delight --- attractive actors, stunning couture, spectacular sets and outrageous parties. It's a feast for the eyes. But what really makes this dramedy work is the acting.

Personally I enjoyed this film but I understand it's not to everyone's taste. The flintstones has a nice and simple plot that is easy to follow along, even if you have never watched the show. Yes it was a silly film but I think it's nice to just relax and enjoy it. The film does manage to create an interesting portrayal of what life would be like if the Stone Age was a little bit different.

It's great if you want it to watch it, yes. If you have Mono and are laying around all day and if you just went to the doctor like I did. Number one, It's very funny. Second of all, you can kind of see fake history. Third of all you can say whatever you want. But forth of all...overall... it's awesome.One thing I liked is that is that... just everything. There's nothing that's bad.

I like The Flintstones, and I am a fan of the animated series, so it's inevitable I would watch this movie at some point. I enjoyed it for what it was as a child - it was okay! I remember the animated show appearing on Boomerang, and use to watch plenty of episodes especially before heading off to school. It's just a stand-alone movie to the animated series, and there's not much difference between the two - really! It was good that it was made since The Flintstones was still a popular show back then otherwise it never would've been made. The movie shouldn't be taken too seriously, and should be enjoyed for what it was. Yes, it does have flaws, and the story can seem a bit vague, but that shouldn't stop you from enjoying it. If you're a fan of The Flintstones, watch it otherwise don't. Just be glad that there is actually a movie about this show. The Flintstones is another one of these cool 90s movies we've been blessed with.

I agree that this is different from the cartoon, but I like the differences. That doesn't mean I like the cartoons less. I just like them both in different ways.I especially loved the moments where the music sounded just like the cartoon, when they took time to recreate frequently used images from the cartoon series.I'm old enough to remember when Flintstones and Jetsons were a Friday evening prime time staple. Our paperboy would time it so that he'd collect the 57 cent per week subscription rate from my parents just before the shows started, then leave afterward.I look forward to seeing this again in a few years.John