About Honey, I Shrunk the Kids

"Honey, I Shrunk the Kids" is an iconic American sci-fi comedy film released in 1989, directed by Joe Johnston. Its fascinating story revolves around an eccentric inventor who accidentally shrinks his two teenage kids and two other neighborhood teens to the size of insects. Now the teens must fight diminutive dangers as the father searches for them.

Making / Production

The film is known for its groundbreaking visual effects, which were done by Industrial Light & Magic (ILM). It took more than a year to complete, with the principal photography taking place in Mexico City. The giant sets required to depict the shrunken kids' journey through their backyard were some of the largest ever built at the time.

Actors

• Rick Moranis as Wayne Szalinski: An eccentric inventor who accidentally shrinks his kids.
• Marcia Strassman as Diane Szalinski: A loving mother who is often exasperated by her husband's antics.
• Amy O'Neill as Amy Szalinski: The intelligent and resourceful teenage daughter.
• Robert Oliveri as Nick Szalinski: The curious and adventurous younger brother.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film was originally developed as a teen horror film called "Teenie Weenies".
• The ants in the film were life-sized models controlled by puppeteers.
• The film spawned a sequel, "Honey, I Blew Up the Kid", and also a TV series

Awards

Although the film didn't win any major awards, it was well received by audiences and has since become a beloved family classic.

Quotes

• "Honey, I shrunk the kids." - Wayne Szalinski
• "That's great, dad. Can I eat?" - Nick Szalinski
• "You mean you were up all night and the machine is still broken?" - Diane Szalinski

Music, Soundtrack

• "Great Egg Adventure" - James Horner
• "Scorpion Attack" - James Horner
• "Ant Rodeo" - James Horner