Released on August 12, 1988, is an American science fiction film that has gained widespread notoriety as both an unabashed "E.T." knockoff and a feature-length commercial for major brands. The story follows a "Mysterious Alien Creature" (MAC) who is accidentally brought to Earth by a NASA probe and befriends Eric Cruise, a young boy who uses a wheelchair. Key Features and Infamy
: It won two Golden Raspberry Awards (Razzies) for Worst Director and Worst New Star (Ronald McDonald) while also receiving four Youth in Film Awards nominations. Mac and Me(1988)
: Despite its poor critical reception, the film is noted for casting Jade Calegory , a real-life wheelchair user with spina bifida, in the lead role—a rare move for 1988. Released on August 12, 1988, is an American