Cadillac Man
Cadillac Man

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Cadillac Man

1990
Movie
97 min
English

Joe's a car salesman with a problem—he has two days to sell 12 cars or he loses his job. This would be a difficult task at the best of times but Joe has to contend with his girlfriends (he's two-timing), a missing teenage daughter and an ex-wife.

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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes29%
Metacritic49/100
Google Users59%
Director: Roger DonaldsonGenres: Comedy, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

Larry (Robin Williams), a charismatic but struggling husband and father, finds himself in a desperate situation when his secret gambling debts threaten to ruin his life. Facing eviction from his home and the potential loss of his family, he takes a job at a rundown Cadillac dealership. There, he must contend with a manipulative boss and a looming deadline to sell cars, all while trying to keep his financial troubles a secret from his wife and an inquisitive rival salesman.

Critical Reception

Cadillac Man received a mixed to negative reception from critics. While Robin Williams' comedic performance was often cited as a highlight, many found the film's plot to be formulaic and the humor to be hit-or-miss. The supporting cast and the dealership setting also drew varied opinions, with some finding them engaging and others feeling they were underdeveloped.

What Reviewers Say

  • Robin Williams' energetic performance is largely wasted on a predictable and uneven script.

  • The film struggles to balance its comedic aspirations with its dramatic undertones, often falling flat.

  • Despite a few bright spots, the overall premise feels contrived and lacks genuine depth.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a split sentiment, with some appreciating Robin Williams' comedic efforts and finding the story entertaining enough for a light watch. However, many felt the movie was forgettable and lacked originality, with a plot that didn't fully engage them.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Queens, New York City, and the dilapidated car dealership used in the movie was a real, abandoned establishment that the production team refurbished for filming.

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GenerationofSwine

GenerationofSwin...

I just got done showing it to my wife... and did the same thing that my dad did to me, where I told her that it was going to start off kind of slow and then really pick up out of the clear blue sky. And of course she was born in 91, had ...