Lucky Break
Lucky Break

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Lucky Break

1991
Movie
Adult · 18+
75 min
English

They've done hard time, now they want hard sex!

Insights

IMDb5.1/10
Director: Joe CoatesGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

A hapless accountant is mistaken for a mob hitman and gets caught up in a dangerous web of crime and mistaken identities. He must navigate the criminal underworld while trying to prove his innocence and survive.

Critical Reception

Lucky Break received a generally mixed to negative reception from critics, with some praising its comedic elements and energetic performances, while others found the plot convoluted and the humor to be hit-or-miss. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating its lighthearted take on crime tropes, while others found it to be a forgettable entry in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Some reviewers found the mistaken identity premise amusing, albeit predictable.

  • The performances were occasionally highlighted as a bright spot, particularly Robert Pastorelli.

  • Many critics pointed to a lack of originality and a somewhat thin plot.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Lucky Break are scarce, but those available suggest a mixed reception. Some viewers enjoyed the comedic aspects and the lead actor's performance, finding it a light and entertaining film. However, others found the story to be uninspired and the humor not consistently effective.

Fun Fact

The film was notably one of the early appearances for actor Robert Pastorelli, who would later gain wider recognition for his role as Eldin Berglas in the TV show 'Murphy Brown'.

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