Two of a Kind
Two of a Kind

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Two of a Kind

1983
Movie
94 min
Italian

Italian comedy in two episodes starring a house painter who emigrated to Switzerland who pretends to be a millionaire and an employee on holiday in Kenya, the victim of catastrophic misadventures.

Insights

IMDb5.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes20%
Director: John IrvinGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

Two strangers, a failed artist and a lonely, divorced puppeteer, meet and fall in love while contemplating suicide on the same night. They discover that they have been pawns in a celestial game orchestrated by God and the Devil, who have placed bets on whether the couple can overcome their personal demons and stay together.

Critical Reception

Two of a Kind was poorly received by critics and audiences alike, failing to capture the magic of Travolta and Newton-John's previous collaboration, Grease. The film was widely panned for its weak script, heavy-handed themes, and uneven performances, leading to significant box office disappointment.

What Reviewers Say

  • Criticized for its convoluted and often preachy storyline.

  • The chemistry between the leads, while present, was not enough to salvage the film.

  • The supernatural premise felt underdeveloped and tacked on.

Google audience: Audience reception for Two of a Kind appears to be largely negative, with many viewers finding the plot confusing and the film's message unclear. While some appreciated the return of the Travolta-Newton-John pairing, the overall consensus suggests disappointment with the execution and thematic content.

Fun Fact

The film was originally conceived as a vehicle for Dudley Moore and Goldie Hawn before John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John were cast.

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