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All's Fair in Love & War
Julian, a young and ambitious mob boss, demands control of the rulership that the rival gangster leader Vinnie Mastrantonio possesses. Unwillingly, Mastantonio accepts Julians claims and they enter into a temporary agreement. Shortly after, Julian is visited by Haggerty and Murtaugh, two unscrupulous businessmen who offer him a huge amount of money to "take care of" their biggest competitor Conrad. But far too late, Julian discovers it's all a game to clear him out of the way and suddenly he's in the middle of a reckless gang war without any rules ...
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Plot Summary
In this romantic comedy, a college student finds himself caught in a whirlwind romance with the daughter of a notorious mob boss. He must navigate the dangerous and eccentric world of his girlfriend's family while trying to maintain his own identity and pursue his dreams.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising the chemistry between the leads and the humorous situations, while others found the plot to be predictable and derivative of other romantic comedies.
What Reviewers Say
Praiseworthy for its charming leads and lighthearted humor.
Criticized for its unoriginal storyline and occasional lack of depth.
Offers a pleasant, albeit unsurprising, romantic escapade.
Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the enjoyable performances of Brendan Fraser and Alicia Silverstone, and generally found the movie to be a fun and lighthearted watch, though some noted it didn't break new ground in the genre.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a more serious drama before being rewritten as a romantic comedy.
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