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Delivery Boys
The Delivery Boys, a New York squad of breakdancing young men who work for a local pizza place, enter a breakdance contest in the hopes of winning a $10,000 prize. The Devil Dogs, a rival group of breakdancers, arrange for the Delivery Boys to be sent on unusual pizza deliveries to delay them. Can the Delivery Boys navigate these strange, sexually charged deliveries and make it to the breakdancing contest in time?
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Plot Summary
In Los Angeles, a group of young bike messengers, known as the 'Delivery Boys,' become entangled in a dangerous world of crime and corruption. When one of their own is murdered, the remaining messengers must band together to uncover the truth and seek justice. Their investigation leads them into the city's underbelly, facing off against ruthless criminals and corrupt officials.
Critical Reception
Delivery Boys was largely met with negative reviews from critics, who often cited its derivative plot, uninspired direction, and inconsistent tone. While some performances received passing notices, the film struggled to find an audience and is generally considered a minor entry in the 1980s action genre.
What Reviewers Say
Criticized for its predictable plot and lack of originality.
The film's pacing and action sequences were often deemed uninspired.
Performances were generally considered unremarkable, failing to elevate the material.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Delivery Boys' is not widely documented, but available commentary suggests a mixed to negative sentiment, with many viewers finding it a forgettable action film lacking significant entertainment value.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in Los Angeles, aiming to capture the gritty urban environment of the time.
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