Flop
Flop

Flop

1990Movie100 minSpanish

A review of fiction about the life of Florencio Parravicini.

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IMDb3.9/10
Director: Robert ButlerGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A group of down-on-their-luck aspiring actors in Hollywood attempt to make it big in the cutthroat industry. Facing constant rejection and disappointment, they resort to increasingly desperate measures to get noticed, blurring the lines between ambition and self-destruction. The film explores the harsh realities and often absurd nature of chasing fame.

Critical Reception

Flop received a largely negative reception from critics, who found its humor forced and its portrayal of aspiring actors to be shallow. Audiences were similarly unimpressed, leading to its status as a critical and commercial failure. The film is often cited as a prime example of a misguided attempt to satirize Hollywood.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's comedic attempts fall flat, lacking wit and originality.
  • Characters are underdeveloped and unsympathetic, making it difficult to engage with their struggles.
  • The satire of Hollywood feels heavy-handed and ultimately unsuccessful.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for 'Flop' is not readily available, but its critical reception suggests a lack of positive audience engagement.

Fun Fact

Despite its title and reception, 'Flop' was one of Rory Cochrane's earliest film roles before he gained wider recognition for his work in films like 'Dazed and Confused' and the TV series 'CSI: Miami'.

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