Dead Solid Perfect
Dead Solid Perfect

Dead Solid Perfect

1988Movie93 minEnglish

A second-string pro golfer desperate for his shot at success tours the country.

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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Dan CurtisGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A hard-drinking, womanizing insurance salesman is sent to a remote golf resort to close a big deal. However, his personal demons and the temptations of the resort threaten to derail his career and personal life. He finds himself in a battle of wills with his boss and wrestling with his own destructive behavior amidst the pressure of the golf tournament.

Critical Reception

Dead Solid Perfect was a made-for-television movie that received mixed reviews. While some critics praised its sharp dialogue and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Randy Quaid, others found the story to be somewhat formulaic and the portrayal of its protagonist's struggles to be a bit too bleak for a comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Randy Quaid's performance is a standout, capturing the essence of a flawed but charismatic character.
  • The film offers a humorous yet poignant look at the excesses and pressures of corporate life.
  • Some viewers found the character's journey to be predictable and lacking in emotional depth.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented or easily accessible for this made-for-television film.

Fun Fact

The film was based on the novel of the same name by Dan Jenkins, a renowned sportswriter and author known for his golf-themed novels.

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