Stark Raving Mad
Stark Raving Mad

Stark Raving Mad

2002Movie101 minEnglish

A crook quietly plots his revenge against the boss who murdered his brother while working for him.

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IMDb5.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes11%
Metacritic21/100
Google Users42%
Director: Drew GodardGenres: Comedy, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

Ben, a mild-mannered bank teller, is unexpectedly thrust into a dangerous world when he gets entangled with a group of quirky bank robbers. Mistaken for a getaway driver, he finds himself on the run with the eccentric criminals, leading to a series of chaotic and often absurd situations. Ben must navigate this perilous journey while trying to figure out how to escape the clutches of both the law and his newfound, unpredictable associates.

Critical Reception

Stark Raving Mad was met with overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics, who largely panned its uninspired plot, crude humor, and weak performances. Audiences also showed little interest, contributing to its poor box office performance.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a derivative and unfocused script.
  • Humor is often forced and relies heavily on predictable gags.
  • Performances are generally considered weak and unengaging.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate disappointment with the film's lack of originality and humor, with many finding it to be a forgettable comedy.

Fun Fact

The film was initially intended to be a darker thriller but was heavily re-edited into a comedy, contributing to its disjointed tone and critical failure.

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