Foreigner in Mexico, 1995

A down-on-his-luck American tourist, who is mistaken for a secret agent in Mexico, gets entangled in a dangerous espionage plot. He must rely on his wits and a local contact to survive the chaos and uncover the truth. The film follows his increasingly absurd and perilous journey through the vibrant but treacherous Mexican landscape.

Foreigner in Mexico received overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics and was a box office disappointment. Many panned its predictable plot, unfunny jokes, and uninspired action sequences, considering it a low point in the careers of its cast and director.

• A generic and uninspired action-comedy with a weak plot.

• The humor falls flat, and the action sequences are cliché.

• Charlie Sheen's performance fails to elevate the material.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate disappointment with the film's lack of originality and humor. Many found the plot predictable and the performances unconvincing, leading to a generally poor reception.

None notable.

The film was originally intended to be a more serious action thriller but was re-written as a comedy, which many critics felt was a detrimental change.