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Cash on Delivery
Retired gigolo Simon is engaged in antique trading and brokerage. His cousin Mike is a new gigolo who got into trouble and was caught in a lawsuit. Simon encountered Assistant Prosecutor Sandy in court. Eventually they fall in love with each other. Mrs. Liu and her husband Peter, a wealthy businessman, have no children, which makes the family very dissatisfied. They hire Simon to impregnate her. but she fell in love with Simon and pestered him obsessively. Simon accidentally killed Peter by mistake. Mrs. Liu accused Simon of murdering her husband. Sandy acted as Simon's defense lawyer and used her resourcefulness to get Simon acquitted.
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Plot Summary
A mild-mannered insurance salesman stumbles upon a scheme involving stolen diamonds and a dead body, forcing him into a dangerous game of deception. He must navigate a treacherous underworld of criminals and double-crosses to clear his name and survive. The situation escalates with a corrupt detective and a femme fatale adding to the peril.
Critical Reception
Cash on Delivery received a mixed to negative reception, with critics largely panning its convoluted plot and uneven tone. While some noted the potential for a stylish crime thriller, the execution fell short, often criticized for its predictability and lack of depth. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, failing to garner significant attention or acclaim.
What Reviewers Say
The film suffers from a predictable plot and a confusing narrative.
Performances are generally uninspired, failing to elevate the material.
Lacks the suspense and wit expected of a crime comedy.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Cash on Delivery are scarce, but existing feedback suggests a general lack of engagement with the film. It is often described as a forgettable crime caper with little to distinguish it from other genre entries.
Fun Fact
Director Sidney J. Furie, known for films like 'The Ipcress File' and 'Iron Eagle,' directed 'Cash on Delivery' later in his career, exploring a different genre.
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