Nicky Deuce
Nicky Deuce

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Nicky Deuce

2013
Movie
68 min
English

Teen Nicholas Borelli gets the surprise of his sheltered life when he ends up spending the summer with a cast of eccentric relatives in Brooklyn, N.Y.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Bob BendetsonGenres: Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

A shy, nerdy teenager named Nicky is sent to spend the summer with his accountant uncle, whom he soon discovers is a high-ranking mob boss. While trying to navigate the complex world of organized crime and his own awkward adolescence, Nicky learns valuable life lessons about family, loyalty, and bravery. He also gets involved in a turf war and has to find a way to use his intellect to help his newfound relatives.

Critical Reception

Nicky Deuce was primarily a made-for-television movie, receiving a mixed to positive reception. It was praised for its lighthearted approach to mob stereotypes and its comedic performances, particularly from its ensemble cast of veteran actors known for their roles in crime dramas. While not critically acclaimed, it was seen as an enjoyable and accessible family-friendly comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its humor derived from familiar mob tropes.

  • Appreciated for its integration of family-friendly themes into a crime-adjacent narrative.

  • Performances from the cast, known for their roles in gangster films, were a highlight.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for 'Nicky Deuce' is not readily available, but general audience reception often points to it being a fun, albeit somewhat predictable, comedic take on mob life suitable for families.

Fun Fact

The film was produced by Steve Schirripa, who also stars in it, and was intended to be a family-friendly introduction to the world of mob movies for younger audiences.

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