The Cover Girl and the Cop
The Cover Girl and the Cop

Movie spotlight

The Cover Girl and the Cop

1989
Movie
93 min
English

Julia Duffy is the cover girl and Dinah Manoff the cop in this made-for-TV contrivance.

Insights

IMDb5.1/10
Director: Kevin Van MeterGenres: Comedy, Crime, Action

Plot Summary

A naive, aspiring fashion model finds herself entangled with a tough, determined detective when she witnesses a crime. She reluctantly teams up with him to bring down a dangerous crime syndicate, leading to a series of chaotic and often humorous confrontations.

Critical Reception

The film received largely negative reviews from critics, with many citing its unoriginal plot, weak character development, and inconsistent tone. Audiences also found it to be a forgettable entry in the action-comedy genre of the late 80s.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a flimsy premise and predictable plot points.

  • Performances are generally uninspired, with little chemistry between the leads.

  • Lacks the action or humor to stand out in its genre.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally unimpressed, with comments often pointing to a low-budget feel and a lack of engaging entertainment.

Fun Fact

Despite its low profile, the film features an early role for actress Lori Petty, who would later gain recognition for her roles in 'Point Break' and 'A League of Their Own'.

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