

Big Trouble
The story of how a mysterious suitcase brings together, and changes, the lives of a divorced dad, an unhappy housewife, two hitmen, a pair of street thugs, two love struck teens, two FBI men and a psychedelic toad. Based on Pulitzer Prize-winning humorist Dave Barry's best-selling first novel, "Big Trouble."
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Plot Summary
A divorced father, an unhappily married wife, and a pair of hired killers all find themselves caught in a whirlwind of mistaken identities and escalating chaos. Their paths collide when a mysterious briefcase and an impending assassination attempt turn a simple day into a wild, unpredictable adventure across New York City. The convoluted plot involves a slew of eccentric characters and a series of unfortunate events that test the limits of their survival.
Critical Reception
Big Trouble was met with generally negative reviews from critics, who found the film's convoluted plot and reliance on slapstick humor to be tiresome. Audiences also seemed unimpressed, contributing to its poor box office performance.
What Reviewers Say
- The film suffers from an overstuffed and confusing plot.
- The humor often falls flat, relying too heavily on slapstick and caricatures.
- Despite a talented cast, the characters are broadly drawn and lack depth.
Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed-to-negative reception, with many finding the movie chaotic and not particularly funny. Some viewers appreciated the ensemble cast's efforts, but the convoluted storyline and lack of consistent humor were common complaints.
Fun Fact
The film's convoluted plot was famously difficult for even its own stars to follow, with many actors reportedly not understanding what was happening during filming.
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