Pair of Aces
Pair of Aces

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Pair of Aces

1990
Movie
100 min
English

A Texas Ranger has to protect his two daughters as he investigates a serial killer who is attacking cheerleaders. Meanwhile he finds himself working with a safe cracker who claims to be innocent of the charges filed against him.

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Willard CarrollGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A down-on-his-luck former baseball star, desperate for money, teams up with a former teammate to pull off a heist. They plan to steal a valuable baseball card from a collector's safe, believing it's their ticket to a better life. However, their ill-conceived plan quickly goes awry, leading to a series of comedic mishaps and unexpected challenges.

Critical Reception

Pair of Aces received a generally lukewarm reception from critics, with many finding its plot predictable and its humor unfocused. While some appreciated the performances of the lead actors, the film was largely considered a forgettable entry in the sports comedy genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles to balance its comedic and dramatic elements.

  • Performances are adequate, but not enough to elevate the weak script.

  • A predictable plot that offers few surprises.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Pair of Aces are scarce, but those available suggest a mixed to negative reception, with viewers often citing a lack of originality and uneven pacing as key drawbacks.

Fun Fact

Despite the baseball theme, the film did not achieve significant box office success or critical acclaim, making it a lesser-known work for its cast and director.

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