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The Stick Up
Duke Turnbeau (David Soul) has come to England, in the 1930s, as a way to improve his fortunes. For some reason, he believes that his larcenous ways will bring him prosperity in the country which at one time or another has had rulership over a large portion of the globe. While there, he meets Rosie McCratchit (Pamela McMyler), a lovely Irish gal who could do with some improvement in her fortunes as well. Together, they have a series of legal, quasi-legal and definitely illegal adventures, including Duke's cow-roping and Rosie's response to the mud-wrestling challenge of the Amazon Lady, as well as an attempted armored-car robbery.
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Plot Summary
A small-time crook orchestrates a series of escalating robberies, driven by ambition and a desperate need for money. As his operations grow bolder, he finds himself entangled with dangerous individuals and facing increasing pressure from law enforcement. The film chronicles his descent into a world of crime where every decision carries potentially fatal consequences.
Critical Reception
The Stick Up was met with mixed reviews, with some critics praising its gritty portrayal of criminal life and its performances, while others found its narrative predictable and somewhat underdeveloped. It is often regarded as an early, albeit somewhat rough, effort from director Tony Scott.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its raw, street-level depiction of crime and desperation.
Criticized for a somewhat formulaic plot and pacing issues.
Seen as an interesting early work by Tony Scott, showcasing his visual style.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'The Stick Up' is not widely documented through Google user reviews, making it difficult to ascertain specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
This film marked one of Tony Scott's earliest directorial efforts in feature films, predating his more widely recognized works like 'Top Gun' and 'True Romance'.
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