Mobsters and Mormons
When Carmine “The Beans” Pasquale is nabbed by the FBI, he decides to testify against his mafia boss and go into the Witness Relocation Program with his wife Gina and son Vincent. Now known as George, Linda and Patrick Cheeseman, the Pasquale family is sent to suburban Utah to begin their new life. But can the “Cheesemans” survive in a world where everyone is Mormon, all coffee is bad and scrapbooking reigns supreme?
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Plot Summary
A low-level mobster is tasked with hiding out in the seemingly quiet and wholesome community of a Mormon town after a botched job. He attempts to blend in with the local churchgoers, leading to a series of humorous cultural clashes and misunderstandings.
Critical Reception
Mobsters and Mormons was released direct-to-video and received a mixed reception, largely seen as a lighthearted comedy with a niche appeal. While some praised its unique premise and attempts at humor, others found it to be formulaic and somewhat predictable.
What Reviewers Say
- Offers a fish-out-of-water comedy premise with some amusing cultural clashes.
- The humor can be hit-or-miss, relying heavily on stereotypes.
- A straightforward, if somewhat predictable, comedy narrative.
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Fun Fact
The film was produced by an independent studio, KSL, which is affiliated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, adding an interesting layer to its production and subject matter.
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