Who's the Man?
Who's the Man?

Who's the Man?

1993Movie85 minEnglish

Ed Lover and Doctor Dre are two inept barbers. Deciding that maybe they ought to find another line of work, they join the police. A big mistake, as far as their duty sergeant, Sgt Cooper is concerned, who proceeds to harass them at every turn. Despite this, they discover a major crime, and proceed to solve it in their own unusual fashion.

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IMDb5.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes17%
Google Users37%
Director: Ted DemmeGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

Two aspiring DJs, driven by boredom and a desire for excitement, decide to rob a pawn shop to get rich quick. However, their poorly planned heist goes awry, thrusting them into a dangerous world of organized crime and mistaken identities. They find themselves entangled with a ruthless crime boss and a determined detective, leading to a series of chaotic and comedic mishaps.

Critical Reception

Who's the Man? received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who found its plot predictable and its humor inconsistent. While some praised its energetic cast and hip-hop soundtrack, many felt the film lacked originality and relied too heavily on tired comedic tropes. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with the film failing to make a significant commercial impact.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a weak and derivative plot.
  • Humor is often forced and inconsistent.
  • Relies heavily on the charisma of its lead actors and soundtrack.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate that while some viewers found the film's comedic moments and soundtrack enjoyable, many felt it was a forgettable comedy with a predictable storyline and unimpressive performances.

Fun Fact

The film features an early acting role for Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson, though his part was ultimately cut from the final release.

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