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Max & Bobo
Max is a Sicilian living in Brussels who makes a living as a hairdresser. His flourishing business goes bankrupt when he gets hairdresser's eczema overnight. He loses his customers and his wife. What is more, he is in trouble with the law. At the police station, he encounters heavyweight Bobo who asks him for all his money. When Max refuses, Bobo gets the impression that he must be tough. In reality, he just wants to be left alone. In his good old days, Max never cared for anyone, so now there is no one he can turn to. Bobo, who spent all his life in foster homes and youth centers, seems to be the only one to care for him. Together they devise a plan to find some quick money. Bobo's idea is to rob a jewelry store.
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Plot Summary
In a small Italian town, Max, a petty thief, is released from prison and aims to get revenge on Bobo, the baker who testified against him. Bobo, however, has his own troubles, including a struggling business and a secret affair. As Max plots his return, the lives of the townspeople become entangled in a series of comical and dramatic events.
Critical Reception
Max & Bobo received mixed to negative reviews, with some critics appreciating its attempt at dark comedy and social commentary, while others found its plot disjointed and its humor to be uneven.
What Reviewers Say
Some reviewers found the film's satirical take on small-town life and petty crime to be intermittently amusing.
Others criticized the pacing and the lack of a cohesive narrative, leading to a generally unsatisfying viewing experience.
The performances were noted, but not enough to elevate the film's overall weaknesses.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Max & Bobo' is largely unavailable due to its limited release and niche appeal. Information on specific audience likes or dislikes is scarce.
Fun Fact
Lina Wertmüller, a renowned Italian director known for her politically charged and satirical films, directed 'Max & Bobo', marking one of her later works in the 1990s.
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