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A Little Joke
Two middle-aged friends, Mićko and Đorđe, decide to make a joke with their childhood friend, teacher Svetislav, who is a stingy when it comes to paying for the bills at bars where they often hang out. After filling his lottery ticket with numbers that Mićko claims he saw in his dream, they invite him to his home to watch lottery live on TV, but instead they play a previously recorded video material in order to make him believe he scored all seven hits. However, a joke goes wrong after Svetislav ditches his wife, resigns at the school where he works, and raises a credit at the bank, believed he's about to make a new start.
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Plot Summary
A struggling stand-up comedian tries to make it big in Hollywood, facing personal struggles and the cutthroat nature of the entertainment industry. As he navigates auditions and performances, he must also confront his own insecurities and relationships.
Critical Reception
A Little Joke received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often citing its derivative plot and uneven pacing. While some performances were acknowledged, the film generally failed to leave a significant impact on audiences or critics.
What Reviewers Say
Fails to deliver a compelling narrative.
Performances are overshadowed by a weak script.
Lacks originality and depth.
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Fun Fact
The film was largely an independent production, with limited distribution, contributing to its relative obscurity.
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