Sharkproof
Broke, busted, and living in a tent outside their parents backyard. Vince and Freddy hit on the idea of a lifetime, Sharkproof wetsuits, and are determined to strike it rich. They go to a local loan shark, Max who owns a club in downtown LA to fund the venture. At the club they both fall in love with the same girl, Isabella the receiving half of knife throwing duo who are preforming at the club. Yuri is her drunk, knife-throwing partner. When Isabella chooses the boys over Max he sends his goons to reclaim her. Suddenly the boys must become the men they pretend to be, but now it's sink or swim. Almost Sharkproof, a bromantic comedy.
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Plot Summary
When a charismatic but untrustworthy businessman gets into trouble with the mob, he fakes his own death and goes into hiding. He assumes a new identity and tries to start a fresh life, but his past actions threaten to catch up with him.
Critical Reception
Sharkproof received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often found its premise intriguing but its execution lacking. While some praised its attempts at dark humor and satirical elements, many felt the film suffered from a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters, ultimately failing to deliver a truly satisfying comedic or dramatic experience.
What Reviewers Say
- The film's humor is often too dry or relies on clichés.
- The plot progression is largely predictable, offering few surprises.
- Character motivations and development are often weak, making it hard to connect with the story.
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Fun Fact
Director Greg Pritikin is also known for his work on the independent film 'The Fanatic' starring Limp Bizkit's Fred Durst.
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