Hit by Lightning
Ricky Miller, a 40-something restaurant manager and aspiring writer is desperately looking for love. Danita is looking for someone to kill her celebrity husband. When their worlds collide on an online dating site, Ricky is ecstatic he has found the woman of his dreams. Now all that stands between him and true love is how to get away with murder.
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Plot Summary
A down-on-his-luck comedian and a quirky, retired man decide to rob a bank for a substantial amount of money. Their plan is fraught with humorous mishaps and unexpected turns as they navigate the criminal underworld. The film follows their absurd adventure and the consequences of their ill-conceived scheme.
Critical Reception
Hit by Lightning received a generally negative reception from critics, with many finding its humor to be juvenile and its plot lacking coherence. Audiences were also divided, with some appreciating its offbeat style while others found it to be uninspired and poorly executed. The film struggled to find a significant audience upon its release.
What Reviewers Say
- The film's comedic attempts fall flat, relying on predictable gags.
- The plot is disjointed and lacks a clear direction.
- Performances are generally considered uninspired.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews is not readily available, but general audience reception appears to be mixed to negative.
Fun Fact
The film was independently produced and had a very limited theatrical release, making its production and reception details less widely documented.
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