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Out on Bail
A Tennessee sheriff and lawyer want a jailed drifter to assassinate a mayoral candidate.
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Plot Summary
A group of escaped convicts attempts to go straight and make amends for their past mistakes. They find themselves in a series of comical and chaotic situations as they try to avoid recapture and navigate the challenges of re-entering society. The film follows their misadventures as they encounter unexpected allies and formidable adversaries.
Critical Reception
Out on Bail is a low-budget crime comedy that received minimal critical attention upon its release. It is largely remembered as a direct-to-video release with a focus on its comedic elements, often drawing comparisons to other blaxploitation-inspired comedies of the era. Audience reception was generally mixed, with some appreciating its gritty urban setting and humor, while others found its plot and execution to be lacking.
What Reviewers Say
The film attempts a blend of crime and comedy with varying success.
Features a cast of relatively unknown actors, contributing to its direct-to-video feel.
Some viewers found the humor to be hit-or-miss, relying on genre tropes.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for 'Out on Bail (1989)' is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film was released directly to VHS and is considered a cult classic among certain circles for its raw, independent production values and its cast of then-emerging comedians.
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