Pronto
Harry Arno is a Miami Beach bookie who finds himself in trouble with his mob bosses for reasons he can't quite figure out. When an assailant attempts to kill him, he decides that it's time to retire, so he relocates to Greece.
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Plot Summary
A retired mob bookkeeper, suffering from amnesia after a botched hit, is hiding out in Miami. He lives a quiet life until his past catches up with him when a young woman claiming to be his daughter appears. She brings with her a host of dangerous characters looking to settle old scores.
Critical Reception
Pronto received a mixed to negative reception from critics. While some appreciated its quirky tone and Peter Falk's performance, many found the plot convoluted and the execution uneven. Audiences were similarly divided, with some enjoying the offbeat crime caper and others finding it too strange or underdeveloped.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for Peter Falk's charming performance as a mobster with amnesia.
- Criticized for a convoluted and sometimes nonsensical plot.
- The film's quirky, offbeat tone was divisive among viewers.
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Fun Fact
Jim McBride, the director, also directed the critically acclaimed 1988 film 'Great Balls of Fire!', a biopic about Jerry Lee Lewis.
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