Dixie Lanes
Small town America, 1945. The boys are coming home, as is Clarence Laidlaw who served overseas in lieu of serving time in prison. Chaos and confusion greet Clarence upon his return - his pre-war moonshine activities and absence have embittered his teenage son, split apart his family, and alienated the small town. Moreover, his conniving sister-in-law conspires with the crooked sheriff to prevent a family reconciliation. In attempting to stabilize his family, and in seeking to punish the conspirator who brought him before the law, Clarence almost destroys both the town and his family. But sanity, love and music conquer all, and family and town are reunited.
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Plot Summary
A young woman inherits a rundown bowling alley and faces the challenge of saving it from a ruthless businessman. She teams up with a group of quirky locals to make the alley a success, leading to a series of comedic misadventures and a showdown for the future of Dixie Lanes.
Critical Reception
Dixie Lanes received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some appreciated its lighthearted premise and Molly Ringwald's performance, many found the plot predictable and the humor to be largely ineffective.
What Reviewers Say
- The film suffers from a weak and uninspired script.
- Molly Ringwald's presence isn't enough to elevate the material.
- The comedy often falls flat, failing to elicit genuine laughs.
Google audience: Audience reception for Dixie Lanes is largely undocumented, with no specific consensus available on Google reviews.
Fun Fact
Despite being released in 1988, the film's setting and tone often give it a feel reminiscent of 1950s or 1960s American cinema, with its focus on a classic, small-town establishment.
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