Zingo
Zingo

Zingo

1998Movie95 minEnglish

A comedy about a young man with a tendency to screw things up. After years of unhealthy living he is looking for calm and rest. But first he has to deal with a drug-dealing debt. He teams up with his cousin, who has spent five years writing a film script, and turns into a film producer. One of the problems is that the German financiers expect a porn film...

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Frederick KingGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

A comedic crime caper unfolds as a group of bumbling criminals attempts to pull off a heist. Their elaborate plans quickly devolve into chaos, leading to a series of absurd situations and escalating mishaps. The film follows their increasingly desperate attempts to escape the consequences of their own incompetence.

Critical Reception

Zingo received a generally lukewarm reception from critics, who often pointed to its predictable plot and uneven pacing. While some appreciated its lighthearted comedic elements, many found it to be a forgettable entry in the crime-comedy genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its attempts at quirky humor.
  • Criticized for a lack of originality and engaging characters.
  • Found to be a light, if somewhat bland, comedic diversion.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Zingo are scarce, but those available suggest a mixed reaction, with some viewers finding amusement in its slapstick moments and others deeming it a derivative and uninspired comedy.

Fun Fact

Despite its relatively low profile, the film featured a notable soundtrack with several independent artists contributing original music.

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