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Manhattan Mixup
A homage to screwballs and mistaken identity films like The Great Dictator & North by Northwest, set in 1943. It's Cora Apple's birthday, and she gets surprise she never expected when her sisters (Seedy & Candy) accidentally swap her birthday package for the plans to the Manhattan project. Worse yet, the sisters are mistaken for the three undercover female scientists and get kidnapped by the Nazis. The Apple Sisters use their charm, wit, and dumb luck to escape the Nazis and save the world.
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Plot Summary
A hapless British accountant travels to New York City for a business trip, only to find himself embroiled in a series of increasingly chaotic and mistaken identities. As he tries to navigate the bustling city and the complexities of his own life, he encounters a colorful cast of characters that lead him on an unexpected adventure.
Critical Reception
Manhattan Mixup received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often found the plot convoluted and the humor inconsistent. While some appreciated the attempts at a farcical comedy, many felt the film failed to deliver on its premise, resulting in a forgettable viewing experience.
What Reviewers Say
The film's central premise of mistaken identity is not fully exploited.
Humor is often forced and falls flat.
Lacks the charm and wit of similar comedies.
Google audience: Audience reception for Manhattan Mixup is largely unavailable or not widely documented, making it difficult to gauge specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
Manhattan Mixup was originally conceived as a much darker film before being reworked into a comedy.
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