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Dead Lucky
Martin Urban, a young accountant, is gay but unwilling to own up to this fact because he desperately wants to be the ideal son for his parents. When he wins a fortune on the football pools, he decides to give half of it away to deserving people. But he neglects to include his friend Tim Sage, who filled in the coupon for him and really needs the money. Perhaps Martin doesn't acknowledge Tim because Martin is strongly sexually attracted to him. Tim's revenge upon Martin succeeds beyond his wildest dreams, setting in motion a chain of events leading to a tragic climax.
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Plot Summary
A retired detective, haunted by a past failure, is drawn back into the action when a young cop is murdered. He teams up with the victim's determined partner to uncover a dangerous conspiracy involving a ruthless drug cartel. As they delve deeper, they find themselves in a deadly game of cat and mouse, risking everything to bring the culprits to justice.
Critical Reception
Dead Lucky received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often found its plot predictable and its action sequences uninspired. While some acknowledged Leslie Nielsen's presence, it was generally seen as a formulaic crime thriller that failed to stand out in a crowded genre.
What Reviewers Say
Predictable plot with tired action tropes.
Leslie Nielsen's performance is a highlight, but not enough to save the film.
A by-the-numbers crime thriller that offers little originality.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for Dead Lucky, but those available suggest a generally unengaging viewing experience, with viewers finding it a forgettable entry in the action-crime genre.
Fun Fact
Leslie Nielsen, famous for his comedic roles, plays a more serious, albeit grizzled, detective in this film, a departure from his later iconic comedic performances.
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