Three Wise Guys
Three Wise Guys

Three Wise Guys

2005Movie90 minEnglish

On Christmas Eve, three hired killers give chase after unwittingly aiding the pregnant girlfriend of one of their targets.

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IMDb4.1/10
Director: P.B. JonesGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

Three aging mobsters, each with their own unique set of skills and neuroses, are tasked with a final, seemingly simple job: to steal a valuable artifact. However, their reunion for this heist brings old rivalries and personal issues to the surface, complicating their mission. As they navigate the treacherous world of crime and their own deteriorating relationships, they must rely on their wits and dwindling strength to pull off the job and survive.

Critical Reception

"Three Wise Guys" received a generally mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences alike. While some viewers appreciated the veteran cast and the attempt at a blend of crime and comedy, many found the film to be poorly executed, with a weak script, uninspired direction, and uneven pacing. It failed to make a significant impact on the film landscape.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts a quirky crime comedy but falls flat due to a lack of compelling narrative.
  • Veteran actors are largely underutilized in a predictable and unengaging plot.
  • The humor is often forced, and the pacing struggles to maintain audience interest.

Google audience: Audience reviews for "Three Wise Guys" are scarce and generally lean towards disappointment, with common complaints about the film's low production value and the actors delivering performances that felt uninspired or out of character for such a story.

Fun Fact

David Carradine, known for his role as Kwai Chang Caine in the TV series "Kung Fu," starred in this film alongside martial arts action star Don "The Dragon" Wilson.

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