Just Getting Started
Duke Diver is living the high life as the freewheeling manager of a luxurious resort in Palm Springs, Calif. He soon faces competition from Leo, a former military man who likes the same woman that Duke is interested in. When Diver's past suddenly catches up with him, he must put aside his differences and reluctantly team up with Leo to stop whoever is trying to kill him.
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Plot Summary
A recently retired mob boss living in a luxury retirement community in the Bahamas must protect his idyllic life when his estranged daughter arrives and an old rival from his criminal past shows up.
Critical Reception
Just Getting Started was widely panned by critics and audiences alike, with most reviews highlighting its weak script, uninspired performances, and lack of cohesive humor.
What Reviewers Say
- The film suffers from a stale premise and a script that fails to generate any laughs or excitement.
- Performances from a talented cast are largely wasted on predictable characters and dialogue.
- Lacks the charm and wit of director Ron Shelton's previous works.
Google audience: Audiences found the movie to be boring and predictable, with many expressing disappointment in the lack of comedy and the weak storyline. Some viewers felt the cast was underutilized.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a more serious crime drama before being retooled into a comedy.
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