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Nunzio's Second Cousin
As Sgt. Randozza, a beefy, gay Chicago cop, leaves a bar with his lover, a gang of high-school punks decide to do some "fag-bashing". Tony's gun cools them off, and after giving them a brutal verbal dressing down, he forces the leader of the gang, Jimmy, to come to his house the next night for dinner. Jimmy soon gets a harsh lesson in sexual tolerance.
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Plot Summary
When a naive young man is mistaken for a mob hitman, he gets entangled in a dangerous web of organized crime. He must use his wits and a bit of luck to survive the perilous situation and prove his innocence. The film follows his hilarious and often absurd attempts to escape the clutches of the mafia.
Critical Reception
Nunzio's Second Cousin was a low-budget independent film that garnered minimal attention upon its release. Critical reviews were scarce, and those that exist tend to highlight its B-movie charm and ensemble cast's efforts despite a weak script. Audience reception was also lukewarm, with the film largely overlooked in the competitive landscape of 1990s cinema.
What Reviewers Say
A forgettable mob comedy with a few amusing moments.
Dom DeLuise and Frank Gorshin provide some comedic relief in an otherwise uninspired plot.
Struggles with pacing and originality, feeling like a direct-to-video release.
Google audience: Information regarding Google user reviews for 'Nunzio's Second Cousin' is not readily available, suggesting limited public engagement with the film on the platform.
Fun Fact
Despite its low profile, the film features a reunion of sorts for actors Dom DeLuise and Frank Gorshin, who previously worked together on 'The Steve Allen Show' in the 1960s.
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