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Cop Busters
Big Bear and Big Mouth were raised in the same orphanage. They worked in the traffic division of the police department for years. They were assigned to tow cars by their division commander; but on the first day of their assignment they mistakenly picked up a little girl named Bun. They were delighted to discover that Bun had an attractive aunt named Mary. In typical fashion, Big Mouth mistook Mary's show of affection as a show of love, and was devastated when she rejected him.
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Plot Summary
Two mismatched New York City detectives are assigned to track down a dangerous arms dealer who has stolen a deadly new nerve gas. As they navigate the criminal underworld, they must overcome their differences and put their lives on the line to prevent a city-wide catastrophe. The film blends buddy-cop antics with high-stakes action and a race against time.
Critical Reception
Cop Busters received largely negative reviews from critics, with many finding its plot predictable and its humor unfunny. While some acknowledged the chemistry between the lead actors, the film was generally seen as a formulaic and uninspired entry in the action-comedy genre. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with few remembering it as a standout film of the era.
What Reviewers Say
Critics found the film's plot to be cliché and lacking originality.
The comedic elements were often described as forced and not particularly amusing.
The action sequences, while present, were considered standard for the genre.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Cop Busters are scarce, but available commentary suggests a general feeling of disappointment with its predictable storyline and weak humor. It is often cited as a forgettable film from the mid-1980s.
Fun Fact
Despite its largely negative reception, the film was notable for attempting to capitalize on the popular buddy-cop movie trend of the 1980s.
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