Chattanooga Choo Choo
Chattanooga Choo Choo

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Chattanooga Choo Choo

1984
Movie
102 min
English

The owner of a professional football team must restore the titular train and run it from Tennessee to NYC in 24 hours if he is to inherit $1 million in this comedy.

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IMDb4.9/10
Director: Bruce MalmuthGenres: Comedy, Crime, Mystery

Plot Summary

A retired detective, a brilliant but eccentric professor, and a former showgirl team up to solve a murder at a rundown hotel. The investigation uncovers a web of secrets, including a legendary lost treasure that everyone seems to be after. As they delve deeper, they find themselves in increasing danger from unseen forces.

Critical Reception

Chattanooga Choo Choo received a generally negative reception from critics, who often cited its convoluted plot and uneven tone. While some performances were noted, the film was largely seen as a forgettable B-movie with a muddled storyline.

What Reviewers Say

  • The plot is often confusing and fails to deliver a satisfying mystery.

  • Performances are inconsistent, with some actors struggling to elevate the material.

  • The film suffers from a lack of clear direction and a dated aesthetic.

Google audience: Audience reception for Chattanooga Choo Choo is scarce, but available commentary suggests viewers found the movie to be a quirky and somewhat dated crime comedy that doesn't quite succeed in its ambitious plot.

Fun Fact

The film's title is derived from the famous 1941 Glenn Miller Orchestra song of the same name, although the song itself does not play a significant role in the movie's plot.

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