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A Run for Money
The film is set in present-day Istanbul. Selim is a shop owner in his early forties. He sells clothing for men in his shop situated in one of the back streets of Istanbul. Selim is a family man who has devoted his life to his home and his work. He lives with his wife Ayla, his six-year-old daughter Esma and his old father in a simple flat in and old, modest neighbourhood. He has warm relations with his family. He is an affectionate father. One of his neighbours, a young widow named Nihal tries to seduce Selim, but her flirtation leaves him cold. Selim is known for his honesty and integrity among his family and friends. He is a careful spender. As a little child, he has learned that money is not easily earned. He has no tolerance for petty "trickery" met in daily life. One day, Selim finds a bag full of dollar bills (approximately 500,000$) in a cab. From that day on, Selim finds himself in a bewildered state with a bag full of money on his hands.
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Plot Summary
A down-on-his-luck gambler, who is also a former boxer, gets involved in a high-stakes underground boxing match. He has to win the match to pay off his gambling debts and save his girlfriend from a dangerous loan shark. The film explores themes of greed, desperation, and the corrupting influence of money.
Critical Reception
A Run for Money received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its gritty atmosphere and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Travolta, others found the plot to be convoluted and predictable. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some enjoying the suspenseful narrative and others finding it lacking in originality.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful fight sequences and gritty portrayal of the underground boxing world.
Criticized for a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.
John Travolta's performance as a desperate gambler was a standout for many reviewers.
Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be an engaging, albeit somewhat formulaic, thriller. Many appreciated the intense fight scenes and John Travolta's intense portrayal of a man on the edge. However, some viewers felt the story lacked originality and the ending was too convenient.
Fun Fact
The film was originally titled 'The Price of Milk' before being changed to 'A Run for Money'.
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