The Linguini Incident
The Linguini Incident

The Linguini Incident

1991Movie93 minEnglish

A waitress, a barman and an underwear designer try to rob the New York restaurant where two of them work.

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IMDb5.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes20%
Director: Richard BenjaminGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A shy and awkward waitress in a New York City restaurant falls for a handsome and charming waiter. However, their budding romance is complicated by the waiter's involvement with the mob and a series of misunderstandings that lead to humorous and chaotic situations. The waitress must navigate these challenges while trying to keep her job and her heart intact.

Critical Reception

The Linguini Incident received largely negative reviews from critics, who found its plot predictable and its humor to be weak. While some appreciated the chemistry between the lead actors, the film was generally considered a forgettable romantic comedy that failed to live up to its potential.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's humor often falls flat, relying on tired romantic comedy tropes.
  • The plot is predictable and lacks originality, making for a dull viewing experience.
  • Despite some charming performances, the chemistry between the leads isn't enough to save the movie.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest viewers found the film to be a light, inoffensive comedy that was ultimately unremarkable. It's often described as a pleasant but forgettable diversion.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Richard Benjamin, also starred in the 1979 film 'Love at First Bite', another romantic comedy with a supernatural element.

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