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Naughty Boys
Sing, an ex-con who's supposed to dig up the buried loot of his three still-jailed buddies...but when he gets to it, he finds that the treasure chest is full of rocks! The other three are convinced that Sing stole the goods for himself, so Sing decides to hide out with his kick-butt cousin Kuen, played with athletic aplomb by kung-fu princess Kara Hui! But some insurance investigators (Carina Lau and Billy Lau) are also after the loot, and there's even a mousy travel agent (future director Clarence Fok) thrown in for good measure. It all adds up to numerous shenanigans and action-comedy hijinks, culminating in a knockdown action finale set in a warehouse! Wooden crates, two-by-fours, and more props than you can name are used and abused in the name of creative eighties HK-style action, which Jackie Chan and company are only too glad to dispense to the audience!
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Plot Summary
A wealthy, but lonely, widower decides to 'kidnap' his grandchildren for a week of fun, after discovering they are being overly disciplined by their parents. He takes them on a whimsical adventure, teaching them the joys of childhood and freedom.
Critical Reception
Naughty Boys was a heartwarming family comedy that aimed to capture the spirit of classic films where children's imaginations lead the way. While it received a generally positive reception for its lighthearted tone and nostalgic feel, some critics found its plot predictable and its humor a bit too simplistic for adult audiences.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its gentle humor and positive message about family.
Appreciated for its nostalgic portrayal of childhood adventures.
Criticized by some for being overly saccharine and predictable.
Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's charm and its ability to entertain younger viewers with its adventurous plot and relatable characters.
Fun Fact
The film was originally conceived as a vehicle for Dick Van Dyke to showcase his comedic timing and on-screen chemistry with younger actors, reminiscent of his earlier work.
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