Slickers vs. Killers
Success Hung, an ace cell phone salesman who his feeling the heat from young, up and comer Miss Cheng. One day, Hung witnesses a mob hit. Though the panic-stricken salesman tries to tell his friends about the incident, Hung's gift for exaggeration in the past makes everyone suspicion of his claims except for a relative the deceased who comes to believe that Hung pulled the trigger.
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Plot Summary
When a street-smart hustler from New York City is forced to go into witness protection, he ends up in a remote, idyllic mountain town. His presence quickly disrupts the peaceful lives of the locals, especially a grizzled park ranger. Their clash of cultures escalates into a series of comedic mishaps and dangerous encounters as they are targeted by the criminals the hustler testified against.
Critical Reception
Slickers vs. Killers received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and uneven tone. Audiences, however, found some enjoyment in the comedic performances, particularly from its lead actors, despite the film's often-criticized reliance on familiar tropes.
What Reviewers Say
- A formulaic buddy comedy that struggles to find its footing.
- Relies heavily on the chemistry of its leads, with mixed results.
- Offers some laughs but is ultimately forgettable.
Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the comedic performances, particularly the pairing of Damon Wayans and John Candy, and found the film to be a lighthearted, if unoriginal, diversion. Some viewers felt the plot was too simplistic and predictable, and that the action sequences could have been more impactful.
Fun Fact
The film's original script was a much darker crime drama before studio executives pushed for a more comedic, buddy-cop style rewrite to capitalize on the stars' previous successes.
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