Big Shots
Following the death of his father, a suburbanite runs away from home and winds up on Chicago's South Side. After being mugged, the boy befriends a young hustler and, after stealing a gangster's car, the two embark on an adventure down south in search of the hustler's estranged father.
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Plot Summary
A naive but ambitious young Jewish businessman from the suburbs is mistakenly identified as a mob enforcer. He finds himself entangled with a ruthless gangster, leading to a series of dangerous and comedic misadventures. As he tries to navigate this new world and impress the gangster's daughter, he must learn to survive in the unpredictable underworld.
Critical Reception
Big Shots was met with a largely negative reception from critics, who found its humor forced and its plot convoluted. Audiences were also unimpressed, contributing to its poor box office performance.
What Reviewers Say
- The film suffers from a weak script and unfunny jokes.
- Michael J. Fox's charisma is unable to save the muddled plot.
- James Woods delivers a menacing performance, but it's not enough to salvage the movie.
Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed to negative sentiment, with many finding the movie to be predictable and lacking in genuine comedic moments. Some viewers appreciated the performances of the lead actors, but felt the overall story was disappointing.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a more serious crime drama before being rewritten as a comedy.
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