Movie spotlight
For 200 Grand, You Get Nothing Now
After getting screwed over by life (again), two losers decide that enough is enough. Using stolen ski masks and stolen toy guns, they take hostages in their local bank, holding them for ransom. Things go well until the hostages learn what's going on, and demand a piece of the action for themselves.
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Plot Summary
A struggling musician in Los Angeles dreams of making it big, but finds himself entangled in a series of bizarre and often comedic situations. He navigates the eccentricities of the music industry and his own personal life, searching for inspiration and a break.
Critical Reception
This low-budget independent film received a very limited release and garnered little critical attention upon its debut. It is often remembered as an artifact of the early 1980s independent film scene, praised by some for its quirky charm and criticized by others for its uneven pacing and narrative.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unique, independent spirit and offbeat humor.
Criticized for its sometimes meandering plot and inconsistent tone.
Seen as an interesting, albeit flawed, look at aspiring artists in LA.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the film's limited distribution. Those who have seen it often highlight its unconventional approach and the raw performances.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on a shoestring budget, with many scenes filmed in and around the director's own neighborhood in Los Angeles to save costs.
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