Livin' Large!
Livin' Large!

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Livin' Large!

1991
Movie
96 min
English

A young black reporter begins to lose his identity.

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IMDb5.3/10
Director: Michael SchultzGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

A naive and ambitious young Black man from the South moves to the big city with dreams of becoming a successful broadcast journalist. He quickly learns that the cutthroat world of television news often prioritizes sensationalism and superficiality over substance. To climb the ladder, he adopts a more outlandish persona and gets caught up in the superficial lifestyle, leading to humorous and sometimes poignant situations as he navigates his career and personal values.

Critical Reception

Livin' Large! received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who found its humor to be hit-or-miss and its social commentary somewhat superficial. While some appreciated its attempt to address issues of race and ambition in media, many felt the film didn't fully capitalize on its premise, resulting in a forgettable comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lacked sharp comedic timing and a clear satirical edge.

  • Felt dated even at the time of its release.

  • Underutilized its talented cast and premise.

Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film was one of the earliest starring roles for Terrence 'T.C.' Carson, who would later gain significant recognition for his role as Kyle Barker on the television show 'Living Single'.

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