

I'm Not Rappaport
Old Nat Moyer is a talker, a philosopher, and a troublemaker with a fanciful imagination. His companion is Midge Carter, who is half-blind, but still the super of an apartment house. When he is threatened with retirement, Nat battles on his behalf. Nat also takes on his daughter, a drug dealer, and a mugger in this appealing version of a really 'odd couple'.
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Plot Summary
Two elderly men, a Jewish curmudgeon named Nat Morkin and a black former architect named Midge Carter, form an unlikely friendship while meeting on a park bench in Central Park. Their lives, filled with colorful characters and eccentricities, are challenged by aging, societal prejudices, and the threat of being moved into a nursing home. The film explores themes of friendship, ageism, and the enduring human spirit against the backdrop of New York City.
Critical Reception
I'm Not Rappaport received a mixed to positive reception from critics. While Walter Matthau and Ossie Davis were widely praised for their performances, some critics found the film's narrative to be somewhat uneven and its themes occasionally sentimental. However, many appreciated its warmth, humor, and its poignant portrayal of aging and friendship.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for the chemistry and performances of its lead actors, particularly Walter Matthau and Ossie Davis.
- Appreciated for its humorous and touching exploration of aging, friendship, and the human condition.
- Some found the pacing and plot progression to be somewhat predictable or occasionally sentimental.
Google audience: Google users generally enjoyed the film, highlighting the heartwarming performances of the main actors and the film's engaging portrayal of an unlikely friendship. Many found it to be a charming and funny movie with a good emotional core, though some noted it could be a bit predictable.
Fun Fact
The film is based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning play of the same name by Herb Gardner, who also wrote and directed the film adaptation.
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