Mad Money
What terrifying and unpredictable things could possibly happen to a film crew if they bring on a casino owner — the tough guy Grisha — as a sponsor? As it turns out, quite a lot. Especially when Grisha has a “sweet” and overly affectionate girlfriend… who falls in love with the actor playing the film’s lead role. And to make matters worse, someone steals a suitcase full of sponsor money — right on the film set.
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Plot Summary
Three women working as janitors at the Federal Reserve's Los Angeles branch decide to steal money before it's destroyed. Led by Bridget, a recently laid-off woman struggling with debt, the trio concocts an elaborate plan to pilfer used bills. As they execute their scheme, they must navigate their personal lives and the watchful eyes of their supervisors.
Critical Reception
Mad Money received generally negative reviews from critics, with many finding the plot implausible and the humor uninspired. Audiences also seemed to be largely unimpressed, contributing to its poor box office performance.
What Reviewers Say
- The film's premise of three women stealing money from the Federal Reserve is seen as unbelievable.
- The attempts at humor often fall flat, with critics citing a lack of genuine laughs.
- The performances, while featuring talented actresses, are unable to salvage the weak script.
Google audience: Google users found the movie to be a predictable and unconvincing heist comedy. Many expressed disappointment with the unoriginal plot and felt the humor was weak, with some acknowledging the chemistry between the main actresses as a minor positive.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a remake of the 1977 film 'New York, New York', but the plot was significantly altered.
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