On the Wrong Track
On the Wrong Track

Movie spotlight

On the Wrong Track

1983
Movie
88 min
Cantonese

A look at two brothers, whose reckless careers as gang members create conflict with friends, family, the police, school and their lives.

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IMDb5.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes25%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users60%
Director: Willard CarrollGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A wealthy, aging socialite, living in isolation with her devoted but long-suffering chauffeur, finds her reclusive life disrupted by the arrival of her estranged, ambitious son. He seeks to exploit her fortune, leading to a series of darkly comedic and dramatic confrontations as past secrets and present deceptions come to light.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'On the Wrong Track' received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who were largely unimpressed by its melodramatic plot and uneven performances. While some acknowledged the potential of its themes, the execution was frequently criticized as uninspired and dated. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, failing to generate significant buzz or commercial success.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a predictable and often tedious storyline.

  • Performances are widely considered to be over-the-top or uninspired, failing to elevate the material.

  • Despite a promising cast, the movie lacks genuine emotional depth or comedic timing.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a general disappointment with the film's slow pacing and unengaging narrative. Some viewers found the performances to be a highlight, particularly Elizabeth Taylor, while others felt the movie was a misstep for all involved, citing a lack of originality.

Fun Fact

The film marked one of Elizabeth Taylor's final cinematic appearances before her retirement from major film roles.

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