Movie spotlight
Wild Chickens
At the Presidential Mansion news arrives every day indicating that things in the country are going from bad to worse. The President summons all the political leaders in order to understand exactly what is happening; and yet no one can enlighten him. He decides to act. He calls two journalists and assigns them the task of investigating the matter by speaking directly with ordinary people. The investigation starts with the notorious Gypsy Tamtakos, who struggles every day for a living. Then they move on to a simple employee, Markos, who dreams of a raise -which never comes. Then it's a farmer, Thymios, who comes to the capital to sell his oranges. In a largely burlesque manner, the film more or less reveals that the entire misfortune is due to Greeks' laziness and apathy, as well as to the prevailing attitude of "no big deal".
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Plot Summary
A group of young women, seeking revenge for a past wrong, embark on a violent mission against a corrupt businessman. Their plan involves using their combined skills and ruthlessness to dismantle his operation and bring him to justice, leading to a dangerous cat-and-mouse game.
Critical Reception
Wild Chickens received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often cited its gratuitous violence and thin plot. While some acknowledged the performances, the film was generally seen as a forgettable entry in the action-thriller genre of the early 80s.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its energetic, albeit violent, pacing.
Criticized for a convoluted and often implausible storyline.
Performances were seen as a mixed bag, with some standing out more than others.
Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable, but available comments suggest viewers found the film to be excessively violent with a weak narrative, though some appreciated the attempt at a female-led action story.
Fun Fact
Despite the presence of established actors like Robert Loggia, 'Wild Chickens' is primarily remembered for its attempts at raw, independent filmmaking and has a cult following among niche genre fans.
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