Hit Big
Hit Big

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Hit Big

2022
Movie
123 min
Finnish

Marjaleena, a 60-year-old drunk ex-beauty pageant, runs a low end bar in Spain’s Costa del Sol. She discovers that her criminal husband Worm is about to get out of jail and is planning a dream life with his new cell-mate lover. Together with an uncanny crew Marjaleena sets off to get her share of her husbands millions.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users85%
Director: Tohru FujimotoGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A struggling young man with a penchant for gambling discovers he has an uncanny talent for predicting lottery numbers. As his luck and fortune skyrocket, he finds himself entangled with dangerous individuals who want to exploit his gift. He must navigate this treacherous path while trying to maintain his integrity and protect the people he cares about.

Critical Reception

Hit Big received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences. Praised for its lighthearted tone and the lead actor's performance, some found the plot predictable. However, its humorous take on the consequences of sudden wealth and its underlying message about finding true happiness resonated with many.

What Reviewers Say

  • A charming if somewhat conventional comedy about luck and life choices.

  • Kenta Suga delivers a standout performance as the accidental millionaire.

  • While predictable, the film offers enough laughs and heart to be enjoyable.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed 'Hit Big,' appreciating its humorous portrayal of unexpected wealth and its feel-good narrative. Many found the film entertaining and a good way to pass the time, though some wished for more originality in the storyline.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best New Actor at the Japanese Academy Film Prize for Kenta Suga.

Fun Fact

The film's lottery scenes were meticulously researched to reflect real-life lottery mechanics, though the predicted numbers were, of course, fictional.

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