Big Shot
Big Shot

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Big Shot

1956
Movie
103 min
Tagalog

An actress Chrisy gets tired of her onscreen partner, so the studio made a nationwide search for a new lead actor. One day Robert gets scouted by Chrisy the only problem is Robert is already in love with Trining a woman from his province.

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IMDb5.2/10
Director: Earl BellamyGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A struggling actor, seeking fame and fortune, finds himself entangled in a dangerous scheme involving a gangster's moll and a stolen jewel. He tries to play both sides, hoping to profit from the situation, but his amateurish attempts at crime lead to unexpected and perilous consequences. The film follows his increasingly desperate efforts to escape the mob and the law.

Critical Reception

Big Shot (1956) is a low-budget B-movie that received minimal critical attention upon its release and is largely forgotten today. It is not considered a significant film in the careers of its cast or director. Audience reception was likely muted, typical for films of this genre and production value from the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • A convoluted plot that struggles to maintain coherence.

  • Performances are generally uninspired, with Bela Lugosi appearing to be severely underutilized and miscast.

  • The film suffers from poor production values and a lack of engaging direction.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for 'Big Shot' (1956) is not readily available, likely due to its obscurity and limited release.

Fun Fact

This film is notable for being one of the final film appearances of horror icon Bela Lugosi, whose career had significantly declined by the mid-1950s due to health issues.

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