Kill the Referee
Kill the Referee

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Kill the Referee

1984
Movie
82 min
French

Michel, a referee has to suffer the consequences of having whistled a penalty against a team which is supported by football hooligans.

Insights

IMDb4.6/10
Director: John D. LamondGenres: Comedy, Sport

Plot Summary

A struggling minor league baseball team owner, desperate to save his club, concocts a scheme to rig games by bribing umpires. His plan quickly spirals out of control as the umpires become more demanding and the situation becomes increasingly absurd. The owner finds himself in a comical bind, trying to manage his team, his finances, and the corrupt officials.

Critical Reception

Kill the Referee is a largely forgotten B-movie comedy that received minimal critical attention upon its release. It's generally considered a weak attempt at sports comedy, plagued by a predictable plot and uninspired performances. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with few remembering it fondly.

What Reviewers Say

  • A predictable and uninspired sports comedy.

  • Lacks humor and engaging performances.

  • Fails to deliver on its comedic premise.

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Fun Fact

Despite its title, the film is set in the world of baseball, not soccer or American football, and the central conflict revolves around bribing umpires rather than referees.

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