Luck oh World
Luck oh World

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Luck oh World

1982
Movie
106 min
Arabic

Abu Zayd and a number of his colleagues are revolting against the teacher Shamrock, the owner of the agency they work for, which is under the leadership of Shushu, which violates the law. They are working in a new agency, which makes Shosho angry. The term of the old agency leader's sentence ends, and he replaces Shamrock, and he, together with his aides, begins to attack Abizaid and his colleagues.

Insights

IMDb5.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes25%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users55%
Director: Steve M. RossGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

A struggling actor, desperate for a breakthrough, gets entangled in a bizarre scheme involving a powerful mobster and a film production company. He finds himself in increasingly ridiculous and dangerous situations as he tries to navigate the treacherous waters of Hollywood and organized crime.

Critical Reception

Luck oh World was met with a mixed to negative reception upon its release. Critics often pointed to its convoluted plot and uneven tone, though some performances received modest praise.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a lack of clear direction and relies too heavily on its comedic premise.

  • Despite a talented cast, the screenplay fails to deliver consistent laughs or dramatic tension.

  • Some viewers found the film's absurdity entertaining, while others considered it to be a mess.

Google audience: Audience reviews suggest a divided opinion, with some appreciating the film's campy humor and unexpected twists, while others found the plot too nonsensical and the execution lacking.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a much darker drama, but the script was heavily rewritten to incorporate more comedic elements after test screenings indicated a preference for humor.

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