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Dad Savage
A wealthy, successful, East-Anglian tulip grower, Dad Savage is also something of a godfather in the local criminal fraternity but doesn't trust banks to take care of his money. On recommendation from his son, Sav, Dad hires two of Sav's unemployed school friends, Bob and Vic, to help with the business and the crime. After some careless talk from Harold, just known as 'H', about Dad's pension fund, Vic and Bob decide to steal the money from Dad if they can find it. The plans to liberate the money go awry and Sav is killed requiring Bob to call upon his sister Chris to rescue them. Dad intercepts their escape and forces a showdown to try to determine exactly the events of the night in order to identify his son's killer.
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Plot Summary
A young man, Billy, struggles with his ambition to become a successful artist while dealing with his overbearing, somewhat eccentric father. Billy's father, a former contractor, has a peculiar method of dealing with his family's problems, often involving him and his quirky associates. As Billy tries to navigate his career and personal life, he finds himself increasingly entangled in his father's unconventional world.
Critical Reception
Dad Savage received a largely negative reception from critics, who found the film's plot convoluted and its humor to be juvenile. While some acknowledged the star power of Burt Reynolds, they felt the material did not provide him with adequate opportunities to shine. Audiences were similarly unimpressed, leading to its limited theatrical run and subsequent direct-to-video release.
What Reviewers Say
The film suffers from a weak and unfocused script.
The comedic elements fall flat and rely on predictable gags.
Despite a strong cast, the performances are largely wasted on uninspired characters.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Dad Savage are scarce due to its limited release. Those available tend to reflect critical sentiment, with common complaints about the plot's lack of coherence and the humor being unfunny.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a more serious drama but was reportedly rewritten to incorporate more comedy, contributing to its disjointed tone.
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