Big Trouble
Big Trouble

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Big Trouble

1986
Movie
93 min
English

Leonard Hoffman is an insurance salesman struggling to make ends meet. The fact that he has triplet sons who all want to go to Yale isn't making things any easier. Blanche Rickey is also worried about money; her husband is a millionaire with a weak heart, and she worries that he'll blow through all his cash before he finally dies. When Blanche meets Leonard, she devises a murderous plan that she claims will fix both their problems.

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IMDb6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes40%
Google Users65%
Director: John CassavetesGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

Archie MacGrew, a divorced architect, is forced to take on a dangerous assignment from the mob to pay off a debt. He must retrieve a briefcase filled with money from a bank vault before a notorious hitman gets to it. Meanwhile, a police detective is also after the briefcase, suspecting Archie of murder.

Critical Reception

Big Trouble is a dark comedy that garnered a mixed reception upon its release. While some critics appreciated its quirky humor and the performances of its lead actors, others found its plot convoluted and its tone uneven. It has since gained a cult following among fans of offbeat comedies.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film features strong performances from its ensemble cast, particularly Peter Falk and Alan Arkin.

  • Some critics found the humor dark and amusing, while others considered it too strange.

  • The plot was frequently described as chaotic and difficult to follow.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Big Trouble are generally positive, with many appreciating its unique brand of humor and the chemistry between the main actors. Some viewers found the plot a bit too convoluted, but most enjoyed it as a fun, albeit quirky, crime comedy.

Fun Fact

Big Trouble was John Cassavetes' final film as a director, and it was famously plagued by production issues and studio interference.

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