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On Probation
Mariano is a psychologist who must fulfill community service after losing a lawsuit by a traffic accident. He is forced to provide therapeutic support to Alfredo, a policeman depressed over his wife cheating on him. Mariano is then accidentally involved in a double homicide investigation being conducted by Alfredo.
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Plot Summary
A probation officer, who is about to retire, is assigned his final and most challenging case: a con artist who is notoriously difficult to keep behind bars. As the probation officer tries to reform the mischievous criminal, he finds himself in a series of comical situations and unexpected predicaments.
Critical Reception
On Probation is a low-budget comedy that received a limited release and garnered little attention from mainstream critics. Audience reception was generally mixed, with some finding humor in the predictable plot and performances, while others found it to be a forgettable and uninspired film.
What Reviewers Say
Relies heavily on slapstick and a familiar comedic premise.
Performances are serviceable but unable to elevate the thin material.
A lighthearted, if somewhat uninspired, comedy offering.
Google audience: Information not readily available for Google user ratings or specific audience sentiment.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in and around Los Angeles, California.
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