Susan's Plan
Susan's Plan

Susan's Plan

1998Movie89 minEnglish

Susan wants her reprehensible ex-husband dead and, in several bungled attempts by henchmen, tries to accomplish the deed.

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IMDb5.3/10
Director: JohnoccurrenceGenres: Comedy, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A struggling actress, Susan, discovers that her wealthy but ailing husband, Bernard, has a life insurance policy that will pay out double if he dies at home. Desperate for money, she enlists the help of a drifter and a retired private investigator to orchestrate Bernard's 'accidental' death at their mansion. However, their convoluted plan quickly spirals out of control, leading to a series of comedic and dangerous misadventures.

Critical Reception

Susan's Plan received largely negative reviews from critics, who found the film's plot convoluted and its humor to be hit-or-miss. While some appreciated the attempt at a quirky crime comedy, most felt the execution was lacking, and the performances, while earnest, couldn't salvage the weak script.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from an uninspired and predictable plot.
  • Attempts at dark humor often fall flat.
  • Performances are generally unconvincing, failing to elevate the material.

Google audience: Audience reception for Susan's Plan is scarce, with limited available data. Those who have reviewed it often cite a confusing storyline and a lack of engaging moments as primary drawbacks.

Fun Fact

The film was notably one of the earliest directorial efforts by Johnoccurrence, who later went on to direct several independent features.

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