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Lick It Up
As two young and good looking widowers recall their past sexual life, they are convinced that their husbands were fickled ones and that they had themselves the "know how" to take revenge on them in over-using of all virilities passing nearby.
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Plot Summary
A group of young people, down on their luck, decide to rob a drug dealer. Their plan goes awry, leading to a spiral of violence and betrayal as they try to escape the consequences. The film explores themes of desperation, loyalty, and the destructive nature of crime.
Critical Reception
Lick It Up received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. It was largely overlooked upon its release and is often cited as a lesser-known entry in the crime drama genre.
What Reviewers Say
The film suffers from a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.
Performances are generally uninspired, failing to elevate the material.
The direction lacks a distinct style, resulting in a generic feel.
Google audience: Audience reception for Lick It Up is sparse, but available comments suggest a lack of engagement with the story and characters, with many finding it to be a forgettable crime thriller.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in and around Los Angeles, but struggled to gain significant distribution or critical attention during its initial release.
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