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Hot Stuff
When a police department's burglary task force is facing the possibility of being shut down because of their low conviction rate decides to try a new approach to apprehending their targets. They take over a pawn shop where thieves go to unload their merchandise. They record them as they bring stuff in and get them to tell them where they got it. Eventually they're threatened by the mob.
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Plot Summary
A retired, mild-mannered locksmith is blackmailed by the mob into helping them rob a bank. He enlists the help of a former associate and a couple of quirky accomplices for what they hope will be their last big score. Things quickly spiral out of control as their plan is complicated by a persistent detective and their own ineptitude.
Critical Reception
Hot Stuff is a lighthearted crime comedy that garnered a mixed reception upon its release. While some critics appreciated its goofy humor and the ensemble cast's efforts, others found the plot predictable and the jokes to be hit-or-miss. It found a modest audience who enjoyed its B-movie charm.
What Reviewers Say
Relies heavily on slapstick and situational humor.
The charm of the cast is somewhat hampered by a thin plot.
A forgettable but watchable comedy from the late 70s.
Google audience: Audience reception for Hot Stuff is not widely documented, but it's generally considered a lesser-known comedy from its era.
Fun Fact
Dom DeLuise, known for his comedic roles, also directed this film, marking one of his few directorial efforts.
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