Good Advice
Good Advice is an American situation comedy series that aired for two seasons on CBS from 1993 to 1994. It was co-created and executive produced by Danny Jacobson and Norma Safford Vela; and starred Shelley Long and Treat Williams. The Show was a hit, but it was cancelled because Long had suffered health problems that made her unable to film any new episodes for a long period of time.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy but naive young man inherits a fortune and falls for a woman who is secretly plotting to take his money. He seeks advice from a street-smart, cynical woman who becomes his confidante. As the con unfolds, unexpected feelings and complications arise, leading to a humorous and tangled web of deceit and romance.
Critical Reception
Good Advice was met with overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics. It is widely considered a poorly made film, with criticism directed at its predictable plot, weak humor, and uninspired performances. Audiences also largely ignored the film, contributing to its poor box office performance.
What Reviewers Say
- The film suffers from a trite and uninspired plot.
- Humor falls flat and relies on tired clichés.
- Performances are generally wooden and unconvincing.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the film's low profile, but those available reflect general disappointment with the predictable storyline and lack of comedic impact.
Fun Fact
This film marked one of Denise Richards' earliest major film roles, preceding her more widely recognized work.
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