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Plot Summary
A retired detective, Leo Trench, is hired to do a simple job: find a stolen briefcase. However, the job quickly escalates when he discovers the briefcase contains the plans for a new advanced weapon. Trench must then race against time to stop the weapon from falling into the wrong hands, all while dealing with a persistent and nosy reporter.
Critical Reception
The film received largely negative reviews from critics and was a box office disappointment. Its convoluted plot, reliance on clichés, and inconsistent tone were frequently cited as major weaknesses.
What Reviewers Say
- Criticized for its nonsensical plot and generic action sequences.
- Art Carney's performance was often noted, but not enough to save the film.
- Lacked originality and failed to deliver a satisfying crime-comedy experience.
Google audience: Audience reception is not well-documented, but critical and commercial failure suggests a lack of positive audience engagement.
Fun Fact
The film's original script was intended to be a more serious thriller before it was rewritten as a comedy-action film.
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