Downtown
Michael Nouri plays a tough cop who has rubbed his superiors the wrong way once too often. By way of punishment he is assigned the supervision of four colorful parolees in this police drama with humor. They are: Dennis Shotthaffer who imagined himself to be a doctor and tried to perform operations; Terry Casaro, a young black pickpocket; Jesse Smith, a street-wise tough; and Harriet Conover, a land-fraud artist who lives in a big mansion. Forney, who hates his assignment but wants to get back on the force where he belongs, devises a plan to put his four charges under one roof—in Conover's mansion.
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Plot Summary
A young, white, bookish detective is partnered with a tough, street-smart African-American detective to solve a murder case. The unlikely duo must overcome their differences and the challenges of the city's underbelly to bring a dangerous killer to justice. Their investigation takes them through the vibrant and sometimes dangerous streets of Philadelphia.
Critical Reception
Downtown received mixed reviews from critics, who praised its energetic performances and buddy-cop dynamic but found the plot to be somewhat predictable and formulaic. Audiences generally enjoyed the film for its humor and the chemistry between the lead actors.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its lead actors' chemistry and comedic moments.
- Criticized for a derivative plot and lack of originality.
- Appreciated for its fast pace and Philadelphia setting.
Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be an entertaining and lighthearted comedy, appreciating the banter between the main characters and the overall fun factor, though some noted it wasn't particularly groundbreaking.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and the production aimed to capture the city's distinctive urban atmosphere.
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