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On the Money
On The Money with Becky Quick, formerly The Wall Street Journal Report, is a weekly syndicated show anchored by Maria Bartiromo, airing usually on Saturday, Sunday or early Monday morning, depending on the station. Political, business, and economic figures are interviewed on the show; previous guests include Henry Paulson and Colin Powell.
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Plot Summary
A down-on-his-luck private investigator, seeking a big score, stumbles upon a complicated scheme involving stolen money and a beautiful singer. As he delves deeper, he finds himself entangled with a dangerous criminal underworld and the FBI, all while trying to navigate his own questionable ethics and a possible romantic entanglement.
Critical Reception
On the Money received a mixed to negative reception upon its release. Critics often cited its formulaic plot and uneven pacing as significant drawbacks, though some acknowledged the performances of its cast, particularly Howard Duff in the lead role. Audiences generally found it to be a forgettable entry in the crime-comedy genre.
What Reviewers Say
The film suffers from a predictable and convoluted plot.
Howard Duff's performance is a highlight, but not enough to salvage the movie.
Lacks the wit and charm expected from a comedy-crime flick.
Google audience: Audience feedback on Google is largely unavailable, but general sentiment suggests it was a low-budget crime film that didn't leave a significant impression.
Fun Fact
The film was part of a series of made-for-television movies produced by MGM Television, aimed at exploiting the success of crime dramas of the era.
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