Trouble in Store
Trouble in Store

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Trouble in Store

2011
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
Russian

In the spring of 1982, as Brezhnev’s power is waning, Yuri Andropov decides to tackle corruption and apathy in the Soviet Union.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Christopher RussellGenres: Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

A wealthy and eccentric father decides to test his two estranged adult children by faking his own death. He sets up a scavenger hunt and a series of challenges, hoping they will learn to work together and reconcile their differences. The siblings, who have always been competitive and resentful of each other, must overcome their animosity to inherit his fortune.

Critical Reception

Trouble in Store received a generally lukewarm reception from critics and audiences, with many finding its plot predictable and its humor hit-or-miss. The performances, particularly from veteran actors Barry Bostwick and Julia Duffy, were often cited as a highlight, but they were not enough to elevate the film above its formulaic premise. It was primarily seen as a lighthearted family comedy that offered little in the way of originality.

What Reviewers Say

  • A predictable but occasionally amusing family comedy.

  • Relies heavily on the charm of its veteran cast.

  • Lacks originality and significant comedic depth.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but those available suggest it's a passable family film with some lighthearted moments, though not particularly memorable.

Fun Fact

The film was largely bypassed by major critics and award bodies, indicating a limited release and niche appeal.

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