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Double Whammy
2001 93 min United States of America R 16+
★5.7
Comedy, Crime, Drama
Director: Tom DiCillo
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Description
Ray Pluto has many problems. He is satirized in the tabloids as the "loser cop." His partner is starting to seem suspiciously attracted to him. A pair of screenwriters across the hall keep bugging him for help. The superintendent of his building is stabbed by hoodlums hired by his own rebellious daughter. To top it off, a sexually aggressive chiropractor may just be Ray's undoing.
Starring
Denis Leary
Actor
Elizabeth Hurley
Actor
Luis Guzmán
Actor
Awards
2 wins & 4 nominations total
Key opinion
Double Whammy is a niche, indie-centric crime comedy that explores themes of failure through an ironic, detached lens. While some viewers appreciate its laid-back tone and stylistic influences, many find the narrative lacking in substance and the protagonist's performance unengaging.
| Screenplay | The film employs an interwoven, multi-narrative structure that draws clear stylistic inspiration from Tarantino and indie cinema tropes. | |
| Score | The musical contributions from Tuatara, particularly the track 'Dark State of Mind,' stand out as the film's most compelling and emotive element. | |
| Acting | The portrayal of the protagonist as a perpetually failing, weed-smoking underdog feels stagnant and fails to elicit a strong emotional connection. | |
| Originality | The film's reliance on familiar indie loser-protagonist motifs leads to a sense of waning originality compared to the director's earlier works. | |
| Pacing | Viewers are split on the pacing; some find the ironic, deliberate tempo suitable for a relaxed viewing experience, while others perceive it as a lack of narrative substance or interest. |