Scroll through the IMDb reviews, and you'll see everything from a 2 out of 10 to a 10 out of 10, with the majority of reviews hovering between a 5 and a 6. I'm giving it a 7 because what I like about it outweighs what leaves me dissatisfied. This film is proof that art really IS subjective.
I actually liked the pace of the film, although I agree that its energetic opening during the credits is diametrically opposed to its slow-go pace the remainder of the film. I like Deleon. I've always liked Ann-Margret. But I must confess that I have never, ever been a fan of Jack Palance. The only reason I will watch a film with him in the cast is because of someone else in the cast.
The most engaging performances are of Heflin and Deleon; and in their scenes together, I couldn't help but feel they had a professional respect for one another off screen. But truly of particular note is John Davis Chandler. (And there's a twist to his character at the very end, if you are smart enough to catch it.) It took me about halfway through the film to remember him as the scary gangster in Adventures In Babysitting. And I found his IMDb bio interesting also.
Personally, I liked the ending; but I can understand some viewers might be let down.
Give this film a chance if you're a fan of one or more of the cast members. Just know from all the reviews on this site that it truly comes down to personal tastes as to whether you will like it or not.
I actually liked the pace of the film, although I agree that its energetic opening during the credits is diametrically opposed to its slow-go pace the remainder of the film. I like Deleon. I've always liked Ann-Margret. But I must confess that I have never, ever been a fan of Jack Palance. The only reason I will watch a film with him in the cast is because of someone else in the cast.
The most engaging performances are of Heflin and Deleon; and in their scenes together, I couldn't help but feel they had a professional respect for one another off screen. But truly of particular note is John Davis Chandler. (And there's a twist to his character at the very end, if you are smart enough to catch it.) It took me about halfway through the film to remember him as the scary gangster in Adventures In Babysitting. And I found his IMDb bio interesting also.
Personally, I liked the ending; but I can understand some viewers might be let down.
Give this film a chance if you're a fan of one or more of the cast members. Just know from all the reviews on this site that it truly comes down to personal tastes as to whether you will like it or not.