Oscar (1991) – Angelo “Snaps” Provolone made his dying father a promise on his deathbed: he would leave the world of crime and become an honest businessman. Despite having no experience in making money in a legal fashion, Snaps sets about to keep his promise.
Director: John Landis (National Lampoon’s Animal House, The Blues Brothers, Trading Places)
Writer: Jim Mulholland and Michael Barrie (The Muppet Movie, The Great Muppet Caper, Three Men and a Baby)
Release Date: April 26, 1991
Domestic Box Office: $23.5 million
The Good:
- Sylvester Stallone in a rare comedic role
- Marisa Tomei’s breakout performance
- Fun and heartwarming story
- Great supporting cast
The Bad:
- Some of the jokes may not land with modern audiences
- The film can be a bit slow at times
Top 5 Cast:
- Sylvester Stallone as Angelo “Snaps” Provolone
- Marisa Tomei as Mona Lisa Vito
- Tim Curry as Don Carmine Sabatini
- Chazz Palminteri as Vinnie Antonelli
- Ornella Muti as Gabriella
Critical Reviews:
- “A surprisingly charming and funny film that showcases Stallone’s comedic talents.” – Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times
- “A light-hearted and enjoyable comedy that is sure to please fans of both Stallone and Tomei.” – Peter Travers, Rolling Stone
- “A fun and heartwarming film that is perfect for a night out with the family.” – Entertainment Weekly
- “A well-made and entertaining film that is sure to please audiences of all ages.” – The New York Times
- “A surprisingly good film that is sure to surprise and delight audiences.” – The Washington Post
Cinematic Importance: Oscar (1991) is a significant film because it marked Sylvester Stallone’s first attempt at a comedic role. The film was a critical and commercial success, and it helped to launch Tomei’s career. Oscar is a fun and heartwarming film that is sure to please audiences of all ages.\
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