I had fun watching this movie. I say that as it seems that I'm the only one that thought there was some subtle humor weaved into the story. The Big Take is categorized as a thriller but the plot has some funny moments, what made this movie more than enjoyable to watch. Justin Daly did a good job with this movie, a fluent story with some unexpected elements, a good cast, and an excellent soundtrack (in fact one of the better soundtracks I've heard in a long time). The music (ska, punkrock and metal) is a great addition to this movie, the bands and artists are the ones I listen to all the time. If you're into ska this movie is already worth the watch, you get good music on top of an entertaining story.
Plot summary
Douglas Brown is a movie star who wakes up to find he is being blackmailed by someone he doesn't know. He calls his agent Jack Girardi who calls Hollywood private detective Frank Manascalpo to sort things out. Frank does well, at first, but he finds the wrong man. He finds an aspiring writer/director Max O'Leary, who is under the mistaken impression that the sudden attention he is receiving might be because Douglas Brown wants to make his movie. He doesn't. In the end, Max does get his big break in Hollywood. Unfortunately, he is going to have to kill someone to get it.
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Great soundtrack and good scenario.
Decent film
I found my self second guessing this the first 15 minute or so seemed and looked very low budget. The producer guy was the issue. Once it got going I was " laughing out loud" at many parts. Especially the phone calls between the detective and Ieary. " Good now shut them off and go to bed". Hahah. And the calls with frank" I don't get this". Haha. Was this a great movie no but laughing is good for you and Oh I laughed. and John Enos is in it my long time crush. So it was a fun watch.
Worse music soundtrack ever
Turned off after 4 minutes. Couldn't stand the loud overbearing soundtrack blasting over dialog