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The Best Laid Plans

  • 2019
  • 1h 13m
IMDb RATING
7.1/10
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The Best Laid Plans (2019)
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Kevin, Allen, and John are three recent college graduates in Central Florida who are still struggling to find work. When Kevin finds out that he and his family are about to be evicted, he an... Read allKevin, Allen, and John are three recent college graduates in Central Florida who are still struggling to find work. When Kevin finds out that he and his family are about to be evicted, he and his friends attempt to raise the money to save his family's home. When they find out tha... Read allKevin, Allen, and John are three recent college graduates in Central Florida who are still struggling to find work. When Kevin finds out that he and his family are about to be evicted, he and his friends attempt to raise the money to save his family's home. When they find out that Tommy, an old classmate, has won the Lotto, they decide to make a last-ditch effort and ... Read all

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    • Michael LiCastri
  • Writer
    • Michael LiCastri
  • Stars
    • Linnea Quigley
    • Edwin Neal
    • Brian Ballance
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.1/10
    67
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Michael LiCastri
    • Writer
      • Michael LiCastri
    • Stars
      • Linnea Quigley
      • Edwin Neal
      • Brian Ballance
    • 23User reviews
    • 4Critic reviews
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    Linnea Quigley
    Linnea Quigley
    • Lois
    Edwin Neal
    Edwin Neal
    • Jimmy
    Brian Ballance
    Brian Ballance
    • Tommy
    Michael LiCastri
    • Kevin
    Yvelisse Cedrez
    • Brooklyn
    Nat Fennell
    • Pizza Shop Customer
    Brandy Hensley
    • Miranda
    Ed Colón
    • Frank
    Marty Marrero
    • Antonio
    David Plowden
    • Allen
    Keith Surplus
    • John
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    8sammykewlguy

    I laughed

    I laughed quite a bit during this fun and self-aware comedy (I guess I can say that because of the Fargo reference made in the movie). It's about three friends who kidnap a recently rich guy who has a history with him. Their plan is simple but these guys aren't naturally born criminals. They are so sweet and yet desperation leads their actions. The film definitely benefits from some good dialog, and I loved how the actors interacted with each other. It's a lot of fun.
    TrentonHudson

    Incredible film

    Loved the film. Truly shows what friends will go through to get what they want. Everything was great to the cinematography to the way the actors all portrayed very well and natural. Hope to see more from this filmmaker. J. D'andrea
    9mich1elle

    great comedy

    This movie was so fun to watch. Lots of great comedy that had me laughing all the way through.
    8mettlesetdesigner

    Hilariously funny.

    OK first off I must say I'm a huge fan of dark comedy movies. I also have a soft spot for and love indie films. The Best Laid Plans is the best of both those worlds! I ran across this indie comedy gem on the streaming service Tubi and I was not disappointed. I laughed quite a bit throughout. The movie is about three goofballs friends that decide to kidnap an old friend from school who just won the lottery but these three are so sweet and funny and naturally born criminals they are not! If you are looking for a good laugh watch Kevin, Allen, John and Tommy in this hilarious comedy The Best Laid Plans.
    9TheAll-SeeingI

    Just Good, Clean, Kidnapping Fun

    "The Best Laid Plans" expertly leverages mainstay attributes from the genres of comedy, heist, and buddy movie to present an unbroken assault of highly engaging, caper-based fun.

    Jealous and cash poor, a group of young male friends are bent when a former classmate wins the lottery. Logically, a kidnapping is deemed appropriate. And once the target is stashed in the getaway car, "The Best Laid Plans" steps on the accelerator and takes itself (and us) to joyous next levels.

    The casting of each of these non-threatening, hard-not-to-love buffoons is truly spot-on. Each manifests traits that are endearing, attractively familiar, and gleefully relatable. "The Best Laid Plans" locked us in from the get-go, and kept us grinning throughout. - (Was this review of use to you? If so, let me know by clicking "Helpful." Cheers!)

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    • Release date
      • March 1, 2019 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Monarch's Film Page
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      • English
    • Filming locations
      • Florida, USA
    • Production company
      • 1202 Productions
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      • 1h 13m(73 min)
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