Funny black comedy about a hit man in Alcoholics Anonymous. Ben Kingsley has a blast playing Frank, a hit man for a Polish mob in Buffalo. Frank's problem is that his drinking is starting to interfere with his job. He is sent to San Francisco to dry out and he actually begins a new life: job in a mortuary, AA meetings, friends, and even a romance with Laurel (Tea Leoni, who doesn't make enough movies). Eventually the "new" Frank will have to return home to clear up some unfinished business.
If you have ever been to an AA meeting, you will really get a hoot at Frank's work ethic and his earnest approach to the program and the honesty with which he reveals himself at the meetings.
Black comedy is about things that usually are not considered funny. This movie fits that bill. While not a great movie, it is enjoyable. Any movie that makes me laugh out loud goes on my list!
DIRECTOR: John Dahl. CAST: Ben Kingsley, Tea Leoni, Luke Wilson, Philip Baker Hall, Dennis Farina, Bill Pullman, Marcus Thomas.
AWARDS: 1 win & 2 nominations.
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