Christopher Walken can play psychos in his sleep. Here, he does it in a wheelchair, compelling Andy Garcia to leave the straight life and scare off the new boyfriend of his son's ex-girlfriend. To call this faux Tarantino is not fair as, according to press reports, this project was written before Reservoir Dogs was even released. Still.... This stylish gangster drama wants to be hard-boiled, but is merely half-baked. The characters have names like Man With the Plan, Critical Bill and Pieces, and spout dime store pulp such as "Girls who glide go for guys who make them thump," or something like that. If you're looking for things to do in Denver, watch the Rockies instead. Not recommended. (K. Lee Benson)
Things to Do in Denver When You're Dead
(Miramax, 115 min., R, avail. Aug. 20) Vol. 11, Issue 4
Things to Do in Denver When You're Dead
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