Get Shorty
A clever black comedy about Chili Palmer (John Travolta), a collector for the mob who after being sent to LA on a mission, hooks up with a slick, grade Z producer who can fulfill his dream of being connected with the movies. From the novel by Elmore Leonard.
Year: 1995
Genre: Comedy, Based on..., Filmmaking, Black Humour
Country: USA
Director: Barry Sonnenfeld
Starring: Danny DeVito, Gene Hackman, Rene Russo, John Travolta, Dennis Farina, Delroy Lindo, James Gandolfini
Duration: 105 Minutes
Rating: R16 - Contains violence and offensive language.
6.9/10
Location in store: Comedy
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