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The Plot Against Harry (1971)
Director: Michael Roemer
Cast: Martin Priest, Ben Lang, Maxine Woods, Henry Nemo
Runtime81 min
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Deadpan, small-time Kosher Nostra mobster Harry Plotnick goes meshugga when he gets into the catering biz with his ex-brother-in-law.
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The Plot Against Harry is a little-known 1971 comedy film directed by Michael Roemer. While it received mixed reviews from critics upon its initial release, it has since gained a cult following and is now considered an underrated gem, praised for its deadpan humor and nuanced portrayal of a small-time mobster. The film has an 8.1/10 rating on IMDb, indicating strong audience appreciation.
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Fans of deadpan, offbeat humor will particularly enjoy the 1971 comedy 'The Plot Against Harry' directed by Michael Roemer. This unique Kosher Nostra crime caper follows the misadventures of small-time mobster Harry Plotnick as he hilariously stumbles into the catering business with his ex-brother-in-law, offering a quirky, low-key look at the criminal underworld.
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The Plot Against Harry is an American comedy film directed by Michael Roemer. The plot involves Harry Plotnick, a small-time Jewish gangster living in a now largely Hispanic and African American New York neighborhood, playing the numbers game after being released from prison. The film was not widely released but slowly has gained a cult following after rediscovery by film aficionados and the Criterion Collection.
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