![]() Who uses the word dilettante, anyways? That's basically the only thing that I can remember about this movie. "It's better to be dead and cool, than alive and uncool." Don't look for some higher purpose or anything artsy or Oscar=worthy. There are too many attempts at sub-plots and backstories watch this for the "we're in this together" camaraderie. Harley-Marlboro was a box office disappointment, making only $7 million on a $23 million budget, but don't let that deter you from the fun of watching it. ![]() ![]() The rest, Big John Studd included, fill out a raucous cast. I love the cast: pre-surgery Rourke, Johnson's probably the best actor, Tom Sizemore-the evil banker and his unusual henchmen led by Daniel Baldwin, Vanessa Williams and Tia Carrere are eye-candy, while Chelsea Field is pretty and talented. Come on admit it, the title made you curious enough to watch this. The title alone should tell you that director Simon Wincer uses the two iconic stereotypes to set a loose, playful mood. This fine film plays like a goofier version of Heat or some other heist/caper drama that takes itself too seriously. It's not even remotely base in reality, and the plot and action are juvenile, but this is testosterone-based escapism at its finest. I love it it's a buddy action flick about a family-type group's attempt to get even and get a little justice for the little guy. "Don't Yank It, It's Not Your Dick!" This line from Marlboro (Don Johnson) delivered to Harley (Mickey Rourke) pretty much tells you what you need to know in order to appreciate this movie.
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