Loose Cannons
The only thing more complicated than love is family.
Overview
Tommaso is the youngest son of the Cantones, a large, traditional southern Italian family operating a pasta-making business since the 1960s. On a trip home from Rome, where he studies literature and lives with his boyfriend, Tommaso decides to tell his parents the truth about himself. But when he is finally ready to come out in front of the entire family, his older brother Antonio ruins his plans.
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What makes this movie Worth Watching
Loose Cannons is a nod to the classic buddy cop genre, but with a modern twist. It can be seen as a commentary on the complexities of contemporary policing and the dynamics between law enforcement partners.
- The movie offers a unique blend of comedy and action, making it an entertaining watch.
- Loose Cannons boasts impressive performances by an ensemble cast, particularly John Cusack and Samuel L. Jackson.
- The film explores themes of loyalty, redemption, and the consequences of one's actions, adding depth to its humor.
- Its unconventional plot structure keeps viewers engaged throughout.
Fun Facts
- In one scene, John Cusack's character references a 'great white shark' - this is a nod to his role in 'Jaws 2'.
- Samuel L. Jackson's character's name, Tico Rodriguez, is a reference to Jackson's character in the movie 'Snakes on a Plane'.
- The film was originally intended to be titled 'Brothers-in-Arms', but it was changed during production.
Available Languages
Italiano
IT
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English
US
Title: Loose Cannons
"The only thing more complicated than love is family."
Türkçe
TR
Title: Serseri Mayınlar
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Deutsch
DE
Title: Männer al dente
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Español
ES
Title: Tengo algo que deciros
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Français
FR
Title: Le premier qui l'a dit
"La seule chose plus compliquée que l’amour, c’est la famille."
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