Rating: 
Summary: "Dying for it to be over"
Review: I was going to write a VERY lengthy summation as to why this movie was so bad, but I decided it (the movie) isn't worth the time or effort. I'm not even close to kidding folks! Suffice it to say that the story had holes in it big enough to drive a tractor trailer through. The movie dragged on and on. On and on. On and on. On and on with little to NO developement plot-wise. The last 30 minutes of the movie was filled with those MEGA-ANNOYING false finishes. You know, the kind where you think the action is real, but someone was only dreaming that particular scenario. Completely irritating. POOR character developement. A cheese-bag ending to end all cheese-bag endings. Someone (I won't tell which character) gets away clean as an accessory to murder, while everyone else pays. "Well, so what?" you might ask. The thing is, you're left scratching your head, wondering what made her so damn special. She was just as guilty, and as bad, as everyone else. It made NO SENSE WHATSOEVER.They (the writers) should be ashamed of this piece of drivel. For the all star cast they had, a mentally-challenged baboon could have sat in front of a typewriter, randomly hit keys for a week, and came up with a better script.So, in a way, I encourage you to rent it. You have to see it to believe it. The utter wasting of so much acting talent I mean.
Rating:
Summary: "Dying for it to be over"
Review: I was going to write a VERY lengthy summation as to why this movie was so bad, but I decided it (the movie) isn't worth the time or effort. I'm not even close to kidding folks! Suffice it to say that the story had holes in it big enough to drive a tractor trailer through. The movie dragged on and on. On and on. On and on. On and on with little to NO developement plot-wise. The last 30 minutes of the movie was filled with those MEGA-ANNOYING false finishes. You know, the kind where you think the action is real, but someone was only dreaming that particular scenario. Completely irritating. POOR character developement. A cheese-bag ending to end all cheese-bag endings. Someone (I won't tell which character) gets away clean as an accessory to murder, while everyone else pays. "Well, so what?" you might ask. The thing is, you're left scratching your head, wondering what made her so damn special. She was just as guilty, and as bad, as everyone else. It made NO SENSE WHATSOEVER.They (the writers) should be ashamed of this piece of drivel. For the all star cast they had, a mentally-challenged baboon could have sat in front of a typewriter, randomly hit keys for a week, and came up with a better script.So, in a way, I encourage you to rent it. You have to see it to believe it. The utter wasting of so much acting talent I mean.
Rating: 
Summary: Get's a much needed boost by the charming cast.
Review: In Australia, this film is titled "Susan's Plan" which is, im sorry, a much better title than "Dying to get rich". The first time I saw the film I thought it was enjoyable enough, but I had an immediate urge to view it again, so I did, and it got more enjoyable. Not that much happens but for some unknown reason, I am drawn to it. The great cast is the only reason I can think of. What a killer group. If you saw it once and didn't think much.. See it again, you'll like it more. (P.S. Michael Biehn is a standout.)
Rating:
Summary: No (Comforting) Words for the Dying
Review: It is both a travesty and an insult not only to the viewers of this comedy (and I use the term "comedy" loosely)but to the large ensemble of gifted actors in this ill-fated project !It is a plot that has been so overused and better executed in past comedy movies dealing with the same subject matter; The wife or husband who wants to gain the significant other's inheritance by having them "nixed" (usually by hiring someone to do the dirty deed).Though, such a subject matter has been used for thriller films as well. Even the bumbling duo who botch up the job in the beginning of this clunker are typical characters found in other movies. The tricks and charades are very much cliche here! The most appalling thing is the enormous ensemble of some of today's best actors used to carry out this lethargic and boring flick. It is lethargic in the sense that the humor and jokes were lacking in both content and quality (I know this statement is subjective, but see for yourselves and decide) with regards to the writing ! When a movie contains Natassja Kinski, Lara Flynn Boyle, Billy Zane, Michael Biehn, Adrian Paul, Dan Aykroyd, etc., etc., you expect top performances; You do get them in this comedy ! However, the material given to them is not something I (if I were an actor) would want to have added to my list of credited film roles. Wait until some viewers sit through ending. Can you say MAJOR DISAPPOINTMENT...
Rating: 
Summary: So misunderstood!
Review: It seems like too many people don't understand the simple fact that this movie is not about the plot! It's not supposed to make sense! The entire movie is one giant nonsensical joke. It's kind of like Andy Kaufman and the fact that everything he did was all a part of an hilarious prank pulled on millions of people. This movie is a joke, and we--the viewers--are the punchline. It is meant to be like that. But then again, I guess if it weren't for people who hate the movie, it wouldn't be funny to people like myself.
For anyone who understands John Landis, this is a must-have!
Rating:
Summary: So misunderstood!
Review: It seems like too many people don't understand the simple fact that this movie is not about the plot! It's not supposed to make sense! The entire movie is one giant nonsensical joke. It's kind of like Andy Kaufman and the fact that everything he did was all a part of an hilarious prank pulled on millions of people. This movie is a joke, and we--the viewers--are the punchline. It is meant to be like that. But then again, I guess if it weren't for people who hate the movie, it wouldn't be funny to people like myself.
For anyone who understands John Landis, this is a must-have!
Rating:
Summary: AMAZING CAST, okay plot (a few holes)
Review: The other reviewers do make a few good points. I'll admit, this not an amazing film, but I certainly enjoyed it. Watch it once and its kind of difficult to grasp. Watch it again, and everything comes together. A third time, and the film is just as good. A good cast brings comedy (not amazing, but worthwhile) to the film. All of the actors are well-cast and play their parts well, making a slightly shaky plot a lot more believable. This movie is not torture at all (as other reviewers said), and it is perfect for rainy days. I definentaly reccomend it.
Rating:
Summary: AMAZING CAST, okay plot (a few holes)
Review: The other reviewers do make a few good points. I'll admit, this not an amazing film, but I certainly enjoyed it. Watch it once and its kind of difficult to grasp. Watch it again, and everything comes together. A third time, and the film is just as good. A good cast brings comedy (not amazing, but worthwhile) to the film. All of the actors are well-cast and play their parts well, making a slightly shaky plot a lot more believable. This movie is not torture at all (as other reviewers said), and it is perfect for rainy days. I definentaly reccomend it.
Rating: 
Summary: I didn't get it...
Review: This movie didn't get my full attention, perhaps because Rob Schneider is in it, and he annoys me to no end. But Nastassja Kinski's in this one, so I'm obligated to review it. I have vowed to review EVERYTHING she's ever been in, no matter how wretched. Unless a movie is phenomenally bad, it gets 3 stars jut for pure Kinskiness. And she's in it, so it does. This movie doesn't have quite enough Kinskiness in it though. So i am deducting a point!
Rating:
Summary: Save your money
Review: This movies is SO BAD, my true rating would be 5 black holes. It looks like it ought to be good--John Landis, the actors, but trust me, this would have to get way better to become merely BAD. Think three stooges, with PMS and guns. I got this because I am an Adrian Paul fan; I know some film work is better than none, but if you too are a fan, save your money and watch some old Highlander episodes. This actually hurt to watch.
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