Rating: R
Movie Release Date: August 21, 1987
DVD Release Date: April 7, 1998
Plot 411: A Mexican American gets mistaken as an illegal immigrant, is deported to Mexico and must find his way home.
Review: Cheech Marin is Rudy, a guy who was born in east L.A. but who is mistaken as an illegal immigrant. When he is deported to Tijuana, he does everything he can to get back across the border. No one believes he's American so he's often locked up in jail or mistaken as a Mexican. Also in ths film is Daniel Stern, who plays Jimmy. Jimmy is an American hustler who is running a number of businesses - legal and illegal - in Mexico and becomes Rudy's friend/manager/boss. Stern is perfect as the arrogant American and is oftentimes ignorant and racist. His voice reminded me of his character in Rookie Of The Year, but other than that this is a completely different side of him. This was a funny look at immigration and prejudice. It touched upon them with humor and not much seriousness but was still able to play on the general themes. It also highlighted the idea that Mexican Americans have lost touched with their ancestry as Rudy is unable to speak much Spanish and is unfamiliar with many Spanish foods. I enjoyed this movie for what it was - a trip across the border.
Watch It: For the special surprise of Jason Scott Lee in a minor role.
Skip It: If you're looking for some Cheech and Chong action. This ain't it.
Movie Release Date: August 21, 1987
DVD Release Date: April 7, 1998
Plot 411: A Mexican American gets mistaken as an illegal immigrant, is deported to Mexico and must find his way home.
Review: Cheech Marin is Rudy, a guy who was born in east L.A. but who is mistaken as an illegal immigrant. When he is deported to Tijuana, he does everything he can to get back across the border. No one believes he's American so he's often locked up in jail or mistaken as a Mexican. Also in ths film is Daniel Stern, who plays Jimmy. Jimmy is an American hustler who is running a number of businesses - legal and illegal - in Mexico and becomes Rudy's friend/manager/boss. Stern is perfect as the arrogant American and is oftentimes ignorant and racist. His voice reminded me of his character in Rookie Of The Year, but other than that this is a completely different side of him. This was a funny look at immigration and prejudice. It touched upon them with humor and not much seriousness but was still able to play on the general themes. It also highlighted the idea that Mexican Americans have lost touched with their ancestry as Rudy is unable to speak much Spanish and is unfamiliar with many Spanish foods. I enjoyed this movie for what it was - a trip across the border.
Watch It: For the special surprise of Jason Scott Lee in a minor role.
Skip It: If you're looking for some Cheech and Chong action. This ain't it.
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