Once Upon a Time in Venice

Once Upon a Time in Venice

2017 · 94 min · EN · R · 5.2 (575 votes)
Dir. Mark Cullen, Robb Cullen · Starring Bruce Willis, Jason Momoa, John Goodman, Thomas Middleditch, Famke Janssen, Elisabeth Röhm · Music Jeff Cardoni

Never mess with a man's dog

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Steve Ford is a private detective in Venice Beach, Calif., who's good with the ladies, bad with the punches and wild about his dog Buddy. When local thugs steal Buddy, Ford turns to Spyder, their devious leader, and forges an unlikely alliance. With help from his best friend, Steve pulls out the big guns to retrieve Spyder's stolen cash and cocaine and save Buddy.

VIBE

This is a sun-drenched, irreverent romp through Venice Beach. Expect a chaotic, goofy energy as a hapless private eye navigates a pulpy criminal underworld, all for the love of his dog. It's a lighthearted, propulsive caper perfect for a relaxed watch with friends, embracing its B-movie charm.

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