Sunday, August 18, 2024
Jackpot
It’s “It Could Happen To You” meets “The Bodyguard” meets “The Purge” in dystopian California 2030. Struggling wannabe actress Katie Kim (Akwafina) accidentally wins California Lottery’s biggest payout 3.6 billion dollars. But in this action comedy, the new state law allows anyone who kills the winner to can claim the prize for themselves. Thus, begins the zany fun in this screwball comedy. Freelance bodyguard & all around good guy Noel (John Cena) steps in to offer his assistance. When the situation goes from bad to worse, Noel has no choice but to call in for more professional help from Louis (Simu Liu) & company. But when things for Katie go to the worst, she finds out who her true friends are. This one I️ strictly for laughs with rapid fire jokes & sight gags. Look for outtakes during the credits.
Alien gives it 3 “my ticket, my lottery” stars out of 4.
