What is Get Shorty?
Get Shorty is a film first released in 1995. Catalogued under Comedy, Thriller, Crime.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1995
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 105 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 20, 1995
- Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Jersey Films
- Genres
- Comedy, Thriller, Crime
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Overview
Get Shorty is a film first released in 1995. Catalogued under Comedy, Thriller, Crime. Produced and broadcast by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Jersey Films. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A Miami mobster dives into Hollywood, discovering the film world mirrors the underworld.”
- Blends mobster narrative with Hollywood satire
- Sharp humor from its genre mashup
- Explores similarities between crime and film production
- The comedic tone may surprise viewers expecting a straight crime drama
- Pacing can feel uneven for pure thriller fans
Watch it if you enjoy clever comedies that lampoon the movie business while delivering a crime caper.
Its mix of comedy, crime and thriller elements makes it suitable for mature audiences comfortable with mild violence and adult humor.
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What is the basic premise of Get Shorty?
It follows Chili Palmer, a Miami mobster sent to Los Angeles to collect a debt from a Hollywood producer, where he discovers parallels between organized crime and film production.
When was Get Shorty released?
The film was released in the United States on October 20, 1995.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.
What genres does Get Shorty combine?
It blends comedy, thriller, and crime elements.
Is Get Shorty suitable for younger viewers?
The film contains mature themes, crime-related content and adult humor, so it is best suited for mature audiences.
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