The Big Squeeze
Originally released in 1996. The Big Squeeze is a drama film. directed by Marcus DeLeon.
Starring Lara Flynn Boyle, Danny Nucci, and Peter Dobson
Synopsis
Benny, a hapless grifter, is thrown off a train after cheating at cards, and into the life of Tanya, a lovely bartender. Tanya has been supporting her husband, a former ballplayer, since his accident, waiting for an insurance settlement that will solve all their financial woes. But when it comes, he refuses to share it with her, claiming with newfound piety that money is the root of all evil. She then enlists the help of Benny to concoct a scheme to get her fair share of the settlement, and he finds one: a local Catholic mission needs money for repairs and Benny decides to create a miracle that will encourage husband Henry to fork over the money - which Benny and Tanya will intercept and share.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 6, 1996
29 years ago
Runtime
1h 38m
98 minutes total
User Rating
3.0/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Zeta Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Big Squeeze about?
Benny, a hapless grifter, is thrown off a train after cheating at cards, and into the life of Tanya, a lovely bartender. Tanya has been supporting her husband, a former ballplayer, since his accide...
Who directed The Big Squeeze?
The Big Squeeze was directed by Marcus DeLeon.
How long is The Big Squeeze?
The Big Squeeze has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
When was The Big Squeeze released?
The Big Squeeze was released on September 6, 1996 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Big Squeeze?
The main cast of The Big Squeeze includes Lara Flynn Boyle, Danny Nucci, Peter Dobson, Luca Bercovici, Michael Chieffo.