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Windy City Heat (2003)

Windy City Heat (2003)
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This made-for-cable movie may well stand the test of time as one of the most elaborate practical jokes ever televised -- or, at the very least, one of the cruelest. Perry Karavello is an actor whose talent does not quite reach the level of his ambition, but that has not stopped him from pursuing the vain bitch goddess success for nearly ten years. During this time, comedians Tony Barbieri and Don Barris, proclaiming their undying friendship for Karavello, promise him that, some day, they would help him get his big break in a high-budget action film. The dream seems within Karavello's grasp when, at long last, he lands the starring role of "sports private eye" Stone Fury in the upcoming Chicago-based film Windy City Heat. There's only one problem: There is no such film. The movie, and the grueling events leading up to its "production date" (including an outrageous meeting with the supposed Japanese "money men"), are all part of an outsized hoax, cooked up by Barbieri, Barris, and director Bobcat Goldthwait. Need we add that the hapless Karavello is kept in the dark right up the moment that the director shout's "That's a wrap"? Windy City Heat made its Comedy Central network debut October 12, 2003. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

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Director(s):
Bobcat Goldthwait
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Format(s):
DVD
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Synopsis of Windy City Heat

This made-for-cable movie may well stand the test of time as one of the most elaborate practical jokes ever televised -- or, at the very least, one of the cruelest. Perry Karavello is an actor whose talent does not quite reach the level of his ambition, but that has not stopped him from pursuing the vain bitch goddess success for nearly ten years. During this time, comedians Tony Barbieri and Don Barris, proclaiming their undying friendship for Karavello, promise him that, some day, they would help him get his big break in a high-budget action film. The dream seems within Karavello's grasp when, at long last, he lands the starring role of "sports private eye" Stone Fury in the upcoming Chicago-based film Windy City Heat. There's only one problem: There is no such film. The movie, and the grueling events leading up to its "production date" (including an outrageous meeting with the supposed Japanese "money men"), are all part of an outsized hoax, cooked up by Barbieri, Barris, and director Bobcat Goldthwait. Need we add that the hapless Karavello is kept in the dark right up the moment that the director shout's "That's a wrap"? Windy City Heat made its Comedy Central network debut October 12, 2003. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
92 mins

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Director(s):
Bobcat Goldthwait
Writer(s):
Jimmy KimmelTony BarbieriDon Barris
Producer(s):
Daniel Kellison
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R(Profanity, Sexual Situations, Adult Humor)
Categories:
Comedy
Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

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Jeffery H.

This movie was hilarious, and i laughed all the way through it. My only problem with this movie is I am convinced this dude has brain damage and i actually felt sorry for him at the end. That being said If you rent this movie you will laugh all the way through, and the special features are just as funny.

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Steve W.

the funnyest movie i have every saw by far. i could not breath at some points it was too funny

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Kent B.

I would have to agree with other reviews of this movie. This is truly a hidden comedic gem. At some points in the movie you begin to feel bad for Perry, but he's so dense and arrogant that it doesn't feel so wrong. It's one of the only movies I've actually watched the audio commentary to.

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