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Things to Do in Denver When You're Dead

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Things to Do in Denver When You're Dead

R

Released Dec 1, 1995

1h 54m

Crime

Drama

Mystery & Thriller

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Ex-crook Jimmy "The Saint" Tosnia (Andy Garcia) is trying his best to go legitimate until he's dragged back into the world of crime for one last, seemingly simple mission. All Jimmy and his eccentric cronies have to do is intimidate their target. But they make a disastrous series of mistakes that result in the death of a woman connected to a powerful gangster. Before long, Mr. Shhh (Steve Buscemi), a notorious assassin who never slips up, is sent to take down Jimmy and his partners.

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Critics Consensus

Just watch a Tarantino movie instead -- and buy a Warren Zevon record while you're at it.

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Jonathan Rosenbaum

Chicago Reader

Alas, most of the surprise and the wit to be found here ends with the title.

Jun 14, 2022

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Susan Stark

Detroit News

Rated: 2/4

Jan 1, 2000

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Mike Clark

USA Today

Yet another debut about urban lowlifes filmed by wanna-be Tarantinos, Denver boasts a distinctive personality and a colorful cast that any police lineup would be proud to call its own.

Rated: 3/4

Jan 1, 2000

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Matt Brunson

Film Frenzy

Thirty years later, when it can breathe on its own, it plays a bit better, even if it still qualifies as an also-ran.

Rated: 2.5/4

May 6, 2025

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Michael Clark

Epoch Times

In the wake of his Oscar-nominated role as the sick-puppy Vincent in “The Godfather III” Garcia appeared in four thoroughly forgettable flicks, and “Denver” offered him a chance to do a riff on Vincent, but with a bigger heart, and he succeeded admirably.

Rated: 4.5/5

Aug 12, 2023

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Rob Gonsalves

Rob's Movie Vault

Funny and engaging whatsit that didn’t really deserve all the comparisons to Quentin Tarantino.

Rated: B

Sep 1, 2022

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Jelisije J

Look I love the cast, but this film is an absolute mess and I wish it could have been better.

Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars

04/05/24

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Samuel D

I created an account just to say this movie sucks.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

01/12/24

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KB B

This was such a compelling movie that I'd never heard of. Andy Garcia was superb as usual. It's definitely worth the watch.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

01/08/24

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M R

This is a personal favorite of mines. I admit, it's very B movie-esque across the board, but it's good. Andy Garcia and Christopher Walken are exceptional in this film. The storyline isn't all that but the performances carry this film and make it a home run. You really cheer for the protagonist and empathize with his cause. Pretty good overall. 85/100 B

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

09/15/23

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A.L.Jude P

Another sadly underrated gem of 1990s.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

08/07/23

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Paul B

Superb, well written movie. Dismissing the film as a Tarantino copy is lazy and misguided.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/13/23

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Synopsis

Ex-crook Jimmy "The Saint" Tosnia (Andy Garcia) is trying his best to go legitimate until he's dragged back into the world of crime for one last, seemingly simple mission. All Jimmy and his eccentric cronies have to do is intimidate their target. But they make a disastrous series of mistakes that result in the death of a woman connected to a powerful gangster. Before long, Mr. Shhh (Steve Buscemi), a notorious assassin who never slips up, is sent to take down Jimmy and his partners.

Director: Gary Fleder
Producer: Cary Woods
Screenwriter: Scott Rosenberg
Distributor: Miramax Films
Production Co: Miramax Films, Woods Entertainment
Rating: R
Genre: Crime, Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Dec 1, 1995, Original
Release Date (Streaming): Oct 8, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $232.2K
Runtime: 1h 54m
Sound Mix: Surround

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