classicsoncall I always get a kick out of this picture, primarily because of Charles Grodin. His character, Jonathan Mardukas is so obnoxiously repetitious with his questions to Jack Walsh (Robert De Niro) that he comes off as hilarious. Even in the most dire situations, both men are cracking wise with each other while circumventing the FBI and the mob, out to stop Walsh from bringing Mardukas cross country to Los Angeles before bail bondsman Eddie Moscone (Joe Pantoliano) forfeits a four hundred fifty thousand dollar guaranty. My favorite scene was the one at Red's Corner Bar when Jon pulls off the counterfeit money scam and strings Jack along for the swindle. That had just the right accountant's touch to pull off. Propping up the story, especially at the finale, was that unexpected spark of humanity that develops into a weird sort of friendship between Walsh and Mardukas that wasn't going to be swayed by any amount of bribe money. It was the culmination of one of their more somber moments, right after leaving the home of Jack's ex-wife, when Jon philosophically gave Jack the best advice he had to offer - "Sometimes you just have to let go".

Mokka-mocha45 The funny point in this film is that Walsh is cunning and outs his heart into everything for money. It is interesting that he tries to deceive some people, however it is found out finally. He is not the main character who can be called a hero, but I think we can be called a hero, but I think we can never hate him. The Duke is also good at cheating someone. Especially, when he got on the plane, his pretence of phobia was great. Walsh and the Duke hated each other at first, but their cooperation system is good, and they are a perfect combination. I was moved by the last scene that Walsh set The Duke free. Money which he received from The Duke was less than $ 300,000 that was promised. I think he could not build his coffee shop and it became a little difficult to start his new life. However he did not give up a scene of justice he had inside. He had evil plots, but he did not forget heart of a police detective. As mentioned above, I think Walsh is not be a hero, but he has his sense of justice. He may be a hero who does not look like a hero.

hind626 Jack Walsh who works as a bounty hunter in LA, was asked to find Jonathan Mardukas called "The Duke", but some people – the FBI, the Mafia, and the other bounty hunter also chase him. So Jack has to reach LA avoiding them.This film is comedy and I think it never makes audiences bored. In this film, many accidents come to Jack frequently, but these are rich in variety. Moreover, Jack's personality and words match with story, and furthermore, the dialog between Jack and the Duke is also great. In short, all portions make this film the masterpiece of comedy. I have seldom watched great films like this.Though this is a comedy, it showed and taught me what is right, love, and friendship… kinds of human things. In this film, many bad guys appear so these things may stand out more. Thus, even though you do not like comedy so much, this film is well worth watching.This film is an old work now so it may seem a little bit poor compared with today's expensive films, but I think most today's films are hardly greater than this because this film was harmonized really well.

ronniehrubin If you're unsure if you will like this movie, rest assured it will be worth your time. It's not just a great buddy movie, it's a very, very funny movie. There are, of course, no punch lines, but comedy from the dark subject line. The main plot is about a bounty hunter (DeNiro) finding and returning, in 5 days, a bond skip tracer (Grodin) to stand trial. But, in a funny scene, Grodin convinces DeNiro that Grodin cannot fly, thus the beginning of a grueling 5 day road trip from New York to California. As the old saying goes, let the hilarity begin. The two are chased across the country by the FBI, the mob and another bounty hunter. There is plenty to say, but I prefer to let the movie do the talking. Let me also say that the chemistry between Grodin and DeNiro is spectacular. The train scene towards the end of the movie where they are discussing chickens is outright hilarious (and, it turns out, mostly improvised). The other supporting characters are terrific as well. But, in my opinion, the performance by the late great Dennis Farina must be mentioned. He steals every scene he's in and how he didn't get nominated for an Oscar is just baffling. All in all, a 9 out of 10. I hear they are considering a sequel. I look forward to it!