Big Stan (2007)

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Rob Schneider writes and stars in this comedy about a nerdy con man whose swindling ways land him a stiff prison sentence. Terrified at the prospect of being raped in prison he enlists the aid of a mysterious kung-fu expert to teach him how to fight.

Intro

"Big Stan" is a 2007 American comedy film directed by Rob Schneider, who also stars in the title role. The film co-stars Jennifer Morrison, Scott Wilson, David Carradine, Sally Kirkland, and Henry Gibson. It is a surreal comedy that challenges common jail film stereotypes in an amusing and inventive manner.

Plot

Rob Schneider plays Stan Minton, a deceitful realty bilker who gets caught for real estate fraud. He is found guilty and sentenced to 3 years in San Quentin State Prison, which frightens him due to his fear of the extensive violence and the brutal sexual hostility that detainees withstand.

Preparation for Prison
With six months until his imprisonment, Stan employs a mysterious martial arts expert understood only as "The Master", played by David Carradine. He seeks to be trained in combating methods so that he can secure himself in prison. The Master accepts Stan as his trainee, teaching him unique and unconventional battling techniques, that include strengthening his back to avoid unwanted sexual advances.

Life in Prison

When Stan arrives at San Quentin, he quickly puts his training to the test. Rather of laying low as a non-threat, he establishes dominance by defeating the Prison's resident hard-guy with a commanding display of his martial arts abilities. This act of bravery makes Stan the most feared detainee in the jail. Rather of utilizing his acquired regard to control and scare others, Stan sets out on a mission to improve the jail and change it into a non-violent community, which he achieves through distinct approaches such as mediation, group treatment, and even presenting healthier food options.

Positive Changes and Conclusion

Stan's transformation not just favorably changes the jail culture however likewise his individual character. As time passes, he understands the mistakes of his previous practices beyond the prison, leading him to change his ways and ending up being reasonable and honest. In spite of a minor setback when the prison's corrupt warden attempts to return the prison to it's old, violent state, Stan manages to preserve the peace and harmony amongst the inmates using his martial arts expertise. Ultimately, the prisoners band together to expose the corruption and deceit of the Warden, causing his removal.

At the end of the film, Stan is released having actually effectively finished his sentence. He leaves the jail a different guy, no longer an uneven scammer, but a reformed person with lessons discovered, portraying the motion picture's ethical message - Redemption. The motion picture concludes with Stan promising to utilize his home advancement skills helped by his fellow inmates for the right causes, marking an ideal end to this comical yet thought-provoking plot.

Review
"Big Stan" is a film that masterfully mixes comedy with significant social issues. Rob Schneider delivers an exceptional performance as Stan, using humor and charisma to produce a special film experience. Although the movie integrates ethical and moral teachings, it preserves a lighter and humorous atmosphere throughout, primarily utilizing Schneider's comedic skill. Therefore, "Big Stan" successfully tells a story of improvement, redemption, and, most importantly, the power to induce favorable change.

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