Manhattan Mixup (2011)

A homage to screwballs and mistaken identity films like The Great Dictator & North by Northwest, set in 1943. It's Cora Apple's birthday, and she gets surprise she never expected when her sisters (Seedy & Candy) accidentally swap her birthday package for the plans to the Manhattan project. Worse yet, the sisters are mistaken for the three undercover female scientists and get kidnapped by the Nazis. The Apple Sisters use their charm, wit, and dumb luck to escape the Nazis and save the world.

Summary
"Manhattan Mixup" is a 2011 short thriller-comedy film that was directed and written by Justin Ambrosino and Christopher W. Jones. The film, which has to do with 10 minutes long, stars Joe Remy Dolinsky, Elia Monte-Brown, Darren Lipari, Peter Brensinger, and Dean Neistat.

Plot Summary
In "Manhattan Mixup", Joe (Joe Remy Dolinksky) is a New York person who discovers himself laced in a comedic and suspiciously awesome misadventure. All of it starts when, on a day like any other, Joe gets an unanticipated plan from an unknown sender and decides to open it due to his curiosity. Inside, he finds a substantial quantity of cash that he assumes is his lucky day's fortune.

Baffled however ecstatic, Joe begins to prepare how he will utilize this unexpected increase of cash. However, unbeknownst to him, two figured out goons (Darren Lipari and Peter Brensinger) are searching for the package. As the plot thickens, the men's crusade to locate the missing plan leads them straight to Joe. This sets the scene for an awesome series including a lot of comedic aspects similar to classic slapstick comedy, loaded with funny blunders and gross misconception.

Themes and Reception
"Manhattan Mixup" balances funny and thriller elements to create a light-hearted movie that doesn't fail to offer an adrenaline rush. The narrative structure efficiently uses the film's brief length, leaping straight into the action, leading to smooth pacing that crafts suspense and humour all at once. The plot echoes everyday dreams about unexpected wealth while stirring in the negative truth that it might not always be a blessing.

The performances in general are good, especially from its lead Joe Remy Dolinsky, whose convincing manner of a regular unsuspecting New Yorker brings genuine charm to his character. The movie highlights the style of 'take care what you wish for', presenting comedy to that typical fantasy of quickly entering money and how rapidly that might develop into a headache.

Typically, the motion picture was very well received. Lots of audiences appreciated the light-hearted, succinct format of "Manhattan Mixup".

Conclusion
"Manhattan Mixup" provides a funny yet suspense-inducing narrative that leaves audiences entertained and engaged. An excellent example of a short film, it uses its time efficiently to produce a well-executed comedic thriller principle. The movie integrates relatable characters, a compelling plot, a great script, and a dosage of classic slapstick funny to its advantage. Ambrosino and Jones have actually managed to finish up everything in a cool, luring, and chuckle-inducing bundle best for enthusiasts of light-hearted films. Due to its succinct narrative and entertaining characters, the "Manhattan Mixup" unquestionably proves a worthwhile watch.

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