Nothing but Trouble (1991)

Introduction
"Nothing but Trouble" is a 1991 American black comedy scary film directed by and starring Dan Aykroyd. The ensemble cast consists of Chevy Chase, John Candy, and Demi Moore. The film incorporates aspects of dark humor and surreal horror, with a story that revolves around a business person and his good friends who end up being caught in an unusual and unsafe small town.

Plot
While trying to offer a high-end house, financial publisher Chris Thorne (Chevy Chase) satisfies lawyer Diane Lightson (Demi Moore). Chris offers to drive Diane to talk to a client in Atlantic City, and they accidentally pick up two strange Brazilian brother or sisters, Fausto (Taylor Negron) and Renalda (Bertila Damas). Due to Chris's careless driving, they bring in the attention of a cop and wind up in the strangely quiet town of Valkenvania.

They are taken to an imposing mansion-cum-courthouse presided over by the 106-years-old Justice of Peace, Alvin Valkenheiser (Dan Aykroyd). Chris, Diane, and the Brazilians are put on trial for their minor traffic violations. The mansion is a home of horrors where Alvin gives his twisted form of justice - minor traffic offenses become capital criminal activities punishable by death.

Characters
John Candy fills double roles. One is as the police officer, Dennis Valkenheiser, who at first pulled the group over, and the other is his mute sister Eldona who establishes a soft spot for Chris. Aykroyd, in addition to playing Judge Valkenheiser, likewise portray Bobo, among the judge's warped grand sons.

Story Progression
With Diane winning Valkenheiser's favor, she and Chris are released with a warning. However, Fausto and Renalda manage to leave from the mansion, stealing Chris's cars and truck, leaving Chris and Diane stranded. A selection of weirdness unfolds, consisting of a grotesque supper with mutant children, fatal Mr. Bonestripper maker, which recycles bodies, and vile hot dogs.

Resolution
Ultimately, Eldona helps Chris and Diane escape, and they report Valkenheiser to the authorities. As the authorities invades the estate, Valkenheiser and his family attempt to get away in their car however end up by themselves Bonestripper machine, where they fulfill their demise. In the end, it's exposed that the whole Valkenheiser episode led to Chris and Diane succumbing to each other. They wind up marrying and move into Chris's luxury apartment or condo which he offered to the Brazilian siblings, concluding the dark comical narration on an uncommonly happy note.

Last Thoughts
"Nothing but Trouble" is a quirky mix of funny and scary with a layered story and an unusual feel. The efficiencies and the special storyline make it a fascinating watch, although critics initially considered it as a flop. Anchored by a number of heavyweight stars' sterling efficiencies, the movie stands apart for its weirdness and narrative eccentricities, adding to the dark comedy and horror category.

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