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Play it to the Bone (1999)

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Reviews Counted:78

Fresh:9

Rotten:69

Average Rating:3.9/10

Consensus: Flat characters and uninspired comedy yield forgettable results.

Runtime: 2 hrs 5 mins

Genre: Comedies

Synopsis: In the latest film from writer/director Ron Shelton, Woody Harrelson and Antonio Banderas star as best friends and professional boxing rivals Vince Boudreau and Caesar Dominguez, both of whom... In the latest film from writer/director Ron Shelton, Woody Harrelson and Antonio Banderas star as best friends and professional boxing rivals Vince Boudreau and Caesar Dominguez, both of whom haven't worked in years. Finally, from out of the blue, they get the chance of a lifetime: an assignment to work together in Vegas. The job promises big money, but there's a hitch: They have to be there NOW. They quickly hit the road with Grace Pasic (Lolita Davidovich) at the wheel, embarking on a circuitous route through the sizzling desert. Sparks fly as the competitive Vince and Caesar antagonize each other to a frenzy, matched only by Grace's own combative temper. The going gets rougher when they pick up sultry hitchhiker Lia (Lucy Liu), whose presence throws the trio into further upheaval. A riotous race ensues as Vince and Caesar scramble to make it to Vegas for their big showdown.

They quickly hit the road with Grace Pasic (Lolita Davidovich) at the wheel, embarking on a circuitous route through the sizzling desert. Sparks fly as the competitive Vince and Caesar antagonize each other to a frenzy, matched only by Grace's own combative temper.

The going gets rougher when they pick up sultry hitchhiker Lia (Lucy Liu), whose presence throws the trio into further upheaval. A riotous race ensues as Vince and Caesar scramble to make it to Vegas for their big showdown. [More]

Starring: Woody Harrelson, Antonio Banderas, Lolita Davidovich, Tom Sizemore

Starring: Woody Harrelson, Antonio Banderas, Lolita Davidovich, Tom Sizemore, Lucy Liu, Robert Wagner

Director: Ron Shelton

Director: Ron Shelton
Screenwriter: Ron Shelton
Producer: Stephen Chin
Composer: Alex Wurman

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Jun 13, 2000

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  • Play It To The Bone
  • Hollywood heavyweights Woody Harrelson and Antonio Banderas bring real comedic punch to this hilarious, action-packed hit! Best buddies and sparring partners, Vince (Harrelson) and Cesar (Banderas) are a pair of worn-out, over-the-hill prizefighters who jump at one last, unexpected chance to work in the big time. They just have to be in Las Vegas now! So before they know what's hit them, they're on the road! But when they step into the ring that night, friendship is replaced by fierce competition as Vince and Cesar tangle in a dramatic fight to the finish -- where only the winner will earn a shot at the title! With sexy Lolita Davidovich (MYSTERY, ALASKA) and sultry Lucy Liu (CHARLIE'S ANGELS) along to liven up the ride, you won't want to miss any of the knockout entertainment that powers this whirlwind comedy adventure!
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    The completely predicable conclusion seems like it will never end.

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    Steve Rhodes
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    The first truly excruciating moviegoing experience of the new century.

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    Steve Schneider
    Steve Schneider
    Orlando Weekly

    Far-fetched.

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    Steve Simels
    Steve Simels
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    This is no Raging Bull.

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    Steven Rea
    Steven Rea
    Philadelphia Inquirer

    Remember Raging Bull? This is just bull.

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    This is still Ron Shelton in good -- not great, but good -- form here, and the rewards are plentiful.

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    Tom Keogh
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    A raunchy, infrequently funny, contrived, gruesome and ultimately preposterous peek inside the world of professional boxing.

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    The movie seems strained, tired, and forced.

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    Victoria Alexander
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    None of the film's humor works.

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