Love And Action In Chicago is a 1999 American action romantic comedy starring Courtney B. Vance, Regina King and Kathleen Turner. The film, written and directed by Dwayne Johnson-Cochran, in his directorial debut, focuses on a celibate hired assassin finding love with a quirky accountant in Chicago.
Cast
- Courtney B. Vance as Eddie Jones
- Regina King as Lois Newton
- Kathleen Turner as Middleman
- Jason Alexander as Frank Bonner
- Edward Asner as Taylor
- Robert Breuler as Oli
- Michael Gilio as Martin
- Kamala Lopez as Anna
Reception
Critical reception
Variety's Todd McCarthy described the film as a "spirited but unlikely romantic romp" that treats serious issues with discordant frivolity. While praising the film's imaginative genre play, sprightly writing, and performances, he notes that it struggles to effectively address moral complexities, leading to a disjunction between its comic style and serious undertones. He suggests that the film's virtues may not lead to major theatrical success but could find a promising audience on cable and video platforms.
References
External links
- Love and Action in Chicago at IMDb
- Love and Action in Chicago at Rotten Tomatoes
- https://variety.com/1999/film/reviews/love-and-action-in-chicago-2-1200459447/
