A Detroit stand-up comedian owes money to the local Mob and runs to Chicago where he hides under a new identity.
On first viewing it seemed a little uneven, but it can be said without fear of error that it is very well filmed (and equally well scored). Possible imperfections aside, this is a successful study of the psychology of the pursued man, with some hinted allusions to deeper metaphysical themes that I don't fully understand. There seems to be a reference to the Catholic doctrine of the original sin when the girl asks Mickey what he is guilty of, and he answers "of not being innocent". At this article, there are some literary references, but since I haven't read the cited sources, I am still somewhat in the dark. For those who don't care much for these extra dimensions, the film is enjoyable for its set-pieces (the car-wrecking site, the gizmo show, and others) and its general atmosphere and dark humor.
Rating: 65
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