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5.6/10   168 votes
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Lawrence H. Toffler (play)
Mark Steilen (screenplay) ...
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Dying is a lousy way to make a living
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Cast

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John C. Reilly ... Pat

William Fichtner ... Jerry

Kelly McGillis ... Fake Barbara / Ellie

David Rasche ... Denny

Dan Castellaneta ... Neal
Bill Bolender ... Shamansky

Steve Tyler ... Costar

Stuart Pankin ... Insurance Agent
Monica Staggs ... Real Barbara

Sharon Brathwaite ... Receptionist
Jonathan McMurtry ... Dr. Van Buren
Joseph K. Steilen ... Supportive Friend #1
Nathaniel Steilen ... Supportive Friend #2

Carol Mansell ... Bookstore Cashier
Richard L. Schnakenberg ... Limo Driver
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Rated R for language and some violence.
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101 min
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Terrific "black comedy"........., 15 December 2007
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Author: merklekranz from United States

This gets a 10.0 to offset whatever misinformed voters took it down to a 5.0, and it is a solid 8.0 viewing experience no matter what. Anytime death is the motivation for monetary gain in a dark comedy, it is usually a winning combination (see "Eating Raoul"). "The Settlement" has a creative script, great chemistry between John C. Reilly and William Fichtner, and some of the darkest humor in any film. It's a scam, noir, murder, that delivers inspired dialog without any distraction from it's minor budget. Seek this one out if you admire true "black comedy". It most certainly will hold up to repeat viewings. As a matter of fact I can't wait to watch it again. - MERK

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