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Sunny Holiday, an aspiring singing star, abandons his wife and young baby to set off on a nine-month tour of bleak western towns... more | add synopsisAwards:
2 wins & 1 nomination moreNewsDesk:
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An unexpectedly good film. moreCast
(Cast overview, first billed only)| Jon Gries | ... | Sunny Holiday / Glen Allen Johnson | |
| Daryl Hannah | ... | Bobbi | |
| Garrett Morris | ... | Lester Irving | |
| Patrick Bauchau | ... | Santa Claus / Voice of Sevon | |
| Adam Baldwin | ... | Mel James | |
| Rosie O'Grady | ... | Sweet Dreams | |
| Larry W. Hunter | ... | Mini Mart Clerk | |
| Peggy Lipton | ... | Janice | |
| Suzanne Krull | ... | Sneezy Waitress | |
| Dig Wayne | ... | Never My Love | |
| Mac Davis | ... | Sammy Bones | |
| Larry Pennell | ... | Truck Driver | |
| Toni Oswald | ... | Truck Stop Waitress | |
| Crystal Bernard | ... | Cheryl | |
| Tia Matza | ... | Vicky |
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Rated R for language and sexuality.Parents Guide:
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In one of the karaoke bar scenes, when Garrett Morris' character is bargaining with the guy to trade songs, he suggests that the guy sing "Baby Don't Get Hooked On Me" by Mac Davis. The man he is speaking to is, you guessed it, Mac Davis. moreSoundtrack:
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This film is not just that typical on the road Middle America odyssey, with frequent stops in kitschy bars and dusty diners. Jackpot has a well written script with a strong focus on character development and interaction. Gries and Morris work well together as a fly-by-night duo. Gries' goofy but personable character allows his mediocre singing to be quite intriguing. The witty dialogue was enjoyable and consistent throughout the film. Most notable is Garret Morris' performance. The film was a clever attempt to show two zealous characters struggle for an unrealistic, waste of a goal. You can't help but be envious of their carefree attitude and at the same time loathe their divergence from ideal responsibilities. It's realism allows for a vicarious experience and an appreciation of great screenwriting.