Jane Austen's Mafia!

Name: Jane Austen's Mafia!
Director: Jim Abrahams
Genre: Comedy, Crime
Released: 1998-01-01
Duration: 84 min
Rating: 5.4
Cast: Jay Mohr, Billy Burke, Christina Applegate, Pamela Gidley, Olympia Dukakis

1998Dir. Jim Abrahams1h 24m

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Runtime1h 24m

Released1998

Budget$10M

Box office$19.9M

DirectorJim Abrahams

About This Movie

So, 'Jane Austen's Mafia!' is a curious blend of comedy and crime, directed by Jim Abrahams, known for his knack for parody. The film plays out like a farcical take on the mob genre, with the bumbling Vincenzo Cortino, who's more lovable than menacing. The pacing feels a bit uneven—there are moments where the humor feels stretched, but it often lands with a goofy charm. You get a sense of the family dynamics and the pressures of legacy, especially between the two sons. The performances, particularly by the leads, are a mix of slapstick and heartfelt, which gives it a distinctive flair. You might find the practical effects in some scenes a bit dated, but they add to the film's quirky atmosphere.

Released in 1998, running time 85 minutes.Directed by Jim Abrahams, known for spoof films.Features a blend of slapstick and character-driven humor.Available in both DVD and VHS formats.