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Trading Places (1983)

Updated: Jun 3

R | 1h 56min | 7/10 | #Comedy #Classics

Parental Rating: R (Restricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.)

 
 

STORYLINE:

"Trading Places" is a classic comedy that explores the nature versus nurture debate through a hilarious and insightful story. The film follows the lives of Louis Winthorpe III, an affluent broker, and Billy Ray Valentine, a street hustler, as their lives are reversed by a bet made by two callous millionaires. This social experiment leads to uproarious situations and biting commentary on the social class system.


STAFF REVIEW:

"Trading Places" is a comedy masterpiece that brilliantly satirizes the socio-economic divide with wit and humor. Dan Aykroyd and Eddie Murphy deliver outstanding performances, creating memorable characters and comedic chemistry. The film's clever plot and sharp social commentary have made it a timeless classic in the comedy genre.

CREDITS:

Director: John Landis

Writers:

- Timothy Harris

- Herschel Weingrod

Starring:

- Dan Aykroyd as Louis Winthorpe III

- Eddie Murphy as Billy Ray Valentine

- Ralph Bellamy as Randolph Duke

- Don Ameche as Mortimer Duke

- Jamie Lee Curtis as Ophelia

Cinematography: Robert Paynter

Edited by: Malcolm Campbell

Music by: Elmer Bernstein

Distributed by: Paramount Pictures

Release date: June 8, 1983

Run Time: 1 hr 56 min

Country:

- United States

Languages:

- English

Budget: $15 million

Box office: $90.4 million


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