Drowning Mona

Synopsis

Set in the comedic small-town environment of Verplanck, New York, Drowning Mona revolves around the mysterious death of the disliked townswoman, Mona Dearly, whose car plummeted into the river. As the police chief investigates the case, he uncovers a tangled web of motives among the quirky and eccentric townsfolk, each of whom had reasons to despise Mona. Danny DeVito shines as the bumbling police chief who must navigate the town's secrets and deception to uncover the truth behind Mona's demise. Filled with dark humor and unexpected twists, Drowning Mona keeps viewers guessing until the very end.

Cast

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  Danny DeVito

  Chief Wyatt Rash

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  Bette Midler

  Mona Dearly

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  Neve Campbell

  Ellen Rash

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  Jamie Lee Curtis

  Rona Mace

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  Casey Affleck

  Bobby Calzone

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  William Fichtner

  Phil Dearly

Reviews

Despite a stellar cast led by Danny DeVito, the critical reception of Drowning Mona was mixed. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a meager 29% rating, with critics pointing out the uneven pacing and lackluster execution of the murder mystery plot. Metacritic was equally unimpressed, awarding the film a mere 25 out of 100. However, some critics appreciated the film's dark humor and the comedic performances of the cast. While IMDb users rated the film at 5.7 out of 10, indicating a mediocre reception among general audiences. Overall, Drowning Mona may appeal to fans of offbeat comedies and character-driven mysteries, but falls short in delivering a truly engaging narrative.