- Genre
- Comedy
- Year
- 2006
- Runtime
- 1h38
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Little Man
Size doesn't matter when it comes to heisting diamonds.
Synopsis
In the comedy film Little Man, Marlon Wayans stars as a diminutive criminal who poses as an abandoned baby in order to pull off a diamond heist. Mistakenly taken in by a dysfunctional couple hoping to start a family, the criminal must keep up the charade while scouting for the stolen diamond. Chaos ensues as the criminal's antics and deceptions lead to unexpected challenges and hilarious misunderstandings. As the stakes escalate, the criminal must confront his own moral dilemmas and the bonds he develops with the unwitting couple. Little Man is a mix of slapstick humor, clever twists, and heartwarming moments that keep audiences entertained throughout the wild adventure.
Cast
Marlon Wayans
Calvin
Shawn Wayans
Darryl
Kerry Washington
Vanessa
John Witherspoon
Pops
Tracy Morgan
Percy
Lochlyn Munro
Greg
Reviews
Little Man received mixed reviews from critics upon its release. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a low 12% approval rating, with critics citing the film's reliance on crude humor and predictable plot as its major flaws. IMDb users rated the movie a modest 4.5 out of 10, with many viewers praising Marlon Wayans' comedic performance but criticizing the lackluster writing. Metacritic assigned Little Man a score of 26 out of 100, highlighting the film's missed potential and lack of originality. Despite the negative reviews, some critics appreciated the film's light-hearted humor and Wayans' ability to bring laughter to the screen. Overall, Little Man is a divisive comedy that may appeal to fans of Wayans' distinctive style of comedy.