THE LINGUINI INCIDENT

Cinemavixion Review

Richard Shepard's "The Linguini Incident" offers a quirky, offbeat caper that thrives on the eccentricities of its characters. Set against the backdrop of New York City, the film chronicles the misadventures of Dante and Cecil, two gamblers who own a restaurant, and their employees. At the heart of the narrative are Monte (a charismatic David Bowie), a bartender desperate for immigration status, and Lucy (a compelling Rosanna Arquette), a waitress with a hidden passion for Houdini. Their intertwined fates lead to an unlikely heist, driven by a blend of desperation and aspiration. While the plot may veer into the unconventional, the film's charm lies in its unique character dynamics and the palpable chemistry between Bowie and Arquette. It's a testament to Shepard's direction that such disparate personalities coalesce into a story that is both humorous and surprisingly poignant, exploring themes of identity and belonging with a distinctive cinematic flair.