Gigli is ordered to kidnap the psychologically challenged younger brother of a powerful federal prosecutor. When plans go awry, Gigli's boss sends in Ricki, a gorgeous free-spirited female gangster who has her own set of orders to assist with the kidnapping. But Gigli begins falling for the decidedly unavailable Ricki, which could be a hazard to his occupation.
Acting
Al Pacino's five-minute cameo out-acts everyone combined.
Writing
Infamous 'turkey time' scene — you'll know.
Director
Martin Brest
Ben Affleck
Larry Gigli
Jennifer Lopez
Ricki
Justin Bartha
Brian
Lainie Kazan
Mother
Missy Crider
Robin
Al Pacino
Starkman
Lenny Venito
Louis
Christopher Walken
Det. Stanley Jacobellis
Terry Camilleri
Man in Dryer
David Backus
Laundry Customer
Robert Silver
Man in Debt
Todd Giebenhain
High School Kid #1
Brian Sites
High School Kid #2
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Martin Brest spent a year editing different versions; the studio-approved cut destroyed his career. He never directed again.
The 'turkey time' scene was mocked for years; Affleck later admitted it was 'not a good movie' with masterful understatement.
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