Delirious
Director: Tom Mankiewicz
Actors: John Candy, Mariel Hemingway, Emma Samms
PlotJack, a frustrated soap opera writer, suffers a freak accident and awakens to find himself in the fictional world of his own creation. In this parallel universe, he discovers he has the power to shape reality by writing it on his typewriter. Elated by his newfound ability, Jack decides to rewrite his life to become the leading man, attempting to win the affection of the show's beautiful heroine, Laura. However, his manipulations begin to have unintended and comical consequences, as the line between fiction and reality blurs. Jack finds himself navigating a complex web of love triangles, intrigue, and drama, mirroring the very soap opera plots he used to write.
As Jack delves deeper into his role within the fictional world, he learns that every change he makes on the page has real-life repercussions, impacting the lives of those around him. Struggling to control the narrative, Jack's efforts to perfect his story lead to chaos for both himself and the characters he's grown to care about. His journey is fraught with moral dilemmas and comedic situations, forcing him to confront his own desires versus the well-being of his fictional friends. Through this, Jack embarks on a path of self-discovery, realizing the complexities of crafting a life where happily ever after isn't as simple as typing "The End.
Writers: Lawrence J. Cohen, Fred Freeman
Release Date: 09 Aug 1991
Runtime: 96 min
Rating: PG
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
'Delirious' tries hard with humor and music but falls short, still a fun watch for Candy fans.
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