Synopsis
Suckers is a black comedy and mockumentary that provides an entertaining yet scathing comment on the fierce competition that exists within the auto-selling industry. It revolves around Bobby, an average Joe whose existence beats for the moment a recession plagued United States economy, who takes up a role at a used car central known as Southside Motors, managed by a ruthless womanizer named Reggie. Reggie makes it known on the first day that there are some rules to the world of selling cars which are intended to be broken. Selling cars is about commercializing oneself, and yet it is still not enough because that would mean denying ever supporting one’s family. Compass morals when working at Southside Motors are flung off the aching windows, without the slightest fret even by the leaders. The aim is quite simple: whatever it takes, move metal. In practically every scene, Hodges’ sense of irony further highlights the bizarre characteristics of his imaginary world: chaos, an absurd combination of stupidity, and moral defilement.
Suckers is thoroughly entertaining through its portrayal of ridiculous situations and sharp humor that highlights the aspects of greed and deception portraying capitalism at its absolute worst.
Awards & Wins
Suckers does not strike the average viewer as a memorable cinematic experience and is probably best remembered as a cult film amongst those who appreciate dark humour and those who work in the sales sector.
Cast & Crew
- Daniel Benzali as Reggie – A commanding and intense performance as the ruthless dealership boss.
- Louis Mandylor as Bobby – Relatable and earnest, offering a strong emotional core to the story.
- Lori Loughlin as Donna – Bobby’s supportive wife, trying to keep the family afloat amid his challenges.
- Jake Johannsen as Mitch – A comedic highlight, playing a veteran salesman with a flair for shady tactics.
- Michael D. Roberts as The Gun – A key character whose presence adds tension and drama to the plot.
IMDb Rating
Suckers has an IMDb rating of 6.6/10, reflecting its niche appeal and cult status among fans of satirical, insider comedies.
Personal Insights
Suckers is somewhat funny and interesting film that reveals a lot of the nature surrounding them whilst advertising cars with quite sharp humor and cynicism. It is a film that speaks to most of us particularly those who have worked in sales before or did other work which required to deal with ‘moral compromises’. Even though the value of production is not as great as the ones of bigger budget films, its humor or its genuineness boosts the movie up.
Cultural Significance
Loosely based on the best selling book by the comedian W. R. O. M. T Sanders, Suckers was directed in 2009 by American filmmaker Quinn Fitzgerald. The film provides a relatively interesting account of car sales. Few unfortunate characters are shown and there is a lot that can be done. That being said, dealers spending two minutes on a page are not the worst thing the movie has to say. Nice blokes who cannot bother employing a secretary, let alone a dumb secretary, for crying out loud, are also depicted. It is also evident after watching the film that these blokes do not stay nice for long. It is alarming to contemplate how the competition between salespeople can impoverish humans.
