I think this is a new genre that they're all sort of working their way through it and haven't got all the kinks worked out yet but it's a genre that works for me.

It's entirely possible that sending the audience out feeling lousy was intentional

It’s fine. It's literally the definition of a fine movie. You’ve seen it before, you know every beat and outcome before the characters even do. Only question is how much escapism you’re looking for.

There are moments in this movie where the great movie it could've been peek out... They're fleeting, here, but they're worth savoring, and they happen often enough to make it worth your while.

The reason why I'm writing this review is my surprise on how few criticized this weak, empty, stupid movie.Although I haven't watched too many lately, I love comedies. I'd watch Ferris Bueller's Day off, Wayne's world, Hot shots 1-2, Naked gun, Airplane!, other Leslie Nielsen movies, Kickass, parodies, etc. any day of the week and could even enjoy movies that are very far from perfect and miss plenty, like Bridesmaids.Having found this one on a "best of" list next to great movies and finding great actor Michael Caine there, it was more than embarrassing to watch the first half an hour attentively and fast forwarding the rest, stopping from time to time to give a chance at scenes.I laughed 4-5 times though. (Hence not 1 but 2 stars),I deleted the other movies of Steve Martin from my computer right after watching.My main reason for writing this review was to give hope to people who love comedies but totally disliked this movie.

Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is a terrific movie with a very well developed plot and a talented comedic cast. It is certainly intriguing as we follow two con men, Lawrence and Freddy, as they pull off some of their best work yet. It was a risky project for whimsical director Frank Oz as we are required to like two characters who are not even being themselves, but an entirely different character altogether, for the majority of the film. As they try to trick a woman in to giving away her fortunes to them, thankfully, the sheer dedication of their work is exactly what ends up making them likable, their willingness not to give up. However, the fact that they are role playing for the majority of the film did make us unfamiliar with the two lead characters. We learn very little about Freddy and Lawrence, much more about their fake personas, which does make us feel disconnected from them on a personal level. The cast is top notch and the main reason this film is as good as it is. Steve Martin and Michael Caine make an entertaining duo, both being so different in many ways, which makes it so enjoyable to see them together. Caine adds class, while Martin brings in improv. Glenne Headly also proves strong enough as an actress to stand out with these two by her side, playing a surprisingly layered character. Well written, funny and engrossing, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is a great ride that should not be missed by fans of Caine, Martin or Oz, I would recommend it to anyone looking for a good comedy. Two con men make a wager over a glamorous heiress. Best Performance: Michael Caine

The swagger, panache and pizazz of the 1960s blend with the me-me spirit of the 1980s for a fun romp that, despite the sheer absurdity of it all, never fails to thrill and entertain at every twist and turn of the tightly written, surprise-filled plot. Michael Caine plays His Un-Highness to a tee, Steve Martin probably never needed Frank Oz to tell him just how to make sleaze adorable, and Glenne Headly expertly turns that audacious 60s charm all the way up to 11. The final two minutes probably contain more surprises and rapturous laughs than a 10-season sitcom, so much so that it would have been a prime premise for a sequel.

I love this film and everything about it, what makes it even better is the fact that it has top actors in it. What a great film... it is a very interesting film to follow, the twist at the end was also a great idea. This film did make me laugh and i could definitely watch it over and over, it never gets old. A must watch.I can't imagine anyone disliking this film, there is nothing to dislike, the film is perfect, perfect acting and well just perfect story line i guess. I do recommend people give this a try. Such a good film.I think it deserves a 9 or 10 / 10 At least.