Magic Sticks (film)
1987 film by Peter Keglevic
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Magic Sticks is a 1987 West German-American comedy film directed by Peter Keglevic and starring George Kranz (who also co-wrote the film) and Kelly Curtis. It features one of Samuel L. Jackson's early film appearances.[1][2]
- Peter Keglevic
- George Kranz
- Christopher Ragazzo
- George Kranz
- Kelly Curtis
- Chico Hamilton
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| Directed by | Peter Keglevic |
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| Cinematography | Edward Kłosiński |
| Edited by | Darren Kloomok |
| Music by | George Kranz |
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| Language | English |
Plot
Penniless drummer Felix is down-and-out in New York City before he receives a pair of magical drumsticks as a gift, which make New Yorkers dance to their rhythm. Two gangsters sense a big score and plan to get rich with the help of the sticks, as Felix and his new girlfriend make their way through the metropolis.
Cast
- George Kranz as Felix
- Kelly Curtis as Shirley
- Chico Hamilton as Mr. Jazz
- David Margulies as Goldfarb
- Jack McGee as McShady
- John Gallagher as Trenchcoat
- Reginald VelJohnson as Licorice
- Joe Silver as Pawnbroker
- Samuel L. Jackson as Bum (as Sam Jackson)
- Mike Hodge as Lieutenant
- Kim Yancey as Desk Sergeant
- Mike Starr as Debt Collector (as Michael Starr)
- Lauren Tom as Redhead
- Stacy Haiduk as Laundromat Lady
Production
A West German-American co-production,[2][3] the film was shot in New York City in English, but never reached theaters in the U.S.; a German-language dub did get a commercial release.[2] The film features Samuel L. Jackson in one of his earliest roles as the bum who sells Felix the magical drumsticks.[2]
Evan Dunsky was an assistant director on the film. Dunsky would go on to become known for directing The Alarmist (1997).[4]