Quick Change

Quick Change

Year: 1990

Runtime: 89 min

Language: Filipino

Director: Howard Franklin

ComedyCrime

A charismatic performer turned makeover artist, Mimi Juárez, uses her expertise in quick-change magic to help other transgender artists reinvent themselves. The film follows her adventures in the vibrant and unpredictable world of show business, as she juggles her artistic pursuits with the challenges of staying one step ahead of the authorities.

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1

The Heist Begins

Grimm, dressed in a striking crimson clown costume, leads a daring bank heist in Manhattan. Alongside him are his enigmatic partner Phyllis and loyal friend Loomis, executing their plan with remarkable precision.

Manhattan
2

Successful Escape

The trio successfully flees the scene with $1 million in stolen cash. However, their initial triumph quickly gives way to a series of unexpected challenges as they attempt to navigate their way to the airport.

3

Lost on the Expressway

While trying to reach the airport, the group becomes lost due to a lack of directional signs on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway. This unexpected detour leaves them stranded in an unfamiliar part of Brooklyn, compounding their troubles.

Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
4

Robbed in Brooklyn

Their dire situation worsens when a merciless thief robs them of all their possessions. Fortunately, they manage to hide the huge sum of cash, allowing them to still have a means of escape.

Brooklyn
5

Temporary Refuge

The group seeks refuge in Phyllis's apartment, allowing them to change into more appropriate clothes. This brief moment of relief is disrupted by a paranoid schizophrenic tenant, escalating their predicament.

Phyllis's Apartment
6

Encounter with Chaos

An unsettling encounter with the tenant nearly leads to disaster, exacerbated by a raging fire across the street. The fire department's arrival forces the group to leave their vehicle, distancing them from their escape route.

7

Automobile Mishap

While navigating away from the chaos, their car rolls down an embankment, further complicating their already precarious situation. This mishap adds to the series of unfortunate events they must overcome.

8

Cab Driver's Confusion

Desperate for direction, they catch a cab driven by someone who struggles with English. The miscommunication leads them on an unexpected tour of the city until Loomis's breakdown causes the driver to panic and flee.

9

Bus Driver Trouble

As their journey continues, they encounter an uptight bus driver who adds to their troubles. This encounter further illustrates how their misadventures seem to follow them wherever they go.

10

Confrontation with Mobsters

The trio finds themselves face-to-face with ruthless mobsters, complicating their precarious situation even further. Tensions rise as they try to navigate this dangerous encounter while escaping the law.

11

Relentless Pursuit

Rotzinger, the determined chief of the New York City Police Department, relentlessly pursues the trio. His frustrations grow with each misstep the group takes, highlighting their cat-and-mouse game.

New York City
12

A Fateful Airliner Encounter

Upon reaching the airport, they board an airliner, which marks a critical point in their escape. It is during the flight that Rotzinger uncovers the identities of his elusive targets, realizing the weight of the situation.

Airport
13

Identities Revealed

Once the plane takes off, Rotzinger confronts the reality of having let his targets slip through his fingers. This moment of realization emphasizes the stakes involved and sets the stage for a thrilling conclusion.

Airplane

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