Sylvester Stallone plays a gangster, Snaps Provolone. He promises his dying father (Kirk Douglas) that he will go straight.
Nobody is ready for this. Local bankers want his money. Local law enforcement wants to make a pinch. Rival gangster wants to make a hit. His accountant wants a raise. His elocution instructor (Tim Curry) is eyeing his daughter. His maid is moving up in the world. The Finuccis have him covered. Several black bags are exchanged. And who is Oscar?
The film while staying coherent is packed with one liners that relying your board cultural knowledge.