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The Big Kahuna

John Swanbeck, Director

1999 | 90 | Feature

Three salesmen working for a firm that makes industrial lubricants are waiting in the company's hospitality suite at a manufacturers' convention to make a big sale to an elusive buyer. Phil (Danny DeVito) is in his mid 50s. He is devoted his life to his job but emotionally has little to show for it. Bob (Peter Facinelli) is a quiet but observant newcomer in his 20s, recently married and adjusting to his first business trip. And Larry (Kevin Spacey) is a bundle of energy who likes to drink, smoke, and start arguments. When Phil and Larry realize Bob has met and bonded with their buyer, they have no choice but to send in the rookie to close the sale. But can he handle it? Screenwriter Roger Rueff based the script on his play Hospitality Suite.