Pups (film)

Pups is a 1999 crime comedy film directed by Ash Baron-Cohen (brother of Sacha Baron Cohen). The film stars Burt Reynolds, Mischa Barton, and Cameron Van Hoy. The story revolves around a bank robbery perpetrated by two young teenagers, Rocky (Van Hoy) and Stevie (Barton), who take hostages. Reynolds plays a seasoned FBI negotiator tasked with resolving the situation. The film explores themes of teenage angst, dysfunctional families, and the consequences of impulsive decisions, all within the framework of a crime caper. While aiming for dark humor and social commentary, Pups received largely negative reviews upon its release.