Double Whammy (2001)

Haunted by the tragic loss of his wife and daughter in a horrific accident, Ray Pluto, a once-respected New York City police detective, finds himself a target of ridicule and derision. Struggling with persistent back pain and the unfortunate mishap at a fast-food joint, where his incapacitation enabled a child to usurp his role and kill a mass murderer, Ray's reputation sinks to an all-time low. His professional image tarnished, he becomes the laughingstock of the force and the city's populace, his heroic badge of honor replaced with a mantle of shame. In an attempt to alleviate his physical agony, Ray turns to a chiropractor, Dr. Ann Beamer. Beyond the relief her hands provide for his aching back, Ray finds himself attracted to the compassionate doctor, sparking a complex, budding romance. Amidst the chaos of his personal life, Ray's professional one is no less complicated. He finds himself caught in a tangled web of intrigue when a teenager in his apartment building hires goons to murder her father, the building's superintendent. Simultaneously, within the same building's walls, two young men are fervently scripting a movie, their paths unknowingly intertwined with Ray's. As Ray grapples with his grief and attempts to navigate the labyrinth of his life, he must not only crack the case of the superintendent's assault but also reciprocate Dr. Beamer's affection. In 'Double Whammy', Ray Pluto's tale is one of heartache, recovery, humor, and unexpected love, all wrapped in a mystery that unfolds amidst a city that has seemingly turned its back on him. It's a stirring narrative that paints an intimate portrait of a man wrestling with his past while trying to reclaim his future, one adjustment at a time.

Double Whammy is a comedy movie featuring Denis Leary and directed by Tom DiCillo.

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