A diver saves his best friend's life but loses his own arm in doing so. Later, unable to find work because of his missing arm, he is forced to go to work for a criminal searching for lost treasures.
If you have about seventy minutes to spare and a soft spot for guys in bulky diving suits, The Best Man Wins is a solid choice. It is not exactly a masterpiece, but it has that gritty, pre-war charm that makes you feel like you should be drinking a room-temperature beer while watching it. 🍺 It is definitely worth wat...
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"If you have about seventy minutes to spare and a soft spot for guys in bulky diving suits, The Best Man Wins is a solid choice. It is not exactly a masterpiece, but it has that gritty, pre-war charm that makes you feel like you should be drinking a room-temperature beer while watching it. 🍺 It is definitely worth watching if you like those old 'tough guy' movies where people talk about honor while sweating. But honestly, if you need fast editing and CGI explosions, you are going to hate this. ..."
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