"Wrongfully Accused" is yet another, in the massively long list of spoofs starring Leslie Nielsen, who sadly passed away a couple weeks ago. This time around "The Fugitive" gets parodied, with Nielsen playing Ryan Harrison, a famous violinist who is framed for a murder committed by a one-armed, one-eyed, and one legged man...yep...this movie is that ridiculous. But naturally, he is "wrongfully accused," or else the title of the movie would be a lie. "Wrongfully Accused" has an endless stream of one liners and sight gags, basically what the movie viewing public had come to expect from Leslie Nielsen, after his hilarious role in "Airplane!" Most of the sight gags and spoofs are hilarious. One that stands out, spoofs the train scene in "The Fugitive," where obviously the train starts following Leslie Nielsen through the woods. Another great scene was the ever popular parody of the crop dusting scene from "North by Northwest." This probably goes without saying, but this movie is absolutely brainless and ridiculous. If you have seen "The Fugitive" or love Leslie Nielsen, you will find some enjoyment in this movie. However, "The Naked Gun" will always be my favorite Lesie Nielsen movie, as it is absolutely hilarious from start to finish, had a phenomenal cast and almost every single joke was successful on some level.
-Joseph Sbrilli
Wrongfully Accused reminds me of the third Naked Gun film. Both offered few genuine laughs. The humour is crasser and sillier, ie. Nielsen flying through the air. It's better suited for very young audiences, except for the sexual references. Watch the short-lived Police Squad instead of this lame comedy.
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