by John Bush
synopsis
When a small-time businessman (Richard Pryor) needs a loan, he goes to a loan shark and ends up in jail on false pretenses. After feigning madness to get out, he is tossed into the mental ward of a hospital.
characteristics
themes
keywords
escape
doctor/nurse
mental-institution
power-failure
impersonation
masquerade
escapades
blackout [power loss]
con/scam
craziness
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