IT was once observed, possibly by P.T. Barnum, that “there’s a sucker born every minute.”
Two of them, Martin and Clarence, are found in director Craig Zobel’s laid-back comedy “Great World of Sound.”
The two middle-class guys are suckered into taking jobs as “record producers.” They’re promised riches just for signing up musicians looking for their big break. But first, the performers have to hand over $3,000 to cover “recording costs.” (Did someone say “scam”?)
Drab Martin (Pat Healy) and flamboyant Clarence (Kene Holliday) travel the South and hold auditions in their hotel room.
A bigger bunch of no-talents would be hard to find. Not even “American Idol” would want them.
The laughs flow, but Zobel isn’t content to rely solely on them. To his credit, he allows Martin and Clarence – and the film – to develop consciences. Perhaps there is hope for the little guy after all.
GREAT WORLD OF SOUND
Running time: 106 minutes. Not rated (mature themes). Opens tomorrow at the Lincoln Plaza and the Angelika.