The Best Laid Plans is a comedy-thriller directed by Mike Barker, released in 1999. The film stars Alessandro Nivola as Kevin, Reese Witherspoon as Lissa, Josh Brolin as Bryce, as well as Jonathan McLeod as Tommy, among others.
The three main characters, Kevin, John, and Allen, are young and ambitious, but they are also struggling to make a living. Kevin gets news that his family is about to be evicted from their home, and he desperately needs to find a way to come up with the money to prevent this from happening.
When they hear about a former classmate named Tommy who has won a large sum of money in the lottery, the trio decides to hatch a plan to kidnap him and hold him for ransom. The plan seems foolproof as they successfully abduct him, but things quickly start to unravel, and the three end up getting in over their heads.
As the trio tries to negotiate with Tommy's wealthy stepfather, Bryce (played by Josh Brolin), they must also contend with their own guilt and personal demons as they confront the morality of their actions.
The film is full of twists and turns, as the characters navigate the complexities of their situation. With a sharp script and strong performances from the cast, The Best Laid Plans is a hilarious and suspenseful film that is sure to keep viewers engaged.