Ricky Stanicky is the alias of a fictional character created by a group of friends as an excuse to cover up their social blunders, missed appointments, and other mishaps. The character was invented as a college student by four friends: Mark, Jeff, Billy, and Tom. They used Ricky Stanicky as a way to get out of awkward situations, such as when they didn't feel like going to a party or when they had forgotten about an important event.
As the years went by, Ricky Stanicky became a fully developed character with his own backstory, personality, and quirks. The friends would often talk about Ricky as if he were a real person, and they would even create elaborate stories about his exploits. Ricky Stanicky became so popular that other people outside the group of friends began to believe that he was real.
The truth about Ricky Stanicky was eventually revealed, but the character has continued to live on in popular culture. He has been referenced in movies, TV shows, and even songs. Ricky Stanicky has become a symbol of the power of imagination and the importance of friendship.
Synopsis
Ricky Stanicky is a fictitious character created by three friends, Carl, Brian, and Aaron, to get out of uncomfortable situations. They would often use the name "Ricky Stanicky" as an excuse to avoid social events, awkward conversations, or any situation they wanted to escape.
As the years go by, the three friends grow apart and lose touch with each other. However, when Carl's son, Zach, becomes curious about the mysterious Ricky Stanicky, he decides to track down the truth. His search leads him to a man named Ray, a former party animal who claims to be the real Ricky Stanicky.
Zach becomes suspicious of Ray's claims, especially when he discovers that Ray has been using the Ricky Stanicky identity to take advantage of others. Determined to expose the truth, Zach confronts Ray, leading to a series of unexpected events.
In the end, the true identity of Ricky Stanicky is revealed, and the consequences of the friends' deception come to light. The film explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the consequences of our actions.
Movie Info
Rating: PG-13
Genre: Comedy
Original Language: English
Director: Peter Facinelli
Stars: Mark Consuelos, David James Elliott, Jeremy Piven
Producer: René Bitorajac, Robert L. Levy
Writer: Brian Koppelman, David Levien
Release Date: February 19, 2006 (USA)
Runtime: 96 minutes
Distributor: Roadside Attractions
Production Co: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM), Alcon Entertainment
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: 2.35 : 1
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