Nice word choice. While this movie had a few decent moments, it in essence was a depressing, unfunny comedy, which is really not what anyone looks for in a flick.
I kind of feel like I was far too kind with this one. What seemed like a good idea for a quirky, indie comedy ended up having pretty much nothing at all that worked. The only jokes they put in were vast overreaches (like the KISS tattoo). Also, what the fuck was up with Lili Taylor's horrendous Scottish accent? Why didn't they just hire a Scottish actress? That chick from Caddyshack had to have been available...
A Game for the Generations
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My dad had been a Chicago Bears Season ticket holder in the 1960s, before
moving to the suburbs, having kids, and all of that.
We watched the Bears togeth...
Two Decades On
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Today marks 20 years since I joined Nielsen! Because of the location
(Schaumburg, IL), I assumed my time with the company only last two years at
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Nice word choice. While this movie had a few decent moments, it in essence was a depressing, unfunny comedy, which is really not what anyone looks for in a flick.
I kind of feel like I was far too kind with this one. What seemed like a good idea for a quirky, indie comedy ended up having pretty much nothing at all that worked. The only jokes they put in were vast overreaches (like the KISS tattoo). Also, what the fuck was up with Lili Taylor's horrendous Scottish accent? Why didn't they just hire a Scottish actress? That chick from Caddyshack had to have been available...
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