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2 comments:
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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