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'Jennifer's Body': Your Average Sensitive Teen Slasher Picnew
While screenwriter Diablo Cody has been accused of being overly precious, here her cleverly worded script is streamlined to fit into the slash 'n' sex genre of horror. While the quips come fast, funny, and furious, it never slows down the plot or Kusama's thoughtful direction, which often reveals the underlying truths behind Cody's deceptively glib teen-speak.
The Portland Mercury |
Wm. Steven Humphrey |
09-18-2009 |
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Hulk Lack Emotional Resonance!new
More of a continuation than a remake of Ang Lee's critically mixed Hulk (2003), The Incredible Hulk seems intent on repairing the damage inflicted by its predecessor.
The Portland Mercury |
Wm. Steven Humphrey |
06-13-2008 |
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Southland is a Non-Funny Laff Riotnew
If there was ever a director in dire need of a studio muzzle (as well as arm and leg shackles), it's Richard Kelly.
The Portland Mercury |
Wm. Steven Humphrey |
11-15-2007 |
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Tags: Richard Kelly, Southland Tales
