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Catcher in the Rye? More Like Poop Flung from on High
Except for the underlying theme of rebellion against authority, Catcher in the Rye offers little to warrant its nearly universal star status. It mercilessly assaults readers with melodrama, whining, and endless, pathetic attempts at cleverness. Accurately portraying its fundamental horribleness would take more words than comprised in the book itself.
By Brent Tharp3 years ago in Critique
Citizen Kane
Widely regarded as the best film ever made, Citizen Kane was as famous for its production as it was for its story. The three most revolutionary elements were its structure, editing, and cinematography. The techniques used became the de rigueur of filmmaking. It is now how all films are made.
By Liam Ireland3 years ago in Critique
The Holy Bible
With seven billion copies printed and sold, the Holy Bible is the most popular and commercially successful book in the entire history of literature. It is, in fact, a collection of books that describe the creation and history of the world, and a religious guide to spirituality, faith, and hope.
By Liam Ireland3 years ago in Critique
Kindergarten Cop
Kindergarten Cop, while ridiculous, is actually executed with a stunning level of skill and care. The jokes land well and shows Arnie has considerable range beyond the dumb action star he had been typecast, working well with the kids. Ivan Reitman gets the best out of everyone. Genuinely good fun.
By Paul Stewart3 years ago in Critique
Orca The Killer Whale
Orca The Killer Whale? This box office success should have been called Orca, The Inept Gummy Bear Of The Deep. The biggest suspense was standing in line waiting to take a much-needed leak. I've seen more bite in a week-old dead fly. The end could not come soon enough.
By Liam Ireland3 years ago in Critique
Animal farm
I never liked reading in school. However one book I hope never leaves the curriculum is Animal Farm. Beowulf, The Most Dangerous game, The Crucible, don't even come close. I'll be honest I can't explain why it's stuck with me ever since. The symbolism sure, but there's just something more.
By Dyllon Rodillon3 years ago in Critique
Imagine
Out of the wretchedness of life at its worst comes a thing of great beauty. After the acrimonious disintegration of the Beatles, Lennon set about building his solo career. In 1971 he released his most successful solo album. The title song asks the listener simply to imagine a Utopian world.
By Liam Ireland3 years ago in Critique
Nacho Libre
It might be the most artful comedy ever. This movie has everything: a luchador-friar-cook, secret tunnels, the best corn in the city, cinema's greatest training montage, and stretchy pants! From the "recreation clothes" to the "Lord's chips," this movie is "the best!" Plus, it's (loosely!) based on a true story.
By Abby Kay Mendonca3 years ago in Critique
