My review of Sling Blade is late because at first it didn’t seem worthwhile reviewing an unresisting imbecility. But the movie has proved to be not only a resisting but a triumphant imbecility: great reviews from the best critics, enduring box office, Oscar nominations and awards. So... I consider this film not only undramatic and fraudulent but a lot closer to immorali (...)
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Sling Blade
Thornton's 'Sling Blade'
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