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CHICAGO – There is no better time to take in a stage play that is based in U.S. history, depicting the battle between fact and religion. The old theater chestnut – first mounted in 1955 – is “Inherit the Wind,” now at the Goodman Theatre, completing it’s short run through October 20th. For tickets and more information, click INHERIT.
Film Review: Nothing to Turn the Frown Upside Down in ‘Smile 2’
Submitted by PatrickMcD on October 17, 2024 - 9:26pm
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”Smile 2” is in theaters on October 18th. Featuring Naomi Scott, Kyle Gallner, Lukas Gage, Rosemarie DeWitt and Drew Barrymore. Written and directed by Parker Finn. Rated “R”
Continue reading for Spike Walter’s full review of “Smile 2”
Smile 2
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Continue reading for Spike Walter’s full review of “Smile 2”
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CHICAGO – The sequel to the surprise horror hit “Smile” won’t give you anything to turn your frown upside down. It’s longer and gorier than the original, but it yields precious few surprises and is an ultimately pointless exercise in commerce and drudgery.
For those who skipped the original, an ancient metaphysical demon possesses its target via a big toothy grin from its latest victim. Then within one week it forces its new host to commit suicide in front of a witness, to continue the cycle. Our protagonist here is a troubled pop star (Naomi Scott) who makes Britney Spears look like the rock solid symbol of sanity. She’s recovering from substance abuse and a deadly car wreck that killed her boyfriend, plus is about to launch a world tour.
Continue reading for Spike Walter’s full review of “Smile 2”Smile 2
Photo credit: Paramount Pictures
Continue reading for Spike Walter’s full review of “Smile 2”
