Bigger Than the Sky
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) | Release Date: February 18, 2005 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
21
METASCORE
Generally unfavorable reviews based on 10 Critic Reviews
Positive:
0
Mixed:
2
Negative:
8
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40
Village VoiceEd Park
At least Sean Astin, as a scene-chewing prima donna, seems to be having a good time--and mom Patty Duke gets to call him a "turd." Read full review
40
The Hollywood ReporterSheri Linden
This tale of the theater could have used more time on the road. Read full review
38
New York Daily NewsJami Bernard
It's strictly amateur hour. Read full review
38
New York PostDebra Birnbaum
It's like "Waiting for Guffman" without the wit or irony. Read full review
30
The New York TimesAnita Gates
Finally it becomes clear that Mr. Corley's film is meant to be a tribute to the love of theater. It has just been posing as the story of one man's finding himself. Read full review
30
Los Angeles TimesKevin Thomas
This heartfelt valentine to the stage leaves no cliché unturned. If it has anything to recommend, it is the loving portrayal of the camaraderie of those who participate in art for art's sake who, to quote Cyrano, "work without one thought of gain or fame." Read full review
30
VarietyBrian Lowry
Unconvincing poser. Read full review
25
Portland OregonianMarc Mohan
The story is as predictable as it is saccharine. Apart from the presence of local landmarks, there's no reason the Rose City should be proud of this effort. Read full review
11
Austin ChronicleMarc Savlov
Awash in the obvious and sports a patently predictable outcome. Somewhere, Stanislavsky is shrieking as well. Read full review
0
Entertainment WeeklyLisa Schwarzbaum
A huge pile of horsefeathers is being peddled as fairy dust in Bigger Than the Sky. Read full review
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