Chopper
First Look International | Release Date: April 11, 2001 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
68
METASCORE
Generally favorable reviews based on 26 Critic Reviews
Positive:
19
Mixed:
7
Negative:
0
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60
Mr. ShowbizKevin Maynard
This fictionalized, frequently stomach-churning biography of Australian criminal Mark Chopper Read features the most bloody ear-severing scene since "Reservoir Dogs."
60
Washington PostStephen Hunter
It's a great style, it's a fabulous performance, but it never quite finds what it's searching for. Read full review
60
Chicago ReaderLisa Alspector
The connection between his boasting about killing and killing so he can boast about it -- is made beautifully insidious. Read full review
60
TV Guide MagazineMaitland McDonagh
Bana's performance is nothing short of electrifying. Read full review
50
Seattle Post-IntelligencerPaula Nechak
Much ado about very little because it takes no stand and gives little insight into the Chopper's psyche. Read full review
42
Entertainment WeeklyOwen Gleiberman
A movie overtly designed to win attention (and not to do much else). Read full review
40
Austin ChronicleMarc Savlov
Amibitiously mediocre. Read full review
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