The Big Shot-Caller
International Film Circuit | Release Date: May 15, 2009 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
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Generally unfavorable reviews based on 5 Critic Reviews
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3
Negative:
2
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40
VarietyRonnie Scheib
The result is a rough-edged, head-scratching mix of tones. Fortunately, musicvideo vet Rhein's competent helming skills counterbalance her off-putting dialogue and flat acting style so that the picture doesn't come off strictly amateur. Read full review
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The New York TimesStephen Holden
The characters' quirks lend The Big Shot-Caller a certain authenticity, and it is easy to empathize with Mr. Rhein's Lonely Guy in the City. But this minuscule indie variation of "Saturday Night Fever" moves only in fits and starts. When it ends on a cautiously upbeat note, you feel that you have seen just the stumbling first act of an unfinished drama. Read full review
40
New York Daily NewsJoe Neumaier
Too many threads are woven together here, but occasionally, it just connects. Read full review
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New York PostV.A. Musetto
Marlene Rhein has directed 40 music videos, including ones for Tupac Shakur and Amy Winehouse. Judging by this, her feature debut, she should stick with the music. Read full review
20
Village VoiceAaron Hillis
An overaffected, preachy drama. Read full review
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