Review of Soul Men (2008) by Joe P — 13 Nov 2008

This was very funny. At least it had a happy ending.

This review of Soul Men (2008) was written by Joe P on 13 Nov 2008.

Soul Men has generally received mixed reviews.

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The pairing of Samuel L.Jackson and Bernie Mac did ignite each of their comedic abilities to a reasonable extent but the actors' bitter chemistry…

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By Bruno V (991) on 14 Feb 2012

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By Chuck Wilson (418) for Village Voice (8,525) on 19 Nov 2011

Mac and Jackson carry the show--particularly Mac, who's at his crackly, cranky best here. As swan songs go, Soul Men is pretty sweet…

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