Review of 54 (1998) by Evelyn M — 14 Jul 2007

At times too gay, but otherwise not gay enough. A hit and a miss.

This review of 54 (1998) was written by Evelyn M on 14 Jul 2007.

54 has generally received mixed reviews.

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In the late 70's, an abandoned TV studio burned its way into New York nightlife with a fervour that earned it an international reputation as…

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By Alexander C (2,448) on 20 Nov 2012

If you are looking for a movie that has many scenes with Ryan Philppe's body/shirtless... this is for you. Otherwise, not so great…

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Easily Mike Myers best acting. I was not alive for the madness that occurred in this club but the film paints an authentic picture…

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Studio bore very disappointing, at least the real story is still out there to be told in a better way…

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It looks attractive, and is enlivened somewhat by the soundtrack's obligatory disco dinosaurs, but those expecting any real insight into the…

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By Carlos I (1,309) on 14 Feb 2015

So what if the drama is a little cheesy. The 70s were about fun and this semi-biographical film shows that side of it…

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I love it and it's not as bad as most say. The Director's cut is better, though…

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Very informative about the famous Studio 54. I watched it like an education on the famous nightclub…

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