There are moments when Big Wednesday strains under the weight of Milius’ ambition, but they’re balanced with lively authenticity and a brisk lack of sentiment.
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This review of Big Wednesday (1978) was written by Sam Adams and published by The Dissolve on 16 Mar 1989.
Big Wednesday has generally received positive reviews.
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