Review of Choke (1971) by Harry W — 21 May 2015

Not enough humor to save this dark dramedy.

This review of Choke (1971) was written by Harry W on 21 May 2015.

Choke has generally received positive reviews.

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By Jordan P (785) on 25 Oct 2012

First off, to all who have read the book and know the author. NO FUCKIN ADAPTATION IS AS GOOD AS THE BOOK FROM HENCE ITS ORIGIN…

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By Tim D (711) on 09 Jul 2012

From someone who read the book about four years ago, I'd say this is a good adaptation…

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By Ryan S (2,401) on 04 Jan 2013

The problem with this movie is direction,while fight club got fincher this one got clark gregg...otherwise as for me...i njoyed it,no doubt…

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Choke is sometimes preposterous but always very funny. More to the point, it's always to the point…

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By Bill B (2,505) on 16 Mar 2017

Gave this a re-watch off the To-Watch Pile today, and I'm pleased to say it holds up rather well, though I was forced to reel in my initial…

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By Alex K (2,253) on 24 Jul 2013

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Not perfect but. better then you would think…

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By Jake P (1,308) on 28 Jul 2012

There's a lot of ideas that never seem to come full circle but by the end that didn't seem to bother me much…

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By Dan S (1,466) on 27 Mar 2013

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