Review of Empire Records (1995) by Hans J. E — 18 Apr 2010

Only gets two stars because of Liv Tyler and what she wears. Terrible.

This review of Empire Records (1995) was written by Hans J. E on 18 Apr 2010.

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A super sloppy fun mess. I can't help it... when it's on I watch it. Well Sinead O'Rebellion. Shock me shock me shock me with that deviant behavior…

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It's high on charm and low on quality; the writing is pedestrian at best, the characters are paper-thin, and director Allan Moyle lets the…

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By Gary M (892) on 11 May 2015

Charming as hell, especially if you're a music fan of the time. Sad that the era of proper record stores is on borrowed time…

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Sloppy, predictable and incredibly forgettable mid-90s teen comedy that never once tricks you into thinking it's interesting. Ever…

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