Review of Hail, Caesar! (2016) by Ken S — 27 Feb 2016

If you plan to see this movie, do not watch the trailer!

This review of Hail, Caesar! (2016) was written by Ken S on 27 Feb 2016.

Hail, Caesar! has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Zoltan T (46) on 01 Jan 2018

Although it's decked out with a bedazzling and eccentric cast of actors and characters alike, something seems to be amiss in the Coen brothers…

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One, it's too wrapped up in Hollywood's vanity. Two, none of the multiple plotlines is really worthy of your investment…

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(5.0 out of 6) When we see what others want out when their life is becoming greater then others life…

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When you look at this as an ode to the way Hollywood used to make movies, that's done really well, and the performances are off the charts…

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The feeling this strange movie inspires is appreciation, not sheer enjoyment; thoughtful study, not uproarious laughter…

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I do like the Coen's irreverent films, and this was no exception. Great cast, silly story, great fun…

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With Hail, Caesar having a stellar cast and being directed by some of the best in the business with Joel and Ethan Coen, I expected a lot more…

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There's lots of fun to be had here, much whimsy and fun grounded by the serious issues of the time…

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