Review of Jeffrey (1995) by Brian M — 24 Aug 2009

A miscast lead, wildly uneven comedy, but Patrick Stewart makes it worthwhile.

This review of Jeffrey (1995) was written by Brian M on 24 Aug 2009.

Jeffrey has generally received positive reviews.

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By David G (2,424) on 05 Jul 2011

The breaking of the third wall and fantasy moments that really distinguish the story work better on stage, but there are enough enjoyable moments…

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By Mark M (1,680) on 21 Feb 2013

MTW grrrr great film. Love the scene with the background music, I don't know what to do without you. Patrick Stewart is great in this too…

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By Matthew S (2,399) on 23 May 2015

Aside from being a sort time capsule of gay life in the early 1990's, this is a classic example of why some plays should never be translated…

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By Cate D (30) on 19 Jul 2008

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By David A (1,816) on 22 Nov 2009

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By Darryl C (231) on 31 Aug 2008

Excellent adaptation of the off-Broadway play…

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By Alisa G (15) on 10 Dec 2007

Very funny in parts. The blatant homosexuality makes guys cringe, which makes it all the funnier…

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By Stephen C (1,119) on 04 May 2011

The main plot gets pretty boring after the third time the main character is confronted about his 'issue…

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By Andre P (80) on 09 Jan 2008

Two quotes from this movie has stayed with me from when I first watched it ten years ago, why are these acrylic! and leave this house…

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By Aaron R (726) on 05 Nov 2007

Uber Gay Uber Camp Uber Olay, Mischa Not without socks... It's fun, progay tosh thats mor saccharine than hard candy…

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