Review of Magicians (1982) by Russell S — 09 Jun 2007

Peep Show - good. Magicians - oh so bad. Where did it all go wrong?

This review of Magicians (1982) was written by Russell S on 09 Jun 2007.

Magicians has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Christian O (71) on 30 Mar 2014

Not the greatest movie, but being a big fan of Mitchell and Webb I can't help but love it anyway. Biased? Of course…

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This is fine…

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By Dario R (117) on 25 Nov 2014

Normally a movie like this I would give two stars, but I'm a huge fan of David Mitchell and Pete Webb so I had to bump it up a bit…

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By Emma J (228) on 13 Jul 2009

Reasonably enjoyable - as are all things Mitchell and Webb…

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By Bill B (2,505) on 18 Dec 2009

Entertaining viewing. it would make a great sunday night movie at home but there is very little here worthy of the big screen…

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By Alex G (1,313) on 15 Dec 2012

Despite never getting close to the funny or masterful Peep Show, the film has its charming moments…

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By Addiena I (98) on 10 Jun 2009

I usually like british comedy. but this one just ain't funny…

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