Review of Scoop (1996) by Liana H — 05 Nov 2009

Another quirky, adorable Woody Allen movie. Scarlett Johansson is witty and charming, and Ian McShane is extremely funny.

This review of Scoop (1996) was written by Liana H on 05 Nov 2009.

Scoop has generally received positive reviews.

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By Drew R (396) on 10 Jan 2015

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By Cynthia S (730) on 30 Apr 2013

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By Adrián F (507) on 25 Jan 2014

Woody Allen csodás humora és a színészek felemel? játéka nagyon jó volt…

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By Amy S (642) on 20 Jun 2013

Odd that it's Woody whose comic timing is off in this rather tired effort. Bad acting by good actors. Some lovely interiors. To avoid, I'm afraid…

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