Review of Slums of Beverly Hills (1998) by Jared M — 11 Oct 2009

A somewhat confusing narrative at times. You want to feel for this family, but then they do stuff that makes them almost unredeemable. This conflicts with what I take as the ultimate theme of the film which is that no matter what comes your way family will be there along side you. A few really out of place boudy-doubled gratuitous boob close-ups are really unnecessary. It still is pretty entertaining watching this trainwreck of a family go through some really interesting situations. I just can't help but feel pretty depressed over how bad things are for them.

I recommend this film to fans of such films as Welcome to the Dollhouse or Little Miss Sunshine. Also to people who love seeing close-ups of anchor scars....