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By Leslie L (90) on 04 Apr 2009

Although it begins as a promising underground comedy, the underlying themes of inner-struggle and personal defeat prevail, taking over as the…

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By Zach G (100) on 03 Apr 2009

Though this movie may nudge some as a straight-up comedy, there are some really well-done elements of melancholy and outright depression that…

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By Dustin R (303) on 02 Apr 2009

The most realistic superhero movie, ever. It could've been better, and funnier, but it was overall a good movie…

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By Michelle D (429) on 02 Apr 2009

I waited forever to see this movie, I missed it at the sacramento film festival and never thought I would get the chance. it's freaking hilarious…

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By Ron H (111) on 30 Mar 2009

American Splendor meets Cool Hand Luke, Special is a study in loneliness and a person's need to find meaning in their lives…

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By Christian Toto (897) for What Would Toto Watch? (283) on 30 Mar 2009

Special offers a unique spin on the superhero template but rarely soars beyond its sly premise…

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By Anne R (125) on 27 Mar 2009

Good acting from Michael Rapaport. As a film it is uneven and a bit awkward at times. I never lost interest though, and it is well written…

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By Cole Abaius (41) for Film School Rejects (1,198) on 11 Feb 2009

The quiet-yet-hip tone of the film reminded me a lot of Roger Dodger, another indie film that let's its script and acting do the talking…

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By Steve W (2,154) on 10 Feb 2009

Awesome performance by Rapaport. It's more of a dark drama with a hint of comedy than anything else though…

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By Michael C (2,821) on 05 Feb 2009

What an amazing idea. The first time I saw a preview for this film I knew I was going to like it…

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By Nicolas M (451) on 05 Feb 2009

Michael Rapaport au gÃ©nÃ©rique, Ã§a fait un peu peur…

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By Tristan E (73) on 28 Jan 2009

It was so much darker than I expected, but all-in-all, it was kind of inspiring…

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By S. Jhoanna Robledo (697) for Common Sense Media (4,943) on 27 Jan 2009

Eccentric, depressing thriller won't grab teens' attention…

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By Yak-Up! (2) on 12 Jan 2009

Not quite the upbeat, quirky, light-hearted comedy that the trailer made it seem it would be…

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By Neil O (224) on 10 Jan 2009

I enjoyed this movie. Rapaport does a great job showing the struggles of wanting more out of life…

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By Marion R (356) on 05 Jan 2009

A movie about a man who thinks he is a superhero - and it completely plays it straight…

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By Jonathan D (792) on 02 Jan 2009

I was expecting a comedy...it's not really. In fact it keeps an independent film vibe of serious, stunning and emotional…

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By Alan J (346) on 23 Dec 2008

A simple but moving film. One of the most realistic superhero movies I've seen…

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By Jon L (525) on 19 Dec 2008

A little gem of a film. Great performance from Rapaport. Love the way the film is pleasingly surreal- and in a subtle way, keeps you guessing…

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By Annmarie S (7) on 17 Dec 2008

Depressing :( I needed medication AFTER I saw this movie…

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