Review of Struck by Lightning (2013) by Shane H — 10 Apr 2013

The bland and unoriginal plot is easily overcome by endearing performances and a stellar cast.

This review of Struck by Lightning (2013) was written by Shane H on 10 Apr 2013.

Struck by Lightning has generally received mixed reviews.

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Was excited about the cast, but disappointed in the result. The writing fell flat. A bit too conceited in tone, perhaps…

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A sincere rather than charming or laugh-out-loud movie-and tonally, one of the latter would have made it work much better…

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Chris Cofer is an amazing tallent. I cant wait to see whaat the future brings for him. Very insightful coming of age movie…

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