Review of The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys (2002) by Sarah S — 05 Jul 2007

When I first heard the title I thought it was about altar boys being molested.

This review of The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys (2002) was written by Sarah S on 05 Jul 2007.

The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys has generally received positive reviews.

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By Samantha P (271) on 01 Jan 2011

Twisted and hilarious. Has very dark pieces, but as usual, I overlook the sadness and focus on the WAY WAY funny! VERY INTERESTING…

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By James Berardinelli (4,524) for ReelViews (4,523) on 24 Sep 2017

Isn't the best coming-of-age story to hit the big screen, but it skirts new territory, and does so with a flare that earns it a recommendation…

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By Robert K. Elder (222) for Chicago Tribune (6,211) on 27 Jun 2012

The director's lack of restraint and overabundance of ambition makes Altar Boys not boring, but troubled…

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The movie has no profound insights to offer, but its nimble acting and lifelike dialogue make it entertaining as well as thoughtful…

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By Paige N (46) on 23 Feb 2013

Fabulous coming of age story... and death…

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By Adam F (1,100) on 20 Feb 2013

The Dangerous Lives of Altar Boys features interesting characters that the audience will be able to relate to and cool animation by Todd McFarlane,…

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By Desson Thomson (1,673) for Washington Post (9,851) on 12 Mar 2015

Steers refreshingly clear of the usual cliches. Character takes the wheel and dictates the action, not the other way around…

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By Michael Sragow (1,413) for Baltimore Sun (1,823) on 26 Dec 2011

Foster is strident, Vincent D'Onofrio has little to do but chain-smoke thoughtfully as an accessible priest, and the physical atmosphere is hazy…

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