Review of The Grand (2007) by Sara R — 14 Apr 2009
A failure of steely intention, combined with a not quite satisfactory resolution of the fates of the characters, it keeps the film just shy of being a first-rate comedy. As middling mock-docs go, Penn isn't quite up to Christopher Guest's level, but the setting - the high-stakes poker subculture - is remarkably fertile and the actors are a treat.
Herzog's mere presence makes this better than it should be.
This review of The Grand (2007) was written by Sara R on 14 Apr 2009.
The Grand has generally received mixed reviews.
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