Review of Waitress (2007) by M M — 15 Oct 2011

I really liked this movie.

I forgot how much!

This review of Waitress (2007) was written by M M on 15 Oct 2011.

Waitress has generally received positive reviews.

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By Elizabeth Weitzman (1,905) for New York Daily News (5,623) on 23 Sep 2014

While Shelly's stylized vision and sentimental intentions don't always gel, they do result in a warm, often charming fantasy…

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By Eric O (621) on 27 Feb 2014

A very odd mix of campy and romcom. I like the story and the message, but everything that happens in the meantime to get you there left me wanting…

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Written and directed by Adrienne Shelly starring Keri Russell as Jenna who works in a pie diner, and while she is not happy staying with her…

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By Don D (210) on 07 Jan 2017

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By Peter F (998) on 26 May 2016

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By Audra D (8) on 05 Oct 2015

Walked in blind to this wonderful quirky drama that's touching,sweet and so much more.Russell is wonderful and Shelly proves her talent in…

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