Review of Wild Things (1998) by Matthew S — 20 Aug 2009

Why couldn't it have been matt dillon??

This review of Wild Things (1998) was written by Matthew S on 20 Aug 2009.

Wild Things has generally received positive reviews.

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By David F (1,889) on 04 Dec 2016

What's most annoying about this movie is that it thinks it's clever, perhaps too clever for the audience, when, in fact, it's stupid and unbelievable…

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By Scott M (2,584) on 25 Mar 2018

I re-watched this today. Not near as good as when I first saw it. The acting by the two female leads is horrible…

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By Brian B (2,161) on 14 Dec 2015

Surprising at all times, you do not know what to believe or that moment to end. very good…

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By Laura D (489) on 12 Aug 2014

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By Craig B (481) on 30 Dec 2014

I feel dirty admitting I like WILD THINGS. It's like admitting you slow down to ogle at car accidents on the freeway…

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By Beth M (292) on 10 Nov 2013

The scene with Richards and Campbell more than likely gave this film the attention it needed but completely over rated…

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This was a taut thriller that feature women in the starring roles so ahead of its time I smell remake…

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The epitome of a guilty pleasure film for me. Just cheesy enough without being too much. Actresses playing high schoolers is laughable…

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