Review of Willard (2003) by Ryan A — 26 Sep 2007

Criminally underrated. Though I can understand why, not many people are into this kind of movie.

This review of Willard (2003) was written by Ryan A on 26 Sep 2007.

Willard has generally received mixed reviews.

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Enjoyable, mostly because Crispin Glover is so good. I also talk to animals (especially spiders) so I kinda understand Willard…

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Fun and worthwhile remake of the 1971 classic. Crispin Glover and R. Lee Ermey's scene-chewing performances make this worth watching…

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Willard is a very cool movie, I watched the directors cut which also had a bonus music video of Crispin Glover singing Ben, which was funny…

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By Michael S (3,461) on 18 Oct 2012

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