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 JA> -=> August Abolins wrote to All <=-
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 JA> AA> Has anyone here enjoyed a film that was deemed a financial failure at
 JA> AA> the box-office?  
 JA> 
 JA> Yep! And I don't care what the critics say either - that does NOT tell me
 JA> whether *I* will enjoy it or not. :-)
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 JA> 
 JA> ... To get back on your feet, just miss two car payments.

For me, although there is a fine element of surprise to be enjoyed with a film
that hasn't bared any scrutiny since it might be a new release, most of the
time those occassions are few.  Meanwhile, I've come to appreciate the
commentaries of respected critics who communicate enough details so that I can
decide whether a certain film is a waste of time and money or not.

Over time, I have found that Leonard Maltin does a very good job describing
the pluses and minuses of a film. From that, I can decide if it I want to try
it.His "ratings" have been quite consistent with my opinions too.


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