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The Paperboy

2012 · 1 h 47 min
Directed by Lee Daniels · USA · American Independent Cinema
ThrillerDramaMystery

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Cast

Matthew McConaughey Nicole Kidman John Cusack Zac Efron David Oyelowo Scott Glenn

Credits

Written by: Peter Dexter

Plot

A reporter returns to his Florida hometown to investigate a case involving a death row inmate.

Sinekatalog’s take

A sweaty Southern gothic that mixes a murder investigation with lurid fascination. Over-the-top performances and bizarre scenes give it trashy energy, yet the narrative loses focus. A guilty pleasure for those who enjoy overheated melodrama.Sinekatalog’s own editorial review – not a user or critic quote.

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Ratings

IMDb: 5.7 / 10 (42,187 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes: 45%
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