Despite a number of strong performances from his smartly assembled cast, this is the first truly boring movie of Stone’s career.
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02/23/09
W. (2008)
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Reviews Counted:13
Fresh:7
Rotten:6
Average Rating:3.3/10
Consensus: A surprisingly sympathetic portrayal of the 43rd American president, W. is fascinating in spots, but merely rudimentary as a whole.
Theatrical Release:07-11-2008
Synopsis: Whether you love him or hate him, there is no question that George W. Bush is one of the most controversial public figures in recent memory. In an unprecedented undertaking, acclaimed director... [More]
Starring: Josh Brolin, James Cromwell, Ellen Burstyn, Elizabeth Banks
Director: Oliver Stone
Reviews for W.
1 - 6 (sorted by date; UK critics are listed first)
A damning biography magnifying the worst traits of the president with the lowest approval rating in history.
02/09/09
I'm still not quite sure why we needed a dramatization of one of the country's darkest chapters before it had even ended, but it apparently played a small role in my parents voting for a Democrat in the 2008 election, so I guess it was good for something.
02/09/09
With this story it's hard to shake the feeling that the tragic flaw isn't in Bush, but in the people who elected him . . . twice.
02/03/09
This Stone-d Bush is a pampered village idiot prop, with Thandie's bubbleheaded Condi stealing the show. And while W's 'just make sure you hit no camels on the ass,' is wild, the movie begs the question, who is responsible? W: The Audacity Of Honing Up.
02/01/09
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This Stone-d Bush is a pampered village idiot prop, with Thandie's bubbleheaded Condi stealing the show. And while W's 'just make sure you hit no camels on the ass,' is wild, the movie begs the question, who is responsible? W: The Audacity Of Honing Up. 
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February 01, 2009:
This Stone-d Bush is a pampered village idiot prop, with Thandie's bubbleheaded Condi stealing the show. And while W's 'just make sure you hit no camels on the ass,' is wild, the movie begs the question, who is responsible? W: The Audacity Of Honing Up.
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