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One of the freshest, most enjoyable independent films of 1998, Slums of Beverly Hills finds both comedy and compassion in the post-puberty woes of a soon-to-be high school freshman named Vivian...( read more 
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MCT:July 17, 2008
Total independent.But don't let that throw you.Funny story and award worthy.In just about every way.When that blockbuster your looking for is out'ask for this'sit back and be ready to laugh.
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MCT:April 19, 2008This was very enjoyable!
If you like Little Miss Sunshine, i'd definitely recommend it. It's got the same "dysfunctional family thats... well oddly functional" premise, although here we do settle on more of a "coming of age" film.
Although a lot of the scenarios and struggles of the characters is written by a woman and would appeal to mostly women, as a man I found that I was still able to emotionally relate to a lot of what the film had to offer. It's far from a "chick flick" - it's well written, hilarious, and has a wonderful supporting cast that'll appeal to anyone.
Tomei, Arkin, and Krumholtz are all great as always - but Natasha Lyonne definitely had such a strong performance that she carried the film. Her sarcastic and witty humor never failed to make me laugh out loud, and i'd imagine that her general attitude would serve as a sort of hero to teenage women everywhere. Yes, as an actress she is way too old for the part, but you'll forgive the film for that once it gets going.
I'm suprised that this film isn't more iconic for it's particular genre. All the characters are very memorable, and there's quite a few scenes that I know i'll laugh just thinking about for years to come. Arkin walking in on Tomei and Lyonne dancing with a vibrator was so hilarious that I had to pause. Great stuff!
Great character driven story with a wonderful script and great performances all around. I highly recommend it! -
MCT:October 16, 2007this film has some very funny moments, definitely has independent film written all over it. Marisa Tomei and Alan Arkin are very good in their respective roles. highly recommended.
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MCT:October 14, 2007
I truly think this film never got the credit it deserved.
It is a deep examination of human emotion, and the confusing minefield that is the love one has for one's family.
The performances by Alan Arkin, Natasha Lyonne and Marisa Tomei, were elegantly understated and right on the mark.
The desperation just oozed out of Tomei's character, and Arkin's character's self hatred and shame are palpable.
Lyonne however, is the star here, she is one hundred percent believable and she carries this picture and brilliantly holds her own with Arkin and Tomei.
This is a must see for anyone who has ever wished they were born to another family even for a second, anyone who has longed for a life, any life, other than the one they got, only to realize that as much as they aggravate you, for reasons beyond your control and out of reach of your comprehension, you love them desperately anyway.
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MCT:October 12, 2007
Instant classic. Everyone can releate to this wack job family and then some. Growing up is always akward no matter where you live.
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MCT:September 26, 2007you may not pick your family but you do ultimately love them. perhaps if my cousin was marissa tomei i'd enjoy seeing her big tits and playing with her vibrator too lol
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MCT:August 19, 2007
"One of the freshest, most enjoyable independent films of 98" That's exactly right. That Lyonne makes me laugh, she's so kooky.
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MCT:August 15, 2007
One of the more underrated films of the 1990s. It seems to rub some people the wrong way for unclear reasons, but I found it to be touching and hilarious from start to finish. `Slums of Beverly Hills' is a viable exploration of the human condition; a film that helps us understand who we are, and why.
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MCT:May 23, 2007
I liked it. A crisp and original story idea. Why Natasha Lyonne didn't become a bigger star is beyond me.
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MCT:November 29, 2006I don't exactly agree with this girl's reasoning, but this flim as it's own charm of reality tempered by a resilient young girl.
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MCT:September 26, 2006
This movie was funny. It was funny how the girls dad made her put a bra on when she wore a halter top. Total redneck family.
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MCT:August 10, 2006
yeah it's kind of a cult classic but it's really not that great... i didn't find it funny... and Natasha Lyonne bugs me most of the time with her lack luster performances
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MCT:March 23, 2006
A great study of and living definiton of the dysfunctional family. Arkin is great, and Lyonne was getting strong. What's happened to her?
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