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Splinterheads

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9.8 User Score:

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Based on 8 critic reviews
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Movie Info

Genre(s): Comedy

Written by: Brant Sersen

Directed by: Brant Sersen

Release Date:
Theatrical: November 6, 2009
DVD: February 16, 2010

Running Time: minutes, Color

Origin: USA

Summary

RATING: Not Rated

Starring Rachael Taylor, Thomas Middleditch, Christopher McDonald, and Lea Thompson

Justin Frost is a twenty-something slacker who has decided that his "thing" is that he has no "thing' at all. When a small-time carnival rolls into town, he meets Galaxy, a gorgeous con artist who has more "things" going for her than anyone he has ever met. (Paladin)

What The Critics Said

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Entertainment Weekly Chris Nashawaty

Splinterheads, which aims to be a quirkier "Adventureland," never rises above mildly amusing.

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The New York Times Jeannette Catsoulis

Splinterheads gains traction from an eclectic cast that knows how to work a line.

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50

Variety Peter Debruge

Writer-director Brant Sersen's amiable indie comedy -- even less edgy than Greg Mottola's theme-park-set "Adventureland" -- attempts to compensate for its too-familiar romantic setup by defining its characters through idiosyncratic hobbies and traits.

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50

Village Voice Nick Pinkerton

Touching in its dorkiness.

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40

Time Out New York Andrew Grant

Equal parts Hollywood meet-cute and quirky coming-of-age tale.

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40

Austin Chronicle Marjorie Baumgarten

Amiable and proficient, this indie romantic comedy is never more or less than reliable.

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25

New York Post V.A. Musetto

Splinterheads might suffice some late night on cable, but that's about it.

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16

Portland Oregonian Staff (Not credited)

If you want genuine laughs and romance in a carnival setting, go rent "Adventureland."

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What Our Users Said

The average user rating for this movie is 9.8 (out of 10) based on 7 User Votes

Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.

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