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Title: A poor adaptation of a good book
Review: This, as many before me have cited, is probably one of those stories that should never have left the stark pages of a book. It's nearly impossible to turn a drug trip into something you can actually film, but success is not impossible. Just look at "Trainspotting."The book is good. Not great, but it does leave a resounding feeling behind, which is, for the book, the way to go. You're left with questions, fears, and some wicked humor.As a movie however, the compelling story is reduced to a cheap, Halloween party. People parade around in stupid costumes, making you wonder "am i laughing at Johnny Depps performance, or the foam rubber lizard next to him?" It's something you just can't help but feel sad for: "This could have been so much more..."The sole reason to see this movie: Johnny Depp. His performance is good, is an insane way. Just don't go see this if it's high-class humor you're after.
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