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1993
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4.0
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4.5
And yet hes unable to see that his rhythm and rhymes dont carry significance just because hes got talent.
Indie Wire
4.5
Unsurprisingly, much of what makes Dave worth watching is Dave himself.
Indie Wire
3.5
The film is very funny, but a thoughtful Reitman is just not as funny as when he used to blast into space.
Austin Chronicle
4.4
The movie is more proof that it isnt what you do, its how you do it: Ivan Reitmans direction and Gary Ross screenplay use intelligence and warmhearted ..
Rogerebert
4.0
This film is a delightful social fable which celebrates the Good Samaritan idealism of an ordinary citizen who actually makes a difference in Washingt ..
Spirituality And Practice
5.0
Langella is great in a thankless role, with just a hint of comedy and a lot of menace.
Lariat
4.0
Review Our Score by John Ferguson Ghost Busters and Evolution director Ivan Reitman isnt known for his subtlety, but theres nothing crass about this d ..
Radio Times
2.5
The pace is rather slow, however, and the mood is rather tame; many moviegoers may find the picturee too subdued for its own good.
Cs Monitor
4.0
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Emanuellevy
3.8
For all its modest charm, Dave is a true throwback to the Capra days, a political comedy just cockeyed enough to triumph over cynicism.
Ew
3.0
But its more likely to provide warm, fuzzy smiles than belly laughs.
Empire
4.0
Its a truly heartfelt film that manages to combine sweet romance with political satire.
Common Sense Media
4.0
And while this is a light movie, it pulls off the impressive feat of blending old fashioned romance with gentle comedy and a sprinkling of modern sati ..
Bbc
3.5
TITLE: DAVE DIRECTOR: IVAN REITMAN WRITER: GARY ROSS THE BOTTOM LINE: A genial, expertly played political comedy proves that the spirit of Mr. Smith s ..
Time
5.0
A case of art imitating the electorate, its a comedy that rides in on Clintons coattails, bringing with it a landslide of laughs.
Washington Post
3.5
Its a good time but not an unforgettable time.Dave is a lowercase hero, one of those thousand points of light.
Washington Post
3.8
Unsentimental, non glamorized, and unclouded by the usual overlay of rose colored nostalgia, this is a raw but rewarding motion picture.
ReelViews
5.0
Layering this sweet comedic story with some sharp, editorial barbs, screenwriter Gary Ross has fashioned an engaging, brainy comedy.
Hollywood Reporter
3.5
But it also manages a nice balance with its light romantic comedy side.
Deseret News
4.4
The result is the funniest, savviest political comedy to come our way in some time.
Movies Tv Guide
3.5
But its the spritely comic timing of the fine Hollywood ensemble that keeps Dave percolating.
News Week
5.0
Could the Oscar nominated screenplay be written today and still appeal to movie going audiences
Solzy At The Movies
4.5
Political Romp Dave Is Satirically Correct : A smoothly professional effort, the films strongest suit is the delicately pitched comic performances of ..
La Times
4.4
This time, Reitman has made a film of irresistible charm, a big commercial comedy that returns honor to the notion.
Articles Chicago Tribune
4.4
In other words, this is the film fantasy version of What if Perot had been a nice guy
Articles Chicago Tribune
1.0
As the First Lady, Weaver, who can be very funny with the right material, is a majestic presencebut couldnt someone have given her a couple of good jo ..
People
3.0
The comedy its too cautious, really, to be called a satire just sort of tap dances along, hitting all the usual marks without ever straining too hard.
Articles Orlando Sentinel
3.8
Its refreshingly blurry as to its own allegiances, not one of those tub thumping liberal screeds on the moral inferiority of Republicans but rather mo ..
Articles Baltimore Sun
2.5
Despite the familiar echoes, the film works more often than it should.
Articles Sun Sentinel
5.0
But on the strength of Klines infectiously upbeat performance, Dave resolves its crises with elegant aplomb, reflecting recent history in a scandal in ..
Seattle Times
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