The Anniversary Party

  • 2001


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Positive Reviews 30
Negative reviews 12
Average Rating 3.2/5
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3.8
A cool and intelligent look at a lifestyle where smart people are required to lead their lives according to dumb rules. Rogerebert
2.5
Parker Posey doesnt really register, and John Benjamin Hickey, as her husband, Sallys business manager, has a vivid few moments when he reveals himsel ..
4.0
There are good moments, saucy moments, funny moments, dull moments, bad acting moments and enough poolside skinny dipping to make you dream of a trimm ..
5.0
At its breeziest and most accessible level, The Anniversary Party is a caustic comedy of Hollywood manners. San Francisco Chronicle
2.8
At times its like watching a series of acting exercises as the camera discreetly moves from star to star to afford each a chance momentarily to shine. One Guys Opinion
2.5
They may overstay their welcome, but its the entertaining guests who end up saving this poorly planned party. Tv Guide
4.0
Some of the complaints Ive heard about The Anniversary Party argue that it doesnt earn its pathos, that its a pretentious home movie. Combust Ible Celluloid
3.2
As writers, Leigh and Cumming havent covered any new ground here.
3.2
Its excellent cast is better than the overall product, but its an entertaining party nonetheless. Eric Ds Nider
4.5
The film is also uneven at times and doesnt have the depth or emotional resonance of a picture such as The Big Chill, mainly because we never feel for .. Screen It
1.5
Plays like a Hollywood version of The Real World, neatly edited and set in a striking but sterile home, but with few surprises. Pop Matters
4.5
This movie feels a lot like a privileged peek into Hollywoods private lives. Film Journal International ..
1.5
Mixed bag for sure there are at least as many bad bits as there are good ones. Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..
3.8
Sharp acting and cool bon mots prove that loving is easier than living together. Internet Reviews
2.8
As first film, it suffers from problems of most movies directed by actors: Big emotional scenes and indulgent acting, but it has some moments of truth Emanuellevy
4.0
Doubtless, some will label the movie irresponsible for its portrayal of casual drug use, but it doesnt glorify the habit in any way. Eye For Film
4.0
Co directors Jason Leigh and Cummings have delivered an uncharacteristically smart comedy with surprising dramatic turns and excellent performances ac .. Flim Threet
2.5
Such an array of acting talent is trapped in such a mess of a movie. Mr Brown Movies
4.4
Jennifer Jason Leigh, Alan Cumming, Phoebe Cates, Kevin Kline, Jennifer Beals, Gwyneth Paltrow, Jane Adams, John C. Reilly, Mina Badie, Denis OHare, P .. The Movie Boy
3.5
Alan Cumming and Jennifer Jason Leighs Hollywood tale is set apart by its truthfulness. Calendar Live
4.4
Leigh and Cumming prove to be adept writers and, like many actors turned directors, are excellent at eliciting fine performances from their fellow the .. Movie Freak
3.1
The Anniversary Party is heartfelt and affected in equal part, the product of actors occasional desire to be understood as human beings. Film Freak Central
1.5
For all its superfluous and self conscious moments, the picture is a draining kick. Oregon Live
1.5
Shot on digital video, The Anniversary Party occasionally feels like home video, but the medium lends intimacy to the picture. Boxoffice Magazine
1.5
If you like high wattage ensemble casts and can handle meaty, lengthy dialogue and digital video experimentation, RSVP for The Anniversary Party. E Online
3.8
It is pretty well scripted for a slice of life of this kind and a composite skill level high enough to stand on its own quite well. Varia Gate
3.2
A caustic but refreshing look at how some intelligence can be scripted into a Hollywood ensemble film if some effort is applied. Dennis Schwartz Reviews
4.5
A bitterly funny film that unmasks Hollywood and provides some of the toughest scenes from a marriage since the prime of Bergman and Cassavetes. Jam! Movies
1.5
Everyone gets their own moment to shine Paltrow and Adams are particularly funny but all too often we laugh at these people, not with them... James Sanford on Film
4.4
The Anniversary Party is like watching a great exercise in social psychology funny, surprising, fascinating. I couldnt take my eyes off it. Aisle Seat
3.5
In fact, the movie doesnt condescend to remind us of the obvious dangers of the drug. Looking Closer
1.5
Good first date movie. See who they think is the craziest, worst behaved character here. Itll help you decide if you want that second date. I Film
3.8
How do people with perfect lives find ways to live them so imperfectly, you might wonder The Anniversary Party shows us, making us laugh and understan .. About Film
3.5
This movie is lacking in a lot of important areas including plot, substance and character, but it is certainly not short on big name talent. Apollo Guide
1.5
Unfortunately, more often than not it settles for the bright Yuppie banter ... you would expect of this bunch of characters. San Diego Metropolitan
2.5
It feels like watered down Robert Altman when it is intended to be a bitter, stiff drink.
2.2
What crashes Partys potentially freewheeling sense of merriment is the choice by Cumming and Leigh to shoot it in DV.
3.8
An encouraging sign, both for the potential of low budget, digital video movie making and for the potential of talented actors to bring fresh ideas to ..
2.0
The cast members play versions of themselves with considerable verve, but their meltdowns are predictable, over familiar and disappointingly camp free .. eye WEEKLY
3.5
A raw yet relaxed film buffs film... a wittier, recast version of one of your own dinner parties, with enough high drama to keep the guests talking fo .. Entertainment Today
2.0
Unless a movie set in Hollywood is as good as Sunset Boulevard or The Player, its hard not to wish the filmmakers had chosen a more imaginative locale .. Lawrence Journal-World
4.5
Fortunately it doesnt (quite) stumble into becoming a mawkish knock off of The Big Chill. Dvd Journal
4.5
Contains the undeniable fascination of the movie star world that is compelling even if you like to pretend that you couldnt care less.
3.0
The Anniversary Party ... is an intriguing film that, while not wholly successful, does have several things going for it.
1.5
Proves that people under pressure are still the only real special effects you need to make an involving film. Ny Journal News
3.1
The films first half reminds us that the only thing worse than not being at a bad party is actually watching a bad party transpire in real time.



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