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  • Falling Down (1993)
    Review preview for Falling Down

    This is low-key, nervous, twisted stuff, hinting at anger so deeply ingrained it can only erupt in tight, controlled spurts of rage.

    Angus Wolfe Murray · 4.5 out of 5
    One hot day in LA a white collar worker goes berserk in the ravaged ruins of South Central.
  • Standing Up, Falling Down (2019)
    Review preview for Standing Up, Falling Down

    See Billy Crystal's name in a line-up like this and you probably expect wise-cracking comedy, but in fact this is a rare straight role for the actor and it illustrates what he's capable of when he really gets to flex his acting muscles.

    Jennie Kermode · 3.5 out of 5
    An unlikely friendship between a failed comedian and a charming, alcoholic dermatologist helps both confront long-simmering regrets in this warm-hearted buddy comedy.

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