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So many reviewers rate things a few grades below what they probably should and it's sad. I think there's a lot of shows out there that could probably have a score a full point higher but too many people rate things 5 or below that don't deserve it. This show maybe could've been done in 12 episodes versus 17, but that's what we got. The actors play their parts well and the scenery is gorgeous. As far as the script there's quite a bit of profanity, a lot from the kids, that could've probably been taken down a notch. I was curious where the story would go and felt it came to a satisfying conclusion. I doubt I'll watch it again, but if they had somehow furthered the story I would probably still wish to see where it goes. Gave it an 8 to try and get it closer to a 7. It's really not as bad as people are saying it is. I will say that there is that familiar element of a family member screwing up the plan that drives me nuts in some of these shows. Think the wives in Breaking Bad/Ozarks, although it's usually the kids, as in this show.

As I was writing this review I had to go back and make sure that David Lynch didn't direct it. It's a trip for sure. It's kinda twisty and tense at times, but not necessarily fast paced. It has a lot of satirical comedy, making fun of Hollywood at times but also just making fun of life in general. I liked this movie the first time I saw it, and loved it the second time when I knew not to take it too seriously. The acting, directing, and script mesh together perfectly. For those that are turned off by it, there IS quite a bit of nudity and profanity, but IMO not excessive at al. They both lend to the underlying sleazy image of Hollywood that I feel the movie is portraying. 8.5 to 9/10.. Criminally underrated at under 7 on IMDB.

One star for the production quality and one star for the atmosphere. The acting is pretty dull. An earlier reviewer described the characters as bland and unlikable. I completely agree. The main character barely shows interest or emotion. I don't want to "spoil" anything but there's two times where characters just don't react to some pretty serious events. Besides all that it's a horror movie that's been done before, only better. I'm glad I didn't pay to watch this, it's one of the worst movies I've seen in a while honestly. Fortunately it's only an hour and twenty six minutes long. Usually I throw out some ideas I think could've maybe helped but this one needs to much help. 3 out of 10 is generous.