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41 out of 100

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7.5 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 23 Ratings

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  • Starring: Jason Lee, Jeremy London, Shannen Doherty
  • Summary: Brodie (Lee) and T.S. (London) attempt to win back their respective ex-girlfriends, Rene (Doherty) and (Forlani) during one long day at the mall. The second film in Kevin Smith's proposed "New Jersey trilogy" which begins with "Clerks" and ends with "Chasing Amy."

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 18
  3. Negative: 5 out of 18
  1. Film Threat
    Reviewed by: Michael Dequina
    90
    Sophomoric silliness.
  2. The New York Times
    Reviewed by: Elvis Mitchell
    60
    Mallrats mixes clever bits and an appealing quirkiness (which goes a long way) with gross-out practical jokes, needless repetition and obvious padding, since it has no real plot. [20 Oct 1995]
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  3. Chicago Sun-Times
    Reviewed by: Roger Ebert
    38
    "Clerks" spoke with the sure, clear voice of an original filmmaker. In Mallrats the voice is muffled, and we sense instead advice from the tired, the establishment, the timid and other familiar Hollywood executive types.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 12
  3. Negative: 3 out of 12
  1. DravenatorLives
    10
    Snootchie bootchies. I love this film. I mean, I actually drink my Dew out of a Dixie cup now that I've watched it. And every time I watch it, it never got old. I like how its jokes don't get in the way of the story, and the character of Brodie Bruce (played by Jason Lee) made me laugh my ass off with every one of his lines. Overall, this movie may be underrated, but I say you should check it out. (PS: The only problem? The marketing)… Expand
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  2. DeelonE.
    10
    This movie changed my life. I love everything about it. Jason Lee alone was worth the 10. I love every line he says, and he does it so well. Overall i think it's Smith's best movie, but I guess i'm biased cause this reminded me of my life and friends. Anyway if you liked Clerks or Dogma I do think you'll like this.… Expand
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  3. shamusolarry
    5
    Mallrats is funny, but overall forgettable, save for two memorable quotes ("Would you like a chocolate covered pretzel?" and "Like the back of a Volkswagen?"). I seem to recall enjoying it, but I can't seem to pick out what I enjoyed about it. Still, it's worth a watch if you're into View Askewniverse.… Expand
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