DVD Review Smashed Directed by: James Ponsoldt Cast: Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Aaron Paul, Nick Offerman, Megan Mullally, Octavia Spencer Running Time: 1 hr 21 mins Rating: R Due Out: March 12, 2013 PLOT: An alcoholic schoolteacher (Winstead) decides it’s time to sober up. Her quest for sobriety puts a strain on her life and marriage. WHO’S IT FOR? Those who [...]
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Smashed
Cast: Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Aaron Paul, Nick Offerman, Octavia Spencer
Running Time: 1 hr 25 mins
Rating: R
Release Date: October 22, 2012 (Chicago)
Final Score: 6/10
Reviewed by Nick Allen
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