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Stars in Shorts
2012 107 min United States 16+
★6.6
Comedy, Drama
Director: Jacob Chase, Robert Festinger, Chris Foggin
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Description
Seven short films, all of which feature name actors, including Judi Dench, Kenneth Branagh, Colin Firth, Lily Tomlin, Keira Knightley, Jesse Tyler Ferguson and more.
Starring
Lily Tomlin
Actor
Jesse Tyler Ferguson
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Lucy Punch
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Key opinion
Stars in Shorts is a varied collection of independent short films that offers a lively, albeit inconsistent, cinematic experience. While the anthology format leads to uneven quality across segments, the presence of A-list talent and distinct directorial voices makes it a valuable showcase for works that might otherwise remain obscure.
| Acting | Lily Tomlin and Jesse Tyler Ferguson anchor their segment with unusually natural and cynical dialogue that effectively balances grotesque themes. | |
| Acting | Judy Dench delivers a radiant performance that effectively subverts her established screen persona. | |
| Direction | Wes Anderson's contribution is visually polished and atmospheric but feels emotionally distant and plotless to many viewers. | |
| Acting | The collection suffers from significant inconsistency, where segments like those featuring Colin Firth and Judy Dench shine, while others like those starring Keira Knightley feel notably flat. |