Review of Running on Empty (1988) by Hal Lipper for Tampa Bay Times — 16 Dec 2015
Running on Empty works best when it plays upon emotions generated by the Popes' unique predicament, something that it often does rather shamelessly. It helps that Sidney Lumet has directed the film in a crisp, handsome style that diminishes the maudlin or unlikely aspects of its story, even when they threaten to intrude.
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This review of Running on Empty (1988) was written by Hal Lipper and published by Tampa Bay Times on 16 December 2015.
Running on Empty has generally received positive reviews.
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