Critics Slam Miley for "Stiff, Unconvincing" Acting in New Film
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Thumbs way down, Miley!
Despite Miley Cyrus' popularity with the tween set, critics nationwide have panned her performance in the romantic drama The Last Song, in theaters Wednesday.
"A more convincing star could make this a degree more tolerable, although in Cyrus's defense not much more," writes the Boston Globe. "Allegedly, this is the film in which Cyrus gets all, like, dramatic. If by 'dramatic' one means pouty, sullen, and cute, then OK."
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The New York Times goes a step further, calling Cyrus a "big problem" in the film, based on author Nicholas Sparks' novel, in which she plays bratty musical prodigy Ronnie, staying with her estranged dad (Greg Kinnear) at a beach house for the summer. "Acting, for the moment at least, seems almost entirely beyond her...she pouts, slouches, storms in and out of rooms and occasionally cracks a snaggle-toothed smile, but most of the time she seems to be mugging for the camera, play-acting rather than exploring the motives and feelings of her character."
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The Miami Herald calls her acting "stiff" and "unconvincing," while Variety snipes that the star "hasn't yet learned not to act with her eyebrows and overbite. "
The New York Post, citing her "approximately one-and-a-half expressions," cattily links Cyrus to another former teen singer's foray into cinema: "Cyrus makes the most dubious 'dramatic' debut of any singer since Britney Spears." The paper also adds that she and costar Liam Hemsworth -- now her real-life beau -- have a "total lack of on-screen chemistry"
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Adds the Village Voice of Cyrus' first on-screen kiss with Hemsworth, who plays Will: "I can't recall ever squirming as much as I did during Ronnie and Will’s first kiss; shiny, buff Hemsworth looks like he's locking lips with an Andy Hardy–era Mickey Rooney in a wig."
What does Us Weekly Film Critic Thelma Adams think? In the new issue out now, Adams gives the flick one-and-a-half stars out of four and an "Us Bust" warning label. "The family drama is overstuffed with twists, tragedies...and one tortured expression of love after another," Adams says. "Ugh!"
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73Honestly, Miley is only fit for Disney Channel. She shouldn't go beyond it. And the only thing that makes Hannah Montana tolerable is the storyline. She's terrible at acting, and it's the truth. Look at that picture above! She just looks confused. She only has one expression when acting. Her tone never changes. And oh god, how that statement rings true: she "occasionally cracks a snaggle-toothed smile." This is just genuine criticism. Strict criticism, no senseless hating. She should stop riding on her wave of popularity and actually train to become a better actress and singer if she wants to improve. It seems like she's only getting opportunities b/c she's so famous.
SHE SHOULD REALLY STICK WITH SINGING!!...SHES GETTING INTO ACTING TOO FAST.U CANT ALWAYS DO EVERYTHING YOU WANT...YOU AIN'T READY!
lololol all the Miley Cyrus fans are getting PISSED! hahaha for reals, I've always hated this girl. But I did turn on Hannah Montana one day and could barely stand it. She overacts and it's terrible. I am a projectionist at a movie theater and everytime I walk by this movie, she is making the same 2 facial expressions, the ONLY 2 she knows. She can sing, yeah, but acting is really not for her. I personally think she is a spoiled lil brat, but that's what happens when mommy and daddy hand you everything.
Miley's trying so very hard to make everyone forget that she was "Hannah Montana." However, she doesn't realize that she must abandon that obnoxious, circus-style acting that is acceptable on those cr@ppy Disney and Nick shows. The trout-pout, the stomping walk, and the juvenile behavior need to go if she wants to be considered for adult roles.
all you movie critics need to seriously rewatch 'the last song' and take a good look because it is an AMAZING movie! I just saw it last nite and its amazing. for those of you who hate miley so much stop posting on the websites, stop watching her. the movie isnt all about miley.. there was a much bigger storyline in the movie if you actually watched it. her father and her, her father dying, the family bonding and getting closer again, ronnies' relationship with will. not to mention mileys and laims' amazing chemistry is OVBIOUS. he is sexy as ever. this is her best role.
Thank You
Miley did not work or earn her Hannah Montana gig. It was handed to her with the HELP of her father. It's sick to know at her young age (17), she can retire. Hollywood should only give shows to talented aspiring actresses. Miley has ZERO talent. And no, I'm not jealous. But I'm honest. And I tell it like it is.
What ever feelings people may have about Miley is all based on opinion. Personally I don't care for her but those who do like her have the right. But the one fact is that for the last few years Miley has been everywhere and you cannot ignore her. If you are someone who isn't part of her "target audience" this has gotten to the point of ad nauseum. I don't even listen to her or watch her and I need a break. Some people who don't like her may be 'jealous' of her but I think most of us view her as that neighborhood kid who always comes around and never knows when to go home.
Type yoWhat ever feelings people may have about Miley is all based on opinion. Personally I don't care for her but those who do like her have the right. But the one fact is that for the last few years Miley has been everywhere and you cannot ignore her. If you are someone who isn't part of her "target audience" this has gotten to the point of ad nauseum. I don't even listen to her or watch her and I need a break. Some people who don't like her may be 'jealous' of her but I think most of us view her as that neighborhood kid who always comes around and never knows when to go home. ur comment here
i am no miley fan, i think she's a spoilt brat. But these critics just make me sick, she's just a kid whose played that sugar-coated hannah montana for most of her acting life lol. they should give her a break
Miley doesn't need to 'act' to portray a 17 year old in love, all she has to do is be herself. I think the critics don't want reality but a 'theatrical' version of a teenager in love. They probably wouldn't like any movie about teenage romance anyway.
She ranks up with Heidi Montag...both talentless but at least Heidi did it on her own without it being a birth right of entitlement.
I love the lines about her snaggle tooth smile and her overbite. I haven't seen this movie and I never will because not only is Miley Cyrus awful at singing but now she apparently can't act either. I wish she would crawl back into the cave she was born in.
I love the lines about her snaggle tooth smile and her overbite. I haven't seen this movie and I never will because not only is Miley Cyrus awful at singing but now she apparently can't act either. I wish she would crawl back into the cave she was born in.
omg. seriously. if you dont like her, dont go see this movie, and better yet, DONT comment about her.
my daughter loves her and her music...that is all that matters to me. All she needs is some more acting lessons. She acted in hannah momtana you dont need great acting skills for that. Disney and Nick shows are all corny acting....
All I have to say is "It's about time"! Her song on the preview sounds like she's whining or like a dog howling. Either way she is terrible!
It's sad to see people with absolutely ZERO talent make millions. She is seriously undeserving. It's not jealousy as people keep pointing out, it's the sad truth that she can't sing, act and she's not even cute. Since when should your birth line create instant opportunities? It shouldn't. Whoever said she worked for this??? NO, it was handed to her without effort and that is what's sad. There are way too many other "talented" people in this world that get skipped over for these over priviledged, unworthy, spoiled twits! I will give credit where it's due and I'm sorry, Miley has NO TALENT.
If you don't like Miley Cyrus, you probably won't like to watch her onscreen for 2 hours. So, if that is how you feel, please take my advice...DON'T GO SEE IT, AND SHUT UP ABOUT HER
Mily said she wants to be a movie star, but it will never happen