Collateral

What’s Aged the Worst?

The hospital slowdown, Annie’s route, Pete Berg’s sleepy part, Ruffalo’s goatee and slicked hair, and Max’s instant confidence before Felix

In the discussion (5)
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  • The stretch between Daniel’s club and Fever loses momentum around the hospital. — Bill Simmons
  • Annie’s proposed route through La Brea and Sixth is challenged as a large loop rather than a useful shortcut. — Bill Simmons
  • Pete Berg’s character is reduced to tiredness, skepticism, and apparent reluctance to leave bed. — Chris Ryan
  • Ruffalo’s dated goatee-and-slicked-hair combination distracts from a performance that otherwise recalls his edgier early career. — Chris Ryan
  • Max becomes implausibly adept at manipulating Felix and a room of armed men despite his terror shortly before. — Bill Simmons