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6 reviews · Provided by Metacritic.com
- 63New York PostJonathan ForemanNew York PostJonathan ForemanMuch of the resulting material is very funny, though there are a few times when the filmmakers patronize or mock their subjects in a way that makes you uncomfortable.
- 60Mr. ShowbizKevin MaynardMr. ShowbizKevin MaynardAll of the interviewees are compelling, whether proudly showing off bruises and bullet holes from on-the-job scuffles, or voicing their opinions about how the profession has changed.
- 50TV Guide MagazineMaitland McDonaghTV Guide MagazineMaitland McDonaghThe breakout star is retired English bouncer Lenny McLean, 49, who memorably declares, "I f***ing hate violence."
- 38New York Daily NewsElizabeth WeitzmanNew York Daily NewsElizabeth WeitzmanCantor seems to have noticed how dull the actual footage is, since he relies heavily on "arty" shots and black-and-white inserts.
- 10Village VoiceAmy TaubinVillage VoiceAmy TaubinMindless, shoddy (lurching zooms, no color correction, an entire reel out of sync) depiction of some very big guys who work as bouncers.