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Joe Dirt (2001) Movie Reviews

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Movie critics combined give Joe Dirt (2001) a score of 2.2768 out of 4

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Film Quips Online (John R. McEwen)

Make no mistake: Joe Dirt, both the character and the film, is stupid. But things as they are, that may well work in its favor. With its quirky characters, silly sight gags, and the tasteless humor that has become a staple among teen comedies of late,...read the complete Joe Dirt (2001) review at Film Quips Online (John R. McEwen)

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Film Values/Family Values (H. Arthur Taussig)

A modern Job, it has positive messages (need for family, friendship, caring about others, optimism), but wrapped in a package that is probably unacceptable to most families....read the complete Joe Dirt (2001) review at Film Values/Family Values (H. Arthur Taussig)

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Parent Previews

While comedian/writer Spade does make Joe a catalyst for positive change in many of the people he meets, the dirt that's dished out in this movie will likely put families in an entertainment quagmire....read the complete Joe Dirt (2001) review at Parent Previews

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Austin Chronicle (Marrit Ingman)

If you really, really want to spend 90 minutes on a picaresque adventure through the gator farms and fireworks stands of Roadside America, with a mulleted David Spade in acid-wash and a chest wig as your guide, there's nothing I can do to stop you....read the complete Joe Dirt (2001) review at Austin Chronicle (Marrit Ingman)

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