Critics agree about the new action flick "Getaway" starring Ethan Hawke and Selena Gomez: It's not only bad, it's epically bad.
Right now, the movie's Rotten Tomatoes score is a dismal 1 percent out of 100, with 75 reviewers panning the movie and only one giving it a thumbs-up. (And yes, this comes disturbingly close to the site's record of worst-ever reviewed movies.)
Even sadder still, the one positive note on "Getaway," from Norman Winter of NOW Toronto, isn't much to write home about: "As a great man once said, people who like this sort of thing will like this sort of thing. "
In "Getaway," Hawke plays a former NASCAR driver whose wife has been kidnapped. In order to get her back, he has to steal a car and run some nasty errands for an unscrupulous crime boss (Jon Voight). But the owner of the car, a young tech genius played by Gomez, tries to steal back her Shelby Mustang GT 500 Super Snake and she becomes part of the wild chase through the streets of Bulgaria.
Most reviewers have a hard time finding anything nice to say about "Getaway," but they're going the extra mile to dump on Selena Gomez, despite the generally positive notices she received for "Spring Breakers." "In this co-lead role [Gomez] exhibits the acting range of a hubcap," writes Peter Howell of the Toronto Star. "Good thing she still has her pop career to fall back on." And Jordan Hoffman of Screen Crush says, "If nothing else 'Getaway' has accomplished one significant thing. It makes it plain that Selena Gomez, highly beloved pop icon she might be, has no business passing herself off as an actress."
No one is in love with Hawke's work in the film, either. In his case the consensus seems to be that Hawke ought to know better. "One can only guess why Ethan Hawke felt compelled to make a high dive from the sublimity of 'Before Midnight' into the twisted rubble of 'Getaway," writes Stephen Holden in the New York Times. "What other reason could there be for a star to attach his name to a mindless demolition derby but the payday?"
But the biggest blame is being handed to director Courtney Solomon. "Director Courtney Solomon doesn't know how to shoot action; his herky-jerk style is a constant distraction and never lets momentum build," said Adam Graham in the Detroit News.
So "Getaway" is safe (just barely, but safe) from hitting the bottom of the Rotten Tomatoes barrel. And there's still a chance, however slim, that more good reviews may come in.
But it has to be a bit disappointing to the producers of "Getaway" (and humiliating for fellow pop star Gomez) that boy band One Direction is trouncing them in critical praise. "One Direction: This Is Us," the new documentary about the UK pop sensations, is currently the best-reviewed film opening this weekend on RT, earning a very respectable 72 percent.
Right now, the movie's Rotten Tomatoes score is a dismal 1 percent out of 100, with 75 reviewers panning the movie and only one giving it a thumbs-up. (And yes, this comes disturbingly close to the site's record of worst-ever reviewed movies.)
Even sadder still, the one positive note on "Getaway," from Norman Winter of NOW Toronto, isn't much to write home about: "As a great man once said, people who like this sort of thing will like this sort of thing. "
In "Getaway," Hawke plays a former NASCAR driver whose wife has been kidnapped. In order to get her back, he has to steal a car and run some nasty errands for an unscrupulous crime boss (Jon Voight). But the owner of the car, a young tech genius played by Gomez, tries to steal back her Shelby Mustang GT 500 Super Snake and she becomes part of the wild chase through the streets of Bulgaria.
Most reviewers have a hard time finding anything nice to say about "Getaway," but they're going the extra mile to dump on Selena Gomez, despite the generally positive notices she received for "Spring Breakers." "In this co-lead role [Gomez] exhibits the acting range of a hubcap," writes Peter Howell of the Toronto Star. "Good thing she still has her pop career to fall back on." And Jordan Hoffman of Screen Crush says, "If nothing else 'Getaway' has accomplished one significant thing. It makes it plain that Selena Gomez, highly beloved pop icon she might be, has no business passing herself off as an actress."
No one is in love with Hawke's work in the film, either. In his case the consensus seems to be that Hawke ought to know better. "One can only guess why Ethan Hawke felt compelled to make a high dive from the sublimity of 'Before Midnight' into the twisted rubble of 'Getaway," writes Stephen Holden in the New York Times. "What other reason could there be for a star to attach his name to a mindless demolition derby but the payday?"
But the biggest blame is being handed to director Courtney Solomon. "Director Courtney Solomon doesn't know how to shoot action; his herky-jerk style is a constant distraction and never lets momentum build," said Adam Graham in the Detroit News.
So "Getaway" is safe (just barely, but safe) from hitting the bottom of the Rotten Tomatoes barrel. And there's still a chance, however slim, that more good reviews may come in.
But it has to be a bit disappointing to the producers of "Getaway" (and humiliating for fellow pop star Gomez) that boy band One Direction is trouncing them in critical praise. "One Direction: This Is Us," the new documentary about the UK pop sensations, is currently the best-reviewed film opening this weekend on RT, earning a very respectable 72 percent.
2.) She can audition for ANY part and make it look like its real life, not fake.
3.) She isn't in rehab. (LOL)
4.) Selena is a sweet, fun-loving, cheerful, goofy, gorgeous teenager.
5.) She has an AMAZING voice.
6.) When she breaks up with somebody, she doesn't just go searching for another boyfriend.
Selena Gomez is my idol. I've looked up to her since I was 13 ♥ I hope you agree with this article.
Here’s what Selena had to say:
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Earlier we reported that Selena has bigged up Justin, saying that he really deserves to win an award at the VMA's on Sunday and now Justin has returned the love.
The 16-year-old took to his Twitter account to thank Selena for her kind words: "Thanks 4 the love! hoping for the best. and congrats because your new single and video r amazing!! (sic)"
Not only that, but Justin also recently said Selena would be his ideal movie co-star and can you blame him? She's gorgeous!
Do you think we could see a blossoming romance between the young stars or are they simply just good friends?
Justin would be one lucky guy...
Kiss and Tell has been a big hit and now she is thinking about what will be her next big project.
Selena has given fans a few hints about what to expect from her next album: more techno! She wants her new CD to be more mature and have something a little different from the music she has made before. She said that she is taking some inspiration for her new style from pop diva Britney Spears, whose older songs she likes a lot.
It is great that she is inspired by other stars, but we hope she doesn't lose her own style because of this. She needs to find her own unique sound - after all, she is one-of-a-kind!
Here are the reasons why Selena Gomez rocks:
1. She is friends with the super cute Jonas Brothers
2. She is a very good actress
3. She is pretty
4. She is on the hit show show "Wizards of Waverly Place"
5. She is on the Disney Channel
6. She dresses in style
7. Her best friend is Demi Lovato
8. She has a starring role in "Another Cinderella Story"
9. She has a starring role in "Princess Protection Program"
10. She is has a good chance of becoming the-next-big-thing
Selena Gomez rocks!!!!!!!!!!!!Don't you agree? Who wouldn't like her?
1. She is friends with the super cute Jonas Brothers
2. She is a very good actress
3. She is pretty
4. She is on the hit show show "Wizards of Waverly Place"
5. She is on the Disney Channel
6. She dresses in style
7. Her best friend is Demi Lovato
8. She has a starring role in "Another Cinderella Story"
9. She has a starring role in "Princess Protection Program"
10. She is has a good chance of becoming the-next-big-thing
Selena Gomez rocks!!!!!!!!!!!!Don't you agree? Who wouldn't like her?