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For some folks, 107 minutes of life and around 10 bucks will be a small price to pay for the privilege of seeing Chiwetel Ejiofor, the magnetically masculine star of "Dirty Pretty Things," strut around in drag, transforming himself into something like Tina Turner crossed with Eartha Kitt. Those immune to his charms, though, will see little in "Kinky Boots" that they couldn't dream up for themselves. Read the full review
When his father suddenly passes away, Charlie unexpectedly takes charge of the sinking family shoe-making business. He soon realizes that to stay afloat he's going to have to lay off many of his dad's loyal, life-long employees. Then he is literally smacked in the face with an idea that could bring the factory roaring back to life: the brave new world of sexy cross-dressing footwear.
Director: Julian Jarrold
Starring: Chiwetel Ejiofor, Joel Edgerton, Sarah-Jane Potts, Jemima Rooper, Ewan Hooper
Run time: 106 minutes
Release date: April 14, 2006
Rating: PG-13 for thematic material involving sexuality, and for language.
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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution: D
"Let's dig through this Plot Recycling Bin and see what will serve to help Charlie turn the family business around..."
Austin American-Statesman: 2 of 5 stars
"... tiresomely familiar."
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