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“It's mind-boggling to consider that movies this bad are actually committed to film. The poor quality of The Pest in almost every category - humor, intelligence, creativity, and just plain entertainment value - ranks it somewhere between a bad infomercial and a local cable newscast. Rarely do I consider the act of seeing a movie to be a chore, but this kind of experience is the exception.”

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James Berardinelli

James Berardinelli is an esteemed American film critic, born on September 25, 1967. He is known for his comprehensive film reviews and ratings, often sharing his insights on the internet and television. more

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