BAD REVIEW: Maps to the Stars (2014)

Maps to the Stars is David Cronenberg’s Mulholland Drive. Throughout, it’s clear that Lynch was the influence here. It would be one thing if it was done well, but it’s not. This is a dreary, confusing, annoying little film. A Ghost story, and it’s not fun. Can you imagine? The characters are all draining to be around and hateable. Julianne Moore gives the one truly standout performance. She gives it her all, while the rest of the cast sleepwalks. Cronenberg has made many classics, and this doesn’t diminish him one bit, but it’s no wonder he hasn’t made another film since this one. 2 out of 5 Stars.