8 Mile

All right, it's raw populism, but Curtis Hanson's semi-autobiographical life of Eminem has energy and conviction and the rapper's portrayal of someone very like himself has earthy authenticity — and star quality to burn. This kid could be a movie star — if he wants to be.

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