: Many viewers found the film to be a "scattered piece of filmmaking". Reviewers at Common Sense Media warned it is "too long and very sluggish in places," lacking a high-stakes payoff.
While critics had mixed feelings, community members often highlight the film's "fun ride" and the "historical story line".
(2011) is a colorful, booze-soaked tribute to the early life of Gonzo journalist Hunter S. Thompson . Directed by Bruce Robinson, it follows Paul Kemp (Johnny Depp), a wandering journalist who moves to 1960s Puerto Rico to work for a struggling local newspaper. Movie Review: A Scenic But Rambling Journey
