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March 31, 2006
At the Movies: 'Smoking' lights it up with dark humor
By CHRISTY LEMIRE
AP Movie Critic
AP Movie Critic
A marvel of perfect casting, crisp dialogue and biting wit, "Thank You for Smoking" is the first truly must-see, laugh out loud comedy of the year.
In his first feature, based on the novel by Christopher Buckley, writer-director Jason Reitman skewers Washington politicians, journalists, the entertainment business and everyone in between.
| THANK YOU FOR SMOKING |
 Director: Jason Reitman Cast: Aaron Eckhart, Maria Bello, Cameron Bright, Adam Brody, Sam Elliott, Katie Holmes, William H. Macy Rating: R for language and some sexual content Running time: 92 minutes |
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