[Ads-l] tentpole

[Jonathan Lighter]

Huh?:

"There’s so much to like about the picture *in theory*: a sophisticated
literary adaptation with a distinguished cast, geared toward grown-ups,
only gently suggesting itself as a tentpole. But Branagh just can’t find a
tone that works, ...."

http://flavorwire.com/611271/messy-new-murder-on-the-orient-express-adaptation-is-a-missed-opportunity

JL

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