Movieline's Hollywood Life
"...Strong performances by Natasha Lyonne, Alan Arkin and Marisa Tomei..." 09/??/1998 p.48Rolling Stone
"...Jenkins shows an innate gift for lacing laughs with the pain of experience....Lyonne shifts keys from tough to tender without hitting a false note..." 09/03/1998 p.109 Sight and Sound
"...An enjoyable comedy....Jenkins' film underlines the fragility and strength of family ties..." 12/01/1998 p.61 New York Times
"...[The actors] project a crazy sincerity that turns this personal and nostalgic comedy into a very true story indeed..." 08/14/1998 p.E9 Box Office
"...Engaging....SLUMS OF BEVERLY HILLS features solid performances and surprisingly deft direction....A charming and delightful romp, with keen observations about character, time and place..." 07/01/1998 p.126 Los Angeles Times
"...[Lyonne acts] with an irresistible blend of maturity and innocence..." 08/14/1998 p.C16 | 
