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Acting
Jack Black's Lance is unhinged perfection; steals every frame.
Writing
Mike White's script balances absurdity with genuine melancholy.
Costume
Peak Y2K fashion archaeology—velour tracksuits and all.

Director
Jake Kasdan
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