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Daniel M. Gold, New York Times: "Going Down" falls well short of compelling, either as a coming-of-age film, a satire or a romance. Read more
Frank Scheck, Hollywood Reporter: A young acting hopeful finds that things are tough in Tinseltown in this not exactly revelatory gay-themed drama. Read more
Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times: It's...familiar plotting and by-the-numbers characterization that sinks this earnest, gay-contoured take on the evergreen making-it-big melodrama. Read more
Dennis Harvey, Variety: A creditable if familiar portrait of one aspiring-actor newbie's disillusioning wade into the rough waters of Hollywood. Read more
Michelle Orange, Village Voice: A lo-fi feature blend of True West Hollywood Story and a gay fairy tale. Read more