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28 reviews · Provided by Metacritic.com
- 88Charlotte ObserverLawrence ToppmanCharlotte ObserverLawrence ToppmanThe final drum-off (c'mon, you knew it would come down to that) resembles a combination of music, gymnastics and martial arts, and I don't think I've seen a more pulse-pounding scene this year.
- 80Chicago ReaderTed ShenChicago ReaderTed ShenExuberant music and precision choreography furnish the thrills in this thoroughly enjoyable saga.
- 75Boston GlobeWesley MorrisBoston GlobeWesley MorrisA bonanza of pop uplift. It wraps the up-from-nothing drama of ''Flashdance'' in the sassy, interracial pep rallying of ''Bring It On'' and the military romance of ''An Officer and a Gentleman.''
- 70VarietyJoe LeydonVarietyJoe LeydonBrimming with heart and humor -- Drumline is a formulaic crowdpleaser set in the competitive world of university marching bands at predominantly black universities.
- 63USA TodayMike ClarkUSA TodayMike ClarkIf it's conventional, it's also competent. Thanks to director Charles Stone III (of the famed "Whassuup?!" Budweiser spots), the clichés at least have a good beat.
- 63New York Daily NewsElizabeth WeitzmanNew York Daily NewsElizabeth WeitzmanBogged down by a lazy script and underwhelming performances. Fortunately, there's no hiding his jubilant passion for ritual and symmetry, which makes each perfectly choreographed band scene a genuine thrill to watch.
- 58Portland OregonianKim MorganPortland OregonianKim MorganIt's an odd, overly long picture, filled with too many pauses but dotted with just enough funky band sequences to keep you interested.
- 50Village VoiceMark HolcombVillage VoiceMark HolcombAn exhilarating serving of movie fluff.
- 30Dallas ObserverLuke Y. ThompsonDallas ObserverLuke Y. ThompsonIf you were ever in marching band, you'll love this; if not, stay far away.