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Saw VI No Match for Original

Critics agree: Whatever you think of the first film, it was better

By Harry Kimball, Newser Staff

Posted Oct 23, 2009 2:09 PM CDT

(Newser) – Most critics find themselves in the tough spot of praising the original Saw to put down the sixth installment. They don't make 'em like they used to. Some opinions:

"The film goes all trendy in its selection of victims," opting for the likes

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