solid, pulpy crime thriller; Scott Wiper does an admirable job balancing all of the characters and keeping things clear; The Big Ugly may not break any new ground, but it's a colorful, enjoyable romp through the criminal underworld
boozing, brawling and tedium; What makes "The Big Ugly" watchable are the authentic locations and the veteran actors who bring admirable conviction to their tough guy roles
by Jeffrey M. Anderson [Common Sense Media ]
