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Despite Offering Tantalizing Possibilities, ‘Jumper’ Weakened By Formulaic Clichés

Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on February 17, 2008 - 1:00am.

CHICAGO – As a distinct premise, “Jumper” offers tantalizing possibilities. The ability to transport yourself from one location to another with simple mind control is a cool rule of the world. While the film speaks to some of the far-reaching potential of the power, it also follows story formulas that weaken it.

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