This is one of the more original movies of the year, and it's the rare film that's primarily about the workplace.
– Richard Roeper,
Ebert & Roeper,
16 Jun 2008
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The Promotion works as a comedy because, in the depths of our dark hearts, we enjoy seeing the woes that beset our comic antagonists.
– Philip Marchand,
Toronto Star,
27 Jun 2008
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A nice little comedy about what it takes to climb the corporate ladder and the toll such actions take on the psyche of a decent individual.
– James Berardinelli,
ReelViews,
18 Oct 2008
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By taking the time to make that connection with the audience, The Promotion ensures we'll forgive these guys anything -- and laugh along with them -- in their quest to advance their lots.
– Rene Rodriguez,
Miami Herald,
18 Oct 2008
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The Promotion may not be much, and you get to know that supermarket uncomfortably well by the end of the 85 minutes. But as I say: He's an interesting writer.