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All the actors try their talented darndest, with Martindale, Bridges and J.B. Smoove ("Curb Your Enthusiasm"), who plays Nathan's buddy and co-worker, in particular ramping up the energy level. Arnett, who plays smarmy and scheming so wonderfully, here is presented as the nice guy at the center of the storm. Let's hope at least mild neuroses lay ahead for him to exploit. Which points to the central disappointment of "The Millers": How can such combined talents with track records that shout offbeat and original, including creator Garcia's "My Name Is Earl" and the glory of Arnett in "Arrested Development," yield such pedestrian results? Maybe this model will manage to shift into gear. ___ Online:
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