Review of Detropia (2012) by Michael W — 31 May 2013

A heartbreaking depiction of the systematic destruction of a great American city...

This review of Detropia (2012) was written by Michael W on 31 May 2013.

Detropia has generally received positive reviews.

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By Frederick V (134) on 20 Feb 2014

Well crafted documentary about Detroit.....with topics ranging from auto decline to current population trends....even discussions about Detroit…

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By Jason M (2,623) on 14 Oct 2012

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By Jennifer Merin (124) for About.com (1,470) on 16 Dec 2012

A hard-hitting yet lyrical documentary about the current economic woes of once prosperous Detroit, an iconic American city…

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By Mark O (468) on 25 Dec 2013

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By Nery C (36) on 14 Apr 2013

So damn eerie. Watching this, Detroit doesn't even seem like a modern-day American city…

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By April W (341) on 26 Feb 2015

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By Heather D (302) on 07 Jun 2013

Interesting and well-shot, but kind of disorganized. For example, footage of 1967 riot with no commentary linking it to current problems…

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By Bennie M (1) on 06 Jun 2013

Got me missing the D...don't worry, a change gone come…

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