Review of Z (1969) by Deniz K — 05 Sep 2007

Democracy... at the end of a long path. Here we see the past, the period of darkness, which is now over.

This review of Z (1969) was written by Deniz K on 05 Sep 2007.

Z has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Bill B (2,505) on 27 Aug 2017

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By Benjamin W (694) on 26 Apr 2013

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By Penelope Houston (126) for The Spectator (1,162) on 08 Jul 2018

There is a snapping-up of glib trifles which somewhat undercuts the gravity of Z's overt pretensions…

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By Guillaume H (214) on 30 Mar 2014

Z is a well made movie, but I'd be lying If I said that I understood its acclaim…

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By Alec B (1,705) on 02 Aug 2017

The film's anti-fascism always reads as raw and angry but never unfocused. A remarkable thriller…

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By Devon B (391) on 15 May 2012

Z is a film of the sixties, even more so perhaps than Woodstock…

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By Ricardo O (219) on 16 Feb 2011

Costa-Gavras' Oscar winning political thriller, Z, is based on true events surrounding the assassination of democratic Greek politician Gregoris…

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By Jason M (2,623) on 31 Jan 2012

Just saw this for the 5th time. It's a gift that keeps on giving over time. Smart, cogent, well-acted, well-written, well-directed…

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