Review of Fast Food Nation (2006) by Henry W — 24 Jun 2008

This movie is an awesome satire of America's favorite killer.

This review of Fast Food Nation (2006) was written by Henry W on 24 Jun 2008.

Fast Food Nation has generally received mixed reviews.

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I think I just became a vegetarian...Nah. I see why this movie got bad reviews....because critics are for sale…

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By Frederator D (46) on 23 Sep 2014

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By Brendan N (1,490) on 26 Apr 2012

I love Richard Linklater but this is shit. A nice looking spoonful of lard being shoved down the viewer's throat…

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By Ofeli G (29) on 18 Jan 2013

Really enjoyed the approach of the movie, clearly shows realities that aren't hard to believe about the fast food industry but it makes me…

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By Dustin M (641) on 18 Mar 2012

Such a dissapointment. I would have preffered a documentary than an actual narrative…

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Completely repulsive. I don't want to see any of this on-screen, especially when the film is boring and poorly made…

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Haven't seen this in eight years, and am in no mood, whatsoever, to watch it again…

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By Scott C (2,765) on 27 Nov 2012

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