Review of Jesus of Montreal (1989) by Marc-André R — 12 Nov 2009

Le film amène des réflexions intéressantes.

This review of Jesus of Montreal (1989) was written by Marc-André R on 12 Nov 2009.

Jesus of Montreal has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Bertrand L (22) on 24 Jun 2009

I saw this in NZ 6 years after leaving Montreal but it took me right back to the time and place…

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By Jenny G (174) on 16 Jan 2009

Wow. Me voilà plongé dans l'univers du cinéma québécois. Léolo, avec une grande tête d'avance, qui s'approche de la ligne d'arrivée…

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By Marquard P (18) on 16 Feb 2008

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Arcand explores themes and addresses ideas here most filmmakers would be frightened of attempting to explore…

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By Mark R (985) on 03 Mar 2008

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By Emanuel Levy (2,948) for EmanuelLevy.Com (2,771) on 12 Jun 2011

Denys Arcand made this original movie, in which life imitates art, at the peak of his career, right after Decline of the American Empire…

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By Tristan D (168) on 19 Jul 2009

I usually hate movies like this, with a clear message and symbolism, but this was done with such a light touch, such good sense, that I really…

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By E. J. Lundberg (4) on 08 Jul 2008

The message seems to be that Jesus was an inspirational character but don't believe everything you read…

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By Martin F (211) on 15 Jan 2008

The best movie of Denis Arcand, probably the most impressive movie in my life. Lothaite Bluteau is amazing…

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