Review of Jesus of Montreal (1989) by Bruce R — 28 Mar 2007

Hands down, but serious Jesus movie ever!

This review of Jesus of Montreal (1989) was written by Bruce R on 28 Mar 2007.

Jesus of Montreal has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Lang V (3) on 22 Feb 2008

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By Lee M (4,001) on 19 Apr 2011

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By Mark R (985) on 03 Mar 2008

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By Frank J (461) on 05 Jun 2012

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 Joey N (181) on 05 Mar 2008

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By Andrew B (2,971) on 15 Mar 2008

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By Stephanie B (344) on 08 May 2008

The movie has some good points: that consumerism, materialism, are hedonism are empty lifestyles. Pop culture…

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