Review of Paris, Texas (1984) by Daniel S — 15 Oct 2007

Hugely poignant and deeply moving, this quiet film is grossly under rated. See it NOW!

This review of Paris, Texas (1984) was written by Daniel S on 15 Oct 2007.

Paris, Texas has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Kirby W (37) on 24 Aug 2018

I just watched this again for the first time in 35 years and it still holds up. The story even more so in an era which highlights abuse of women…

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Directed by lauded German director, Wim Wenders and emotively scored by Ry Cooder, this winner of Palme d'Or at the 1984 Cannes Film Festival…

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