Review of A Hologram for the King (2016) by Laurel S — 30 Apr 2016

Entertaining presentation of American versus Arab cultures.

This review of A Hologram for the King (2016) was written by Laurel S on 30 Apr 2016.

A Hologram for the King has generally received mixed reviews.

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A beautiful story, a wild goose chase, optimism, exotic culture and love. And frigging Tom Hanks. Beautiful and authentic. It is certainly enjoyable…

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Everything is fine before the ending for we are exposed to everything about Saudi Arabia. But the ending is terribly wrong…

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I sat through this whole movie but I couldn't even tell you what happened (that's because nothing happened.) I'd avoid if you want a good movie :(…

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