Review of Absurdistan (2008) by Jason L — 09 Jun 2013

This movie has got something very special. Its charm is quite potent.

This review of Absurdistan (2008) was written by Jason L on 09 Jun 2013.

Absurdistan has generally received positive reviews.

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By Kareem S (93) on 04 Apr 2009

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As in Tuvalu, Veit's style is reminiscent of both France's Marc Caro & Jean-Pierre Jeunet (Delicattessen) with their whimsical machinery and…

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By Tina C (324) on 03 Apr 2010

Brillant and funny. Reminded me of Amelie :) I wish the movie was more even, sometimes slow and lengthy, otherwise it would earn 5 stars…

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By Courtney B (263) on 28 Nov 2009

Set lysistrata in the former soviet union and replace war with irrigation and plumbing problems, and you have this film…

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By Klei R (22) on 09 Jul 2009

I watched this up in the air while travelling from Sydney to Singapore, on my way to Istanbul [and Georgia where some of this was filmed]…

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By Florence . (276) on 31 Jan 2011

Uma comédia alegórica centrada em dois namoradinhos de infância que parecem ter sido feitos um para o outro…

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By Christopher P (712) on 25 Oct 2010

Quite an interesting take on the battle of the sexes ... and green living too…

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By C.j. A (117) on 20 Mar 2008

Funny wierd film. Hokey and enjoyable. Perfect on a Sunday afternoon when you wonder about life again…

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