Review of Babel (2006) by Tim G — 27 Aug 2011

This review of Babel (2006) was written by Tim G on 27 Aug 2011.

Babel has generally received positive reviews.

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Granted, this is a good film, with some intense scenes and great shots. But I like feeling some sliver of happiness somewhere in a movie…

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Like a Paul Thomas Anderson movie. But without the humour. You'll be engrossed. And you'll probably feel like crying…

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It offers razor-sharp editing, first-rate performances, direction that yields maximum emotional effect and a flabby, unconvincing screenplay…

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