Review of Baraka (1992) by Ed Q — 24 Apr 2009

"Baraka" is a visually stunning and hypnotic visual poem.

This review of Baraka (1992) was written by Ed Q on 24 Apr 2009.

Baraka has generally received very positive reviews.

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I love this film, and Roger Ebert is right...this film itself gives u a reason to buy a Blu-Ray player…

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By Mohamed M (100) on 05 Feb 2018

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By Akhil A (161) on 30 Sep 2013

Ron Fricke's every visual is a brilliant phtographic frame...and when u check that date (1993) i'd suggest that we should be more than thankful…

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By Anders A (340) on 29 Jul 2016

The world, the nature, the people, mankind, spirits, winds, motion, changes, evolution, ancient, new, old…

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By Robin V (180) on 11 Oct 2013

Stunning visuals, and a soundtrack of new age or folk music, no dialogue or subtitles whatsoever. .. not your average movie…

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By Elizabeth G (180) on 24 Feb 2013

Epic and gorgeous, Ron Fricke creates a film that is one of the most beautifully shot films I've ever seen…

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