A strange, quiet film. Peter Sellers plays a simple, good man, with not understanding of duplicity or cynicism. As he wanders through the world, he spreads a strange kind of peaceful message that people misunderstand but are attracted to.
Very odd. But interesting. And what an ending.
This review of Being There (1979) was written by Ade A on 30 Aug 2011.
Being There has generally received very positive reviews.
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