Review of Broken English (2007) by K M — 06 Sep 2008

Zoe Cassavetes' first film is brilliant.

This review of Broken English (2007) was written by K M on 06 Sep 2008.

Broken English has generally received positive reviews.

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As a director, Cassavetes is a keen observer of character and social interaction but not yet much of a visual stylist (which might also describe…

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By Charles G (399) on 05 Dec 2013

I ended up really liking this film. The actress, Parker Posey, is great. You really get invested into her character…

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By Janice : (107) on 22 Aug 2010

Good stuff. Great onscreen chemistry. Great style…

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Parker Posey is always a treat, but despite some great character moments this film was a little flat for me. Worth a watch though…

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I really, really, like, Really liked this movie…

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