Review of Freakonomics (2010) by Rai R — 07 Nov 2012

This was a very engaging and thought-provoking film. Surprises abound. Definitely worth a watch.

This review of Freakonomics (2010) was written by Rai R on 07 Nov 2012.

Freakonomics has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Mick W (33) on 18 May 2013

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By Dinesh P (313) on 11 Jul 2012

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By Vuk S (77) on 28 Sep 2013

Haven't read the book, and although the movie tackles some interesting subjects, it was an utter borefest…

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By Tara A (177) on 16 Jul 2012

Kind of a weird experience in that it made me think the book was probably better, yet didn't make me want to read it? Yet watchable. I don't know…

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By Rob M (1,048) on 17 Mar 2012

Interesting take on this, making a moving from what is almost a text book. Good stories and well presented…

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