Review of Jindabyne (2006) by Nate B — 18 Oct 2007

Authentically grown up, but portentous just the same.

This review of Jindabyne (2006) was written by Nate B on 18 Oct 2007.

Jindabyne has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Chris V (666) on 24 Apr 2009

Gorgeous scenery is the best part of this movie, especially since I have been to Jindabyne many times. Not what I was expecting…

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By Beck K (91) on 30 Aug 2009

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Jindabyne wasn't as good as I'd expected for it to be. It was heavy and strong, but it felt as if it didn't really have a story…

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By Hans W (11) on 21 Jul 2012

I am in mourning after watching this film, not for that poor lady or anything caused by the repercussions of what happened to her, but for…

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By Derek L (319) on 25 Mar 2009

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By Starrysparkles (76) on 22 Jan 2009

Basically after a fishing trip turns into a crime scene...they decide that a dead body isn't going anyway..so they continue to fish and not…

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By Eric M (1,401) on 02 Jan 2011

Ray Lawrence's adaptation of the Raymond Carver story So Much Water So Close to Home benefits from good lead performances and the director's…

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The cruel ignorance of a fishing party is exposed, too intent on enjoying their lads day away to respect the human dignity of a murder victim…

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By Richard P (588) on 10 Aug 2009

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