Review of Night on Earth (1991) by Tim S — 23 Jan 2008

Five very diffenent stories in five different locations which all happen in a taxi. Entertaining dialog.

This review of Night on Earth (1991) was written by Tim S on 23 Jan 2008.

Night on Earth has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Scott S (1,964) on 21 Jul 2012

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By John B (4,244) on 17 Dec 2011

The first two vignettes didn't really do it for me. But the one set in Paris with Isaach De Bankole and Beatrice Dalle is absolute bliss…

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Excellent movie 'composed' by Jim Jarmusch…

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By Kris A (185) on 12 Jun 2013

Known about this movie for a while finally got around to seeing it, nothing amazing or life changing just 5 good, interesting stories…

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By Weaam M (72) on 26 Apr 2013

Such a wonderful film. Once again J.J. makes a film about life's odd characters and triumphs in doing so…

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