Review of Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles (2005) by Chairun N — 30 Apr 2008

Another one of Zhang Yimou's great creations!

This review of Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles (2005) was written by Chairun N on 30 Apr 2008.

Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Camilo R (69) on 29 Dec 2008

Simple, sad and touching. Beautifully captured cinematographics though not Yimou's best. Nice…

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By Anna Maria P (3) on 08 Jun 2008

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By Cli O (622) on 11 Oct 2008

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By Denise L (45) on 22 Feb 2009

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By Jeffrey C (821) on 28 May 2010

It depicts every single emotion in detail on the father-son relationships, not just a pair, but two…

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By Ryan B (2,114) on 08 Oct 2008

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By Dan K (743) on 28 Jan 2009

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