Review of Salinger (2013) by Rachel S — 07 Dec 2013

More than what I knew about Salinger, but not gripping enough.

This review of Salinger (2013) was written by Rachel S on 07 Dec 2013.

Salinger has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Wayne M (365) on 02 Aug 2014

The life of J.D. Salinger deserved a great documentary. Unfortunately this is not it…

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By Leanne E (142) on 27 Feb 2014

What an incredible story of one man's life and one book…

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By Corley J (119) on 07 Oct 2013

Very good Documentary if you like Documentary it can be long but very good movie and hope this gets oscar…

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By Grant S (1,780) on 10 Aug 2014

Interesting, eye-opening, documentary on the great novelist JD Salinger…

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By Terry R (136) on 07 Nov 2013

This is a pretty great documentary. It has so much detail and after I watched it, I felt like I really understand J.D. Salinger as a person…

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By Mark C (1,395) on 12 Mar 2014

Very fascinating insight to one of the most reclusive authors…

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By Dennis F (83) on 25 Jan 2014

I can only think that the critics who don't like this film should see it again. I loved it. Brought the private person to life for me…

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By P. P (134) on 27 Jun 2014

For those captivated by Salinger's writing, this intelligent and often invigorating film provides fine insight into his world…

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By Scott R (2,451) on 27 Jan 2014

Interesting and thought provoking, but it bases its interest off of speculation and controversy…

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By Randy L (252) on 08 Feb 2014

This has gotten so much negative press, but I think its worth a see…

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