Review of Salmon Fishing in the Yemen (2012) by Kathleen R — 12 Aug 2012

This movie was lead by good performances and a orginal script to make this a fun movie.

This review of Salmon Fishing in the Yemen (2012) was written by Kathleen R on 12 Aug 2012.

Salmon Fishing in the Yemen has generally received positive reviews.

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By Lane B (58) on 13 Jun 2015

Not reading the book had no impact on my enjoyment of this film. Probably wouldn't have liked it had I done so…

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By Paul D (6,077) on 31 Dec 2014

Not the worst premise for a comedy-drama, but everything about the screenplay just seems ridiculous with very exaggerated characters everywhere…

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By Derrick M (245) on 18 Sep 2014

At first the whole concept was ridiculous, but it was not only the fishing but the other things and philosophy that made it a good one…

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By Zachary M (293) on 16 Oct 2016

I can see how people in the mid 200's would have been ready for a not so bleak stories depicting the turmoil in the Middle East, would be interested…

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By Joyce T (36) on 17 Jun 2014

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By Valerie P (219) on 15 Jan 2015

You do not have to like fishing to enjoy this film! Believe me. You don't even have to like fish full stop…

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By Juli R (194) on 13 Feb 2016

Charming romantic comedy. Emily was her irresistible self charming two men but must pick one in the end…

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Airplane movie at best. Don't take the bait…

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By Anke V (1) on 26 Jan 2015

Only 6.8 on imdb, I don't get. The acting is very subtile, Ewan playing a role with asperger syndrome... the humor is very smart…

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By Nicolette H (166) on 12 Jun 2014

Really good. I enjoyed the story and the cast all worked well. I especially loved Ewan McGregor. So Good…

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