Review of Salmon Fishing in the Yemen (2012) by Mel C — 20 Jul 2012

A nice feel good movie, loved the drama and the humor in it.

This review of Salmon Fishing in the Yemen (2012) was written by Mel C on 20 Jul 2012.

Salmon Fishing in the Yemen has generally received positive reviews.

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

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By Paul G (835) on 23 Dec 2014

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By Anna O (50) on 02 Feb 2015

THIS IS THE MOST BORING MOVIE I'VE EVER SEEN…

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By Dallas T (86) on 10 May 2015

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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 Trinity B (50) on 14 Jan 2017

Pro: well done, good cinematography Con: missing something…

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By Valerie P (219) on 15 Jan 2015

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