Review of Samsara (2011) by Kata B — 19 Apr 2013

Movie about the human species going crazy.

This review of Samsara (2011) was written by Kata B on 19 Apr 2013.

Samsara has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Brad S (2,657) on 19 Sep 2015

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By Chase G (41) on 23 Jun 2015

Honestly one of the best uses of film since the beginning of motion pictures. If you allow it, this film will stare back at you…

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Samsara is beyond pretty visuals though that's the first thing you notice…

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By Jay G (103) on 23 Mar 2016

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By Private U (13,627) on 18 Mar 2015

Some beautiful images, but the message was a simplistic, banal and juvenile commentary on the worlds problems…

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