Review of Searching for Sugar Man (2012) by Logan N — 27 Jan 2013

Searching for Sugarman is a must-see documentary.

This review of Searching for Sugar Man (2012) was written by Logan N on 27 Jan 2013.

Searching for Sugar Man has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Margaret M (158) on 13 Nov 2015

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By Marnie Z (226) on 20 Aug 2015

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By Jenna I (601) on 08 Feb 2015

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By Anti R (43) on 31 Mar 2017

Rodriguez seems very nice but the scenes on the concerts are disruptive: his fans are all Afrikaners…

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By Tav D (14) on 19 Nov 2015

Finally got around to watching this amazing documentary. Special thanks to cousin Vangie Johnson for telling me about this. What a story…

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By Carlos V (83) on 22 Aug 2018

Not Only a poetic and amazing fairy-tale, but also a way to bring back to life an amazing artist which lyrics can touch your heart deeply. A MUST…

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By Stephane B (118) on 24 Apr 2015

Pas banal comme histoire .. le gars vie toujours dans sa maison .. tranquille :) et fait parfois des concerts en Afrique du sud…

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