Review of Searching for Sugar Man (2012) by Alicia P — 16 Dec 2013

One of the most inspirational documentaries I've ever seen! A must see!

This review of Searching for Sugar Man (2012) was written by Alicia P on 16 Dec 2013.

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By Elle P (95) on 16 Dec 2018

Very cool and interesting film. I want to learn more about this artist as his past was so intriguing…

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By Dino L (23) on 01 May 2015

An amazing story of a mysterious musician whose music gave inspiration to a whole nation and their search to find him…

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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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By Stefan L (354) on 11 Jul 2016

Fantastic documentary after seeing him live. Almost surreal that things like this happen…

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