Review of Somewhere (2010) by Lucas M — 14 Jul 2016

Somewhere is an intriguing piece of film that has too major problems; recycled Sofia Coppola movie scenes and boredom.

This review of Somewhere (2010) was written by Lucas M on 14 Jul 2016.

Somewhere has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Larry C (399) on 24 Jan 2016

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By Thomas W (1,104) on 12 Nov 2013

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Somewhere has its funny moments, and its clever moments, but the blankness and passivity of the central character make it peculiarly remote,…

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By Simplemethod (84) on 19 Mar 2014

This is a really good, almost fantastic movie. After the first 15 minutes, it really comes into it's own and I loved it…

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By Liam C (674) on 09 Dec 2013

Everyone seems to hate this film, but I think it's Coppola's best film to date (yes, even better than Lost In Translation)…

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By Nick O (721) on 05 Oct 2013

Sofia Coppola worked a dazzling mix of tragedy and recluse of sudden friendships in Lost in Translation…

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