Review of Waking Life (2001) by Robert H — 04 Jul 2010

A profound visual, structural, and contextual masterpiece that deserves to be poured over for years to come. Watch it.

This review of Waking Life (2001) was written by Robert H on 04 Jul 2010.

Waking Life has generally received very positive reviews.

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