Review of Waking Life (2001) by Jonathan C — 25 Nov 2009

Richard Linklater's surprisingly enjoyable, never boring exposition of wits.

This review of Waking Life (2001) was written by Jonathan C on 25 Nov 2009.

Waking Life has generally received very positive reviews.

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