Review of Waking Life (2001) by Static Parsley {Ruben} — 18 Aug 2008

Amazing movie. Definitely not for the simple-minded.

This review of Waking Life (2001) was written by Static Parsley {Ruben} on 18 Aug 2008.

Waking Life has generally received very positive reviews.

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