Review of War Dance (2007) by Maya S — 22 Jul 2008

Loved it...very heart-wrenching and inspiring.

This review of War Dance (2007) was written by Maya S on 22 Jul 2008.

War Dance has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Elizabeth Weitzman (1,905) for New York Daily News (5,623) on 10 Feb 2015

Overly polished, but deeply affecting, documentary…

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By John Anderson (1,358) for Variety (12,700) on 03 Mar 2009

While the pic may be targeting Westerners who want to feel less awful about genocide and global negligence, it's hard to imagine War Dance…

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By Cheryl C (320) on 24 Sep 2009

So well done, with an understated style that really gets you. the kids are as full of talent and hope as they are of sorrow…

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By Vincent O (141) on 11 Dec 2009

OMG! Wow!! The fighting has left us with lots of scars, but that's not where our story ends…

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By John B (4,244) on 24 Dec 2012

A wonderful healing experience for children made to grow up far too early in their lives…

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By Anthony W (322) on 16 Jun 2011

Ugandan students find relief from the struggles in their lives through a national dance competition…

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By Kelley H (52) on 28 Nov 2009

One of the best films I've ever seen…

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By Emily S (662) on 11 Aug 2011

What a terribly sad look at the world in Uganda, but an uplifting look at how MUSIC changes people's lives…

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By Marc Mohan (821) for Portland Oregonian (2,019) on 13 May 2012

Isn't meant to be a depressing experience, as each of these unfortunate souls recovers a sense of pride in themselves and their tribe through music…

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By Sheila M (157) on 09 May 2009

Horrifying and heartwarming is how I would describe War/Dance…

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