Review of Waste Land (2010) by Dave B — 25 Nov 2012

Really good, different and very interesting.

This review of Waste Land (2010) was written by Dave B on 25 Nov 2012.

Waste Land has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Rob W (461) on 12 Aug 2012

It's not just in Brazil that people like this exist... They are everywhere and it's both beautiful and saddening…

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By Michelle O (126) on 14 Jul 2012

Although towards the end it started to feel self-important, the middle of the film was more than worth the price of admission…

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By Karl G (223) on 28 Jan 2013

Liked it but I expected something more. maybe not enough focus on the characters and Vik Muniz is cold I thought…

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By Jannice C (1) on 11 Apr 2014

To all my photographer and art loving friends - This is an absolutely phenomenal must-see documentary…

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What shines through is the strength of the Brazilian landfill workers optimism and uplifting spirit which makes Waste Land more than worth watching…

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