Review of West Is West (2010) by Andrew C — 24 Mar 2011

Enjoyable sequel to east is east where the journey is to Pakistan rather than Manchester.

This review of West Is West (2010) was written by Andrew C on 24 Mar 2011.

West Is West has generally received positive reviews.

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God the 70's were shit, sweet film - a long coronation street episode set in Pakistan…

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By Rachael B (210) on 11 Jul 2011

This movie was good. I found it funny in places and serious in others. The scenery in this movie is nice…

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By Mark H (1,764) on 13 Aug 2011

A series of ill-conceived, poorly executed comedy set pieces which do nothing to add to the depressing flimsiness of the one-dimensional characters,…

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By Gary B (698) on 22 Jun 2013

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By Sameer V (83) on 14 Apr 2011

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This is a great immigrant film. It's also a good city movie, highlighting Pakistani villages and culture as a central character…

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By Samuela F (14) on 28 Jul 2011

Excellent follow up to the super-amusing east is east. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Great lines and great characters…

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By Rihan P (63) on 19 Oct 2013

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