Review of Z (1969) by Maya F — 22 May 2011

O.o maybe the best political thriller i've ever seen.

This review of Z (1969) was written by Maya F on 22 May 2011.

Z has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Aroonav D (28) on 05 Jun 2012

Seen 2 times.Un classique dans l'emprise des guerres politiques…

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By Jason M (2,623) on 31 Jan 2012

Just saw this for the 5th time. It's a gift that keeps on giving over time. Smart, cogent, well-acted, well-written, well-directed…

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By Mike A (627) on 01 Feb 2012

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By David B (3,254) on 25 Nov 2013

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By Spencer S (1,155) on 30 Dec 2010

Dec 2010 - It is a good example of a relatively successful political drama…

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By Irvin C (321) on 22 Oct 2011

Someone recommended that I blind-buy this during the Barnes & Noble Criterion DVD sale. I'm glad I did. It's an amazing film…

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A very interesting, chaotic movie…

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They wanted to kill me. An outspoken political activist is brutally murdered in a mysterious and curios manner…

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Based on actual events, this movie is a striking political thriller and disturbingly illuminates how far corruption can travel…

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By Devon B (391) on 15 May 2012

Z is a film of the sixties, even more so perhaps than Woodstock…

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