Review of Zelig (1983) by Aiden T — 06 Jul 2015

The mockumentary approach turns this absurd story into complete genius.

This review of Zelig (1983) was written by Aiden T on 06 Jul 2015.

Zelig has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Ashley H (2,345) on 27 Aug 2013

Um de meus filmes favoritos de Woody Allen. Melancolicamente divertido. Ou deveria dizer divertidamente melancólico…

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By Hollis O (31) on 22 Nov 2016

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By Art S (1,002) on 23 Feb 2015

Mixing in footage of popular crazes and stock footage from the roaring 20's Woody masterfully creates a very unique film that I've seen nothing…

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By Chris R (1,477) on 27 Aug 2013

Um de meus filmes favoritos de Woody Allen. Melancolicamente divertido. Ou deveria dizer divertidamente melancólico…

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By Michael T (3,420) on 27 Aug 2013

Um de meus filmes favoritos de Woody Allen. Melancolicamente divertido. Ou deveria dizer divertidamente melancólico…

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By Timothy P (287) on 12 Dec 2015

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By Andy P (1,510) on 08 Dec 2014

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By Arun C (125) on 08 Aug 2013

Woody Allen's first & I believe only Mockumentary on the fictitious Zelig character who is more or less a human chameleon…

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By Zack T (137) on 14 Aug 2014

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