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89 out of 100

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7.7 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 39 Ratings

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  • Starring: Red West, Souleymane Sy Savane
  • Summary: On the lonely roads of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, two men forge an improbable friendship that will change both of their lives forever. Solo is a Senegalese cab driver working to provide a better life for his young family. William is a tough Southern good ol‘ boy with a lifetime of regrets. One man‘s American dream is just beginning, while the other‘s is quickly winding down. But despite their differences, both men soon realize they need each other more than either is willing to admit. Through this unlikely but unforgettable friendship, Goodbye Solo deftly explores the passing of a generation as well as the rapidly changing face of America. (Roadside Attractions)… Expand

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 25
  3. Negative: 0 out of 25
  1. San Francisco Chronicle
    Reviewed by: Reyhan Harmanci
    100
    Almost frighteningly alive.
  2. Philadelphia Inquirer
    Reviewed by: Steven Rea
    100
    A quietly soulful study of two very different men.
  3. Chicago Sun-Times
    Reviewed by: Roger Ebert
    100
    Wherever you live, when this film opens, it will be the best film in town.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 20
  3. Negative: 0 out of 20
  1. FilmJ
    10
    Few films rise above the white noise of the indie film world to actually standout as something remarkable and worth watching. I would make this compulsory viewing for all students in film making 101. No budget. No Stars. Make something wonderful.… Expand
    • 1 of 1 users said yes
  2. BillR
    10
    In a word I thought this movie was exquisite. I loved the acting of the two lead actors.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  3. JustinE
    5
    I think it's hard to rate this movie... if you are looking for something to reach into your emotions, you could probably say it's good. If you just want to watch a good or entertaining movie, this one fails miserably. A lot of the movie was very good, or had good production values at least, but overall it was pretty boring. And the ending wasn't too definitive either, but it can be assumed what happened.… Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes

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