I Dreamed of Africa
User Score
8.3 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 4 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4

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  1. PatC.
    Jan 7, 2004
    5
    Cutie-pie Basinger finally gets out of her stereotype to play a real character. Great performance by her. But it doesn't float the film.

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Metascore
33 out of 100

Generally unfavorable reviews - based on 30 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 30
  3. Negative: 15 out of 30
  1. Charlotte Observer
    Reviewed by: Lawrence Toppman
    50
    Like the star's acting, the movie is bland, full of good intentions and generally as stiff as a fireplace poker.
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  2. Philadelphia Inquirer
    Reviewed by: Desmond Ryan
    63
    Consist of little more than people arguing or clambering in and out of dusty Land Rovers.
  3. TV Guide
    Reviewed by: Maitland McDonagh
    60
    Though beautifully acted by Basinger (everyone else is relegated to a supporting role), there's a strange vagueness to much of this sumptuous, stunningly photographed melodrama.
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