Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles
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8.9 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 10 Ratings

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  1. IanK
    Oct 27, 2006
    10
    It's heartwarming...
  2. LoreleiQ
    Sep 8, 2006
    10
    Favorite movie so far this year.
  3. gambo
    Nov 13, 2006
    10
    Best film I've seen this year. The cinematography is an amazing achievement. The traditions of the picturesque Lijiang created in me a need to learn more about their culture. Ken Takakura stoicism permeates to show the human side that we all hold deer. It's rhythm (slow for most Hollywood goers) kept me interested throughout the film -except when Jang-Jang scapes.
  4. [Anonymous]
    Oct 18, 2006
    10
    Fabulous movie. Luscious cimematography and beautiful music coupled with a compelling human story that spans all cultures
  5. davec
    Sep 1, 2006
    7
    this movie made me poop a little bit and then eat my poop.
  6. Anonymous
    Dec 3, 2006
    10
    First hour one wonders how long this movie will be. But, then, masterfully you find yourself absorbed in a poignant, layered film grieving with magnificant actors. Visually impressive.

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Metascore
73 out of 100

Generally favorable reviews - based on 21 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 21
  3. Negative: 0 out of 21
  1. Film Threat
    Reviewed by: Phil Hall
    40
    Chinese filmmaker Zhang Yimou has created so many memorable films (most recently the wuxia double-play "Hero" and "House of Flying Daggers") that one can easily excuse his new clinker Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles.
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  2. Variety
    Reviewed by: Russell Edwards
    70
    A simple, low-budget, contempo dramedy -- with plenty of clever plot reversals.
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  3. Village Voice
    Reviewed by: Ella Taylor
    60
    Slow and pretty and duller than you'd hope for from an art-house sophisticate like Zhang.
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