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75 out of 100

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8.8 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 19 Ratings

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  • Starring: Ryan Gosling, Summer Phoenix
  • Summary: The story of Danny Balint, who transformed himself from Jewish religious student to a rising star in the Neo-Fascist political movement.

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 28
  3. Negative: 1 out of 28
  1. Christian Science Monitor
    Reviewed by: David Sterritt
    100
    Stunningly smart, genuinely disturbing film.
  2. TV Guide
    Reviewed by: Ken Fox
    60
    Flawed but undeniably provocative and brilliantly acted by Gosling.
  3. Salon.com
    Reviewed by: Charles Taylor
    20
    A bad movie -- really a terrible movie -- with a daring idea behind it. And it's had the sort of crummy luck that, no matter what you think of it, can get you steamed.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. pinattar
    10
    i have to admit, i'm quite interested in these kind of films (American history x, this is england, romper stomper...). not because im a neo-nazi or share any of their beliefs (just to make sure that you know) but because im interested in the thought process and reasoning of these people. The Believer does exactly that, Gosling plays the role perfectly. a self hating jew, who rises through the ranks of the local fascist/neo-nazi group. Gosling believes the nazi ideology but at the same time is conflicts by the fact that he is jewish, and he walks that fine line perfectly. the movie is great, and really stays with you. i would highly recommend it (especially if you're a Gosling fan)… Expand
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  2. AlexS
    8
    A disturbingly provocative study of racism and nazism.This is a fascinating and powerful attempt at deconstructing the beliefs of these characters.Ryan Gosling is completely captivating and explosive in the lead role.It's one of the most unflinching and thought-provoking examinations of race issues in recent cinema.… Expand
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