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76 out of 100

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
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  1. Village Voice
    Reviewed by: J. Hoberman
    100
    One of the richest films of the past decade.
  2. TV Guide
    Reviewed by: Ken Fox
    80
    Expansive and undeniably brilliant.
  3. Variety
    Reviewed by: David Rooney
    80
    Thoughtful, melancholy drama.
  4. Christian Science Monitor
    Reviewed by: David Sterritt
    75
    The movie makes up in sweep and splendor what it lacks in psychological depth and dramatic impact.
  5. New York Post
    Reviewed by: V.A. Musetto
    75
    Awesome filmmaking. But it doesn't make for easy film-watching.
  6. The New York Times
    Reviewed by: Dana Stevens
    70
    An intellectually engaging movie. But Mr. Jia's careful objectivity and regard for material detail are not matched by narrative rigor.
  7. New York Daily News
    Reviewed by: Elizabeth Weitzman
    50
    After lulling us into a neartorpor, Jia sneaks in one of the most gut-punching endings in recent memory.
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