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The Way Back

Peter Weir

PG-13

Description

Four-time Oscar nominee Ed Harris (Apollo 13), Jim Sturgess (Across the Universe) and Oscar nominee Saoirse Ronan (Atonement) and Colin Farrell (In Bruges) star in this epic saga of survival from six-time Oscar-nominee Peter Weir (Witness, Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World). Inspired by an incredible true story, THE WAY BACK begins in 1940 when seven prisoners attempt the impossible: escape from a brutal Siberian gulag. Thus begins a treacherous 4,500-mile trek to freedom across the world's most merciless landscapes. They have little food and few supplies. They don't know or trust each other. But together, they must withstand nature at is most extreme. Their humanity is further tested when they meet a teenage runaway who begs to join them on their quest. A compelling testament to the human spirit, this gripping wilderness adventure is "Peter Weir at his hypnotic best" (Telluride Film Festival).

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Heart Warming Tale😿

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RomeoJaymez

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2017-01-12

I don't know why but this movie really touched my heart. Maybe it's because it shows true human spirit in the worst of places. Proving that there is good in all of us no matter how cruel & evil this world may seem

👍

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Addicted2Music101

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2016-02-13

Very good

WOW

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DrSuperZeco

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2014-02-11

One of those movies that you see and never forget.

under publicized for sure

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JL Munk

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2013-07-06

I am not sure this movie even needed as much dialog as it had. I found it to be beautiful and captivating despite its unsteady pace forward at times...

True Story

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Fox9098

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2013-05-11

The story is true. Despite the claims. They later found that a man, not the one who wrote book, is the actual man that completed the so called long walk

The Way Back

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BR22322

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2013-01-27

Great story of an epic journey! Whether or not it was true, it was a unique tale of a prison escape set against some beautiful wilderness scenes. It held my attention the whole time!

Amazing journey of survival

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Navya12

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2012-12-09

This movie is one of the best I have ever seen. Deeply moving, and a visual triumph . Not to be missed.

The Way Back

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AKADiego

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2012-11-26

I thought the director relied too much on aesthetics and so the story seemed disjointed and not cohesive. Colin Farrell's character added some snap but Ed Harris' character didn't just fizzled toward the end. Honestly I turned the movie off I couldn't take their wandering any more.

One of the most boring movies I have watched

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Zaphodneo

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2012-11-12

The movie starts off well but then drags on and on for 2 hours. The storyline fades away in the middle and becomes increasingly repetitive. 1 star for me.

Excellent

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Larnaca706

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2012-10-08

Peter Weir at his best.

Great cinematography!

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Michael Jacob

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2012-09-28

Whether or whether not the extend of corruption and failure of the communist system, using terror, deception and brute force is explained sufficiently in this beautiful cinematography is beside the point. Weir excels in its ability to show the incredible strength of these escapees and what the human spirit can achieve, even under the most cruel circumstances imaginable. There is a constant tension and interest woven throughout the entire movie, based around the will to survive despite anything nature will through at this random group of people and despite all their differences in ideologies and believes. The fantastic landscape shots, superb acting on all parts and suspense throughout this epic movie, make this a definite must see experience.

Beautiful movie

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ciobneeduy

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2012-09-22

magnificent asian landscapes, great and touching story, loved it.

Engrossing

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GeeJb

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2012-08-26

Pleasure to see a movie with good acting, spectacular cinematography, and real human character and relationships being revealed under duress. If you're looking for gore or infighting, this isn't your flick. Thoughtful believable human interaction helps make this a 4 star plus. BRAVO to the producers, directors and actors.

A Little Unbelievable

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wallaby6200

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2012-05-23

There is controversy about how true the actual novel was. I mean, 4000+ miles . . . give me a break. Putting that aside, the movie itself was very good especially the makeup (which received Oscar Nomination). I recommend it; the truth behind it, I don't.

Overlooked movie

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SUKBITCH

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2012-05-05

Incredible storyline and character development. Highly recommended.

Amazing movie

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Vmami

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2012-04-16

I can't believe I waited so long to see this film. Great story, great screenplay, great acting. Worth your time.

GOOD SURVIVAL STORY

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Person of Few Words

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2012-02-14

This movie had good acting with a good story of survival if you like that kind of stuff. I do recommend it.

Regards

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Silent- Hell

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2011-12-28

It's really one of the best movies ever

I loved it and learned a lot about appreciating life by it.

Best regards.

Amazing

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Fletcher Reich

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2011-12-10

When I rented it I had never heard of it before, and not even ten minutes into the film I was hooked. It is by far one of my most satisfying purchases on iTunes, and the only bad thing about this movie is that I did not buy it.

A powerful tribute to the will to escape to freedom

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illium

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2011-12-05

A beautifully filmed tale of persistence through immense hardship, of humanity rising above brutality. Unforgettable and well worth seeing.

Well worth it!

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Solver7

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2011-11-12

Not the fastest pace perhaps. A nice piece visually and the story was like reading a book. The acting kept me in the story - this is a good drama that takes the viewer to another place and time. Well worth a watch.

A Contribution to Human Dignity

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Parexis

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2011-10-09

I so enjoy the abstract beauty of musical sound that I often wish it were not mixed up with the poetry of the lyrics, preferring to segregate my consumption of different concepts of art; the one being an aesthetic form and the other somewhere between rhetoric and philosophy. So it is in accordance with this kernel of my personality that, while I enthusiastically gave this movie five stars, I would have done so with even more satisfaction if instead of my simply ignoring the thematic pretension of sober political philosophy, as is my custom, the film could have respectfully left political philosophy to political philosophers, and not artlessly injected it into this exquisite example of tragic storytelling. I also enjoyed "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" and the Italian film "Life is Beautiful".

Not quite

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Energetik09

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2011-09-11

I came away disappointed in this movie. First off, a little added depth into the conditions of the prison might have helped to establish true deperate times. Second, it seemed to me that the director spent more time with the visual aspects and character development, that trying to show how miserable a trip like this should have been. If you have ever spent any time in extreme conditions, you should understand that there a a multitude of challenges and situations that weather and altitude present. An opportunity was missed to really explore this with any depth. And lastly, so these guys finally make it to Tibet within an inch of thier life and I am supposed to beleive that they barely stay one night before crossing the Himalayas? Silly.

True or not, it is still an inspirational film

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cavedodger

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2011-09-01

I wonder why some people watch films… I watch them to be entertained (and occasionally informed) and this is an extremely riveting film, showcasing some spectacular scenery and with some powerful performances. I suppose what happens is that people want to be like the professional reviewers and find fault in everything they see… it is all a matter of perception. Whether or not this film is based on a true story or not is neither here nor there, it is surely based on the dreams of hundreds of thousands who suffered in the gulags and mines of Siberia dreaming about freedom, the very same freedom that most of us seem to take for granted - just like Mryan points out!

Looking for a documentary, look elsewhere. Looking for Oscar performances, look elsewhere. Looking for a film that will raise your spirits, look no further.

the Way Back

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Jupiter, Florida

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2011-08-18

Who cares if it's not true? It's a movie for crying out loud, and a darn good one for a change!

Great Movie

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Mecca1976

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2011-08-16

Who care's if the movie was based on a true story or not; this movie was awesome.. The story line was interesting and it reflected the anguish communism brought upon many people. Those who didn't like it probably like fantasy action movies with aliens and half naked people.. open your minds and enjoy a well made movie…I also thought Ed Harris did a great job, I was not expecting this movie to be this great...

Watch it

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ldn89

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2011-07-26

Saw this in cinema and have to say, it was really good. I enjoyed the storyline and the acting was phenomenal. An emotional movie, it had me moved and the friends who I saw it with thought it was also a good movie. Definitely worth watching.

Excellent

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CT LAWYER

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2011-07-25

An inspiring account of the atrocities many Poles faced in Siberian camps. Whether the story is accurate or not, it is true that many did escape with similar tales. Hundreds of thousands of Poles died at the hands of the Communists during WWII. I can only assume some of the negative comments come from the twitter generation as they suffer from short attention spans. This was an excellent thought provoking film.

touching and well played

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nytro78

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2011-06-01

i don't know if this story and not but i really liked this movie! well played and touching i recommend it

Masterpiece set in interesting period of human history

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J. Sienkiewicz

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2011-05-28

Even if the particular story described in the book is not true the film presents reality of gulag life and human suffering experienced by millions sent to Siberia. The great escape is uplifting showing the strength of the human spirit. The film is visually stunning with great set of characters and great music. It is a very rare masterpiece and should not be missed.

Masterpiece.

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etoile1291

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2011-05-24

This is not a movie advocating political ideology, i.e, Capitalism v. Communism. It is about a triumph of a human spirit over what seems to be impossible to achieve against trials and tribulations. The story humbly unfolds men's will to survive, the meaning of life, and essence of humanity in the midst of despondency. The actors' superb performances are highly respectful. A true masterpiece.

boring and slow

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Filmcriticandlover

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2011-05-22

To watch the whole movie was more tiresome than the trip these guys made

Lofti4

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lofti4

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2011-05-17

Not worth the time great visual but story was what you would think they make it after suffering everything bad

BORING!!!

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Rocky*

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2011-05-15

Terribly long movie. Had no likeable characters and had you more worried about when it was going to be over than what was going to happen to them. Very little music in the movie, and A LOT of silent walking. Considering that the story wasn't even true, it just makes it that much worse.

The way back

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Merli126

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2011-05-10

I love it!

Both of us enjoyed this...

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Charles R

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2011-05-03

It's always a pleasure when we find a movie both of us enjoy. This was very good and held our attention until the end.

Well...

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Jay Levanne

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2011-05-02

If you keep your finger on the Forward button throughout this movie, you won't miss a single thing. But Hollywood is so sympathetic to survival stories that Tomatometer would've given it 110% if it were possible. Escape, thirsty, water, food, die, thirsty, die, water, thirsty, water. End.

A Great Inspirational Film

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taywriter

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2011-05-02

I blindly rented this movie on iTunes, and was pleasantly surprised! It's a great story about endurance, perserverance and will power. I've already recommended it to all my friends and family!

There was a real escape

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yareckk

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2011-05-01

Guys, don't be ignorants and please read some facts.

The book was written by English ghost writer who made an interview with Sławomir Rawicz - Polish Army officer. He described this journey with many details. The escape looked very real. After his death there was journalist investigation in this case. Rawicz could not be in Siberia because, in the same time, he was in Teheran (Iran) with 2nd Polish Army Division. After this discovery an English journalist found a 'real' man who escaped from Soviet labor camp on Siberia. He's name is Witold Glinski and he's still alive. Glinski told the story to Rawicz when he reached to Iran. The most interesting things are the documents found in hospital in India. According to these papers, three Polish inmates of Soviet labor camps reached to India.

This movie is based on true story but nobody knows who escaped.

A long walk indeed

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175Degrees

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2011-04-30

An inspiring story about the desire to be free, and more critically, the need for each other. If you have not read the book, The Long Walk, you would do well to do so. Although there are doubts as to its authenticity, there are documented cases of people witnessing the arrival of "haggard looking men" in India, claiming to have been imprisoned in Siberia. Regardless of whether it was Rawicz and Co., the story remains a testament to the power of freedom and brotherhood.

Fantastic

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RPMcc

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2011-04-29

This is how movies are suppose to be!

Riviting

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Ray Staar

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2011-04-28

Christie Lemire of the Associated Press didn't like this picture. I've made a note of her name. I intend to do exactly the opposite of whatever she reccommends from this point foward and I suggest you do the same. The woman obviously knows little and cares less about movies. Rent it.

Wow!

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greendayluhver

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2011-04-28

We read the book in my 7th grade English class and the whole class watched it. This movie is really good. I strongly recommend it. :)

Garbage movie

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Recovery!

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2011-04-26

Second rate garbage. Let's be honest, this movie was lost from the beginning. Zero character depth and accents that arent even close to believable. Silly movie.

Based on the book "the long walk" was titled appropriately

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JuanBurgundy

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2011-04-26

I get the great cinematography and great acting, but hardly any twists or things in the story. They missed opportunity to build on excitement breaking out of prison and instead spent, literally, hours showing guys walking through a variety of weather and terrain. A good cure for insomnia.

so bad, its a joke

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ArcticDude

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2011-04-26

completely waste of time!

Overall a Film Worth Watching

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A Reluctant Film Critic

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2011-04-26

This is a very good film. It is an inspiring story that is well told. The cinematography is superb, especially in HD. It has two shortcomings. One is that the audio track is not well done. You have to elevate the volume to understand the dialogue. The second is that at the end of the film, having invested over two hours in watching it, little is revealed about how what became of those who survived the trek. You have to search that out on Wikipedia. I would give it 3 1/2 stars, but that is not an option on this site.

OK, I suppose

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dréwstå

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2011-04-25

Can't see anything else you want to watch? Try this one once.

Amazing human story

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Nandrew

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2011-04-25

This is a wonderful movie. After a year of real trash films it was such a privilege to watch something so powerful and gripping. Makes u realize how trivial our daily grievances really are when something as simple as water is completely taken for granted.

Great Movie

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Octavian14

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2011-04-25

I wish more films were this rich and rewarding to watch! 5 Stars!

Not Bad

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bigfastmercury

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2011-04-24

It's worth trying. My wife was a bit bored during the first half hour, then got into it. I was never bored. I do feel that you never emotionally connect fully with any of the characters. But the story is worthy, and you should enjoy it. At the end it's like 'wow' and it makes you think. Ed Harris' performance is characteristically strong. I would say he followed by the girl and the thief are the best acting in the movie. The somewhat weak performance of the leading character may partially account for the movie missing the mark a bit.

So so

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Kerby Rials

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2011-04-24

First off, this movie is not true. Almost the whole thing was proven to be a lie in 2006 and the author admitted it. The only really good part of the movie is the part that is true -- that the author was in a Soviet prison camp for a while and then was released. He never walked to India. So after he "escapes" the movie is increasinlgy stupid and obviously made up. Ed Harris' acting is his typical cliche acting. How does this guy continue to get work? Colin Farrell was pretty good. Movie really drags after they leave Russia.

Boring. I

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Jerry SKIF

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2011-04-24

f you've seen the preview you've seen the movie.

VIctory for Freedom

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iOS #1

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2011-04-24

A monumental journey with all the historical relevancy of WWII, the human spirit is utterly AMAZING when you think about what it would take to make such an escape from SIberia! Five stars all around.

Sleep Aid

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AOB_805

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2011-04-24

Slow! Slow! Slow! This film is a superb sleep aid for the sleep challenged. The film excels in the category of buyer's remorse. And the scenery of the film is pretty.....like a screen saver.

Solid Movie

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FishyVish

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2011-04-23

This is a good drama with very interesting characters. A must see for all movie lovers.

The Way Back

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Groomer241

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2011-04-23

This movie is a mess. It leaves you in the middle of the film as chacters walk away and die without resolution. Too long and borring...

The

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Mdlindor

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2011-04-23

Nice

Awesome journey

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buckeee

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2011-04-22

Really excellent movie. Clear reminders of the real evils of communism and a great adventure toward freedom. The timeline sequence of the spread of the USSR was sobering. A great movie to see for younger people also to get a flavor of the fruits of communism.

WOW

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Hisglory2

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2011-04-22

I tried to work and watch the movie ....all I have to say is my work did not get done. Definitely one to see!!

Awesome movie!!!

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Sarah_Smile32

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2011-04-22

Wow...great movie!! It was very intense...you'll be incredibly thirsty and exhausted after watching this film so I'd grab a soda or something beforehand. Also for any history buffs out there, forget about whatever is behind the film just see the movie. If you take nothing else from the movie just know that it is a inspiring story of survival.

Awsome

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Mike Wisniewski

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2011-04-22

A great movie. A thriller about escape, helping others.

Good to buy and show others, not rent. (I made mistake by renting)

Not a true story, but ok

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amy ST. GERMAIN

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2011-04-21

People continue to be misinformed. This is not a true story, nor is it based on a true story. There is not a documented case of people escaping Siberia and making it to India. The main character was not anywhere near where he claims the events took place, which is documentable. He also wrote the book after those he named had died as not to have anyone to refute his testimony.

Other than that the book and the movie are ok. There were many parts of the movie that had significant impact on the story that were left out. Its just o.k. I probably will not go out of my way to recommend it, but if someone asks...

A bit disjointed from a

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VivaElToro

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2011-04-21

A bit disjointed from a timeline perspective but a true cinematic masterpiece. The story is as rich as the background is spectacular.

Great Movie

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John L60

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2011-04-19

I love this movie! Buy it, rent it, whatever... just see it!

WOW - Freaking Intense

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sferrari

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2011-04-19

I hadn't heard of this movie until I saw it on itunes. I rented it because the trailer looked good. I was pleasantly surprised.

This movie is intense. It's one of those movies, after which, you feel exhausted but satisfied. I'll admit that SOME of the ACTING is less than stellar, but the characters still inspire a great deal of empathy/concern. This story doesn't need highly developed characters.

I suspect there will be no shortage of people maligning this movie because of the way it portrays the pinkos. Forget all that garbage.

If you like good movies and you're not a pinko, watch this movie. Seriously, it's only four bucks. Watch the movie.

Thirst-taking

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Awadulce

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2011-04-14

I swear I´ve never been so drowned in by a movie. I went with a friend and we both were dying to drink some large fountain drink from outside, BUT WE COMPLETELY FORGOT!! The movie brings you inside and makes you feel almost like you are living the experience!!

Have you seen 127 hours? You can tell that movie does not make you feel the anxiety. This does so amazingly, it makes your heart stay still for 2 hours, and the best part is that the story is true!! I´ve done some research because at first I could not believe people had made it that far, but apparently there are records of witnesses in India that three men were rescued!!

The movie is based on a book written supposedly by one of the walkers. Actually, the writer was just the gatherer of the story from one of the members of the group that made it to India. I would recommend reading the book first, because the book is always better than the movie. But definitely watch the movie afterwards. I don´t like paying $12 for going to the movies, that´s why I movie-hop from room to room and I end up wathing at least three movies on one ticket. But this was the first movie I was satisfied with even though I only watched that one. Amazing

good

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acomputer123

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2011-04-07

This movie is an amazing journey an inspred buy a true story if i was you buy it but rent it frist if you don't like it