Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close

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Extraordinary film

by calcutta

Saw this film at one of the NYC theaters exhibiting the feature . Recalling what happened here on 9/11 is still as vivid as that which is acurately portrayed in this exceptional picture. Not only is...

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terrific movie

by cleva

yes, it was extremely emotional throughout the ENTIRE movie. i laughed several times, cried more often that i wanted to, but i left in awe of how well written and remarkable the moments were. i...

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The Unstoppable Spirit of Human Love

by thomasdosborneii

I can't say enough good things about this masterwork of a movie. I saw it on Christmas Day, and it was so good I had to go see it again the next day, and after that, I didn't want to see any more...

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The Hollywood Reporter
| Todd McCarthy

Best of all, von Sydow is absolutely wonderful, with the great veteran actor clearly relishing this very unusual role as he darts, skulks and, in a stealthy way, mugs across town. Without saying a thing, he dominates the middle part of the movie. Read full review

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Boston Globe
| Wesley Morris

So all the handsome shots that turn the city into a toyland and all the superb editing and vibrant art direction - all the formal tricks Daldry uses to whip you up and work you over - risk being too much. After 45 minutes, it can feel like junk on a sundae. But the movie has a human coup. Read full review

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Philadelphia Inquirer
| Carrie Rickey

In supporting roles, Bullock and Hanks deliver performances that are low-key and perfectly scaled. Viola Davis and Jeffrey Wright are, likewise, excellent as a couple Oskar meets on his reconnaissance expedition. Read full review

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Entertainment Weekly
| Lisa Schwarzbaum

A polarizing load of quirkiness in Extremely Loud gunks up (at least for this hometown mourner; your results may vary) what is at heart a piercing story. Read full review

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Sandra Bullock as Oskar's Mother and Thomas Horn as Oskar Schell in ``Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close.''