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Critic scores range from 0 to 100, with higher scores indicating more favorable reviews.

  • 83
    The Onion A.V. Club | Noel Murray

    Yhough Obscene tells the story without fully exploring its nuances, that story is both fascinating and more than a little inspiring. Read full review

  • 75
    New York Post | V.A. Musetto

    Compelling. Read full review

  • 75
    TV Guide | Maitland McDonagh

    Engrossing documentary about the life and times of publisher Barney Rosset, who spent much of his career advancing the cause of free expression, is a flawless match of style and subject. Read full review

  • 70
    Village Voice |

    Very fine documentary. Read full review

  • 70
    The New York Times | Jeannette Catsoulis

    A warm, entertaining compendium of counterculture voices and literary landmarks. Read full review

  • 70
    Los Angeles Times | Kevin Thomas

    As vital, incisive and entertaining as its subject. Read full review

  • 70
    Variety |

    The case for publisher Barney Rosset's place as a hero in post-war America's battle for freedom of expression is persuasively argued in Obscene. Read full review

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