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(1 - 16) of 16 OFCS Rating: 81% Fresh Page   1   "The film shows Binh's experience in lyrical, subtle, often extraordinary imagery."   PopMatters   Cynthia Fuchs B- "Norwegian director Hans Petter Moland's ambitious but bleak social problem film is compelling but never fully satisfies in its clumsy dramatics."   Ozus' World Movie Reviews   Dennis Schwartz B- "While Damien Nguyen is more than capable as an actor, the character is a little dull, perhaps a bit one-sided."   EricDSnider.com   Eric D. Snider B- "A good film that might have been a great one."   One Guy's Opinion   Frank Swietek 4/5 "A tender and poignant cross-cultural tale of a young man's search for his father with a finale filled with grace and love and humility. "   Spirituality and Practice   Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat '2.5/4' "A melting pot of concepts and cultures comes together in this muddled but occasionally effective drama."   Palo Alto Weekly   Jeanne Aufmuth B+ "...the type of film that will make you wonder about the story behind the face of every immigrant in the street."   Reeling Reviews   Laura Clifford 3/4 "The graceful arcs of character and plot make it an effective emotional film"   Movie Habit   Marty Mapes 3/4 "Moland's humanistic story about xenophobia, man's persevering spirit, and life's bitter ironies only stumbles during its final act."   Slant Magazine   Nick Schager 3/5 "What it badly needs is Terrell Owens; in other words, a reason to pay attention."   Filmcritic.com   Pete Croatto 3/5 "What it badly needs is Terrell Owens; in other words, a reason to pay attention."   Filmcritic.com   Pete Croatto A "Sometimes I think that the feeling of movie-rush is just a figment of my imagination. Then, you see a film like The Beautiful Country and get that feeling again."   Reeling Reviews   Robin Clifford 7.5/10 "Slow in the beginning, with a neophyte performance by lead Damien Nguyen, Nolte lends a helping hand with a weighty performance in the closing minutes."   Monsters and Critics   Ron Wilkinson 3.5/4 "Viewers seeking a thoughtful and poignant alternative to the summer dreck will want to visit The Beautiful Country."   Reel.com   Timothy Knight 2.5/4 "For what works, credit Moland--a brilliant director who doesn't need this coattail."   Film Freak Central   Walter Chaw "Click here to see review"   Wolf Entertainment Guide   William Wolf  (1 - 16) of 16 OFCS Rating: 81% Fresh Page   1