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You rated this movie: 5
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Reviewed by: Swambi
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Hotel Rwanda review by Swambi
Challenging and moving
(3) of (4) members found this review helpful.
You wouldn't expect a film depicting clearly the genocide in Rwanda to leave such a good impression - but it certainly did for me, despite my being totally averse to any gratuitous violence. This film was an accurate, and extremely well acted and filmed recreation of the moving story of a man of conscience and faith who saved over a thousand refugees, at great risk to his own life. It shows clearly the unwillinglness of the West to take any action to protect the innocent, despite airlifting troops in to rescue whites. To me it was a damning inditement of the lack of concern for the innocent victims, which we can see being repeated again in places like Darfur. The music is great, and the human interaction keeps you involved right up to the last minute - and without giving too much away, I do like happy endings!
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You rated this movie: 5
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Reviewed by: PV
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Hotel Rwanda review by PV
Excellent but depressing
(1) of (4) members found this review helpful.
This is an excellent film- slightly spoilt by hollywood demands for romantic subplots etc. Superb acting. perhaps i should watch this movie again when i feel more open to scenes of endless horror and barbarism...
really well made though so i would recommend it
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You rated this movie: 4
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Reviewed by: Ellie
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Hotel Rwanda review by Ellie
HOTEL RWANDS
(1) of (2) members found this review helpful.
Excellent film. Gave you some idea of the terror of the Rwandan war and how Europeans had caused the divisions between the Rwandans.
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Recent Reviews of Hotel Rwanda by our members
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You rated this movie: 2
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Reviewed by: SA
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Hotel Rwanda review by SA
Harrowing but ultimately shallow Hollywood fodder
(0) of (0) members found this review helpful.
Not a patch on the likes of The Killing Fields, which dealt much more effectively with depicting the turmoil, despair and moments of hope in a far more convincing manner. Hotel Rwanda shied away from making a compelling film and glossed over much. The end result is standard Hollywood fodder. Avoid.
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You rated this movie: 5
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Reviewed by: RW
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Hotel Rwanda review by RW
Extraordinary film
(1) of (1) members found this review helpful.
Totally gripping throughout. Excellent acting depicts the struggle to survive appalling circumstances, whilst the story itself is clearly told. I found it genuinely frightening.
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You rated this movie: 5
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Reviewed by: GS
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Hotel Rwanda review by GS
hearttouching
(1) of (1) members found this review helpful.
i was really griped with the story which as you get into the movie is very heartbreaking watchin the things that really did happen in rwanda.
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You rated this movie: 4
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Reviewed by: Ian Smith
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Hotel Rwanda review by Ian Smith
Forgotten History
(1) of (1) members found this review helpful.
For some of us that were fortunate not to remember this event it should be seen to be beleived what attrocities were commited at this time in our history and to see that these people were left on their own when no-one else would help.
Also the sacrifices people made to help each other.
Remarkable film great acting not to be missed.
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You rated this movie: 4
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Reviewed by: PR
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Hotel Rwanda review by PR
how can we let this happen
(0) of (1) members found this review helpful.
An excellent an powerful portrayal of an horrendous event in mans history based on an excellent book
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You rated this movie: 5
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Reviewed by: Cherry
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Hotel Rwanda review by Cherry
Fab
(0) of (3) members found this review helpful.
Best film I've seen for a while - one that really stays with you. Made me cry (I'm a girl).
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