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20 Centimeters (2005)

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Reviews Counted:16

Fresh:7

Rotten:9

Average Rating:5.9/10

Rated: Not Rated

Runtime: 1 hr 53 mins

Genre: Comedies

Theatrical Release:Oct 27, 2006 Limited

Synopsis: Shot through with colorful musical numbers, 20 CENTIMETERS is a delirious romp through the life of transsexual Marieta (Monica Cervera) who longs to become a fully-fledged woman.

Starring: Monica Cervera

Starring: Monica Cervera

Director: Ramon Salazar

Director: Ramon Salazar
Screenwriter: Ramon Salazar
Composer: Pascal Gaigne, Najwa Nimri
Studio: TLA Releasing

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It all makes one think that the Spanish film industry needs to seriously get hold of itself and stop with these slavish, sub-Almodóvarian forays into excess.

Full Review Source: Film Journal International | comment Comment
03/01/07
David Noh
David Noh
Film Journal International

Every time 20 Centimeters feels a little slow or annoying, the quirky musical numbers kick in and their intense energy seems to make everything all right.

Full Review Source: Cinematical | comment Comment
01/24/07
Jette Kernion
Jette Kernion
Cinematical

Salazar has managed to drain all life out of what should naturally be a most lively project.

Full Review Source: DVDTalk.com | comment Comment
12/30/06
David Cornelius
David Cornelius
DVDTalk.com

There's not much to savor in the way of plot, and the film aimlessly wanders through Marietta's life.

Full Review Source: Miami Herald | comment Comment
11/10/06
Connie Ogle
Connie Ogle
Miami Herald

Showing a stylistic bravura and confidence rare among upcoming Spanish helmers, Ramon Salazar's campy 20 Centimeters is a self-regarding but vastly entertaining sophomore effort.

Full Review Source: Variety | comment Comment
11/09/06
Jonathan Holland
Jonathan Holland
Variety
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The real joy of 20 Centimeters is taking in the spectacle of the song and dance, from cabaret to new wave.

Full Review Source: South Florida Sun-Sentinel | comment Comment
11/09/06
Laura Kelly
Laura Kelly
South Florida Sun-Sentinel

Director Ramón Salazar, in only his second feature, distinguishes himself from others who so less effectively bend genres, and genders.

Full Review Source: Newsday | comment Comment
11/01/06
John Anderson
John Anderson
Newsday
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Here's yet another self-consciously 'Almodóvarian' confection, studded with small odes to the glory of self-creation.

Full Review Source: Entertainment Weekly | comment Comment
11/01/06
Scott Brown
Scott Brown
Entertainment Weekly
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Size plays a major role in this brash, vivacious concoction of dark comedy, light drama and musical performance.

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10/30/06
Laura Kern
Laura Kern
New York Times
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Whether she's acting like Marilyn Manson or Marilyn Monroe, Monica Cervera delivers an audaciously over the top and delectably rich comic performance.

Full Review Source: KPBS.org | comment Comment
10/28/06
Beth Accomando
Beth Accomando
KPBS.org

Monica Cervera's fearless performance as the homely Marieta, whose movie-made dreams of glamour will never come true, is mesmerizing.

Full Review Source: TV Guide's Movie Guide | comment Comment
10/27/06
Maitland McDonagh
Maitland McDonagh
TV Guide's Movie Guide

Unfortunately, Salazar's cinematic skills do not extend to the musical realm, for the song and dance numbers in 20 Centimeters are charm-deprived, uninspired, and ineptly directed and choreographed.

Full Review Source: Reel.com | comment Comment
10/27/06
Timothy Knight
Timothy Knight
Reel.com

Director (Ramon) Salazar is no Pedro Almodóvar, try as he might.

Full Review Source: New York Post | comment Comment
10/27/06
Lou Lumenick
Lou Lumenick
New York Post
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20 Centimeters is a flaccid bore.

Full Review Source: Village Voice | comment Comment
10/24/06
Drew Tillman
Drew Tillman
Village Voice
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Salazar might not have created a completely satisfying film, but if you are looking for a cinematic curiosity way out of the ordinary, 20 centímetros will definitely do the trick.

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09/23/06
Boyd van Hoeij
Boyd van Hoeij
european-films.net

The film's story may be slight but Salazar's sparkling tribute to an alternative lifestyle and unconventional female beauty is liberating.

Full Review Source: Slant Magazine | comment Comment
06/14/06
Ed Gonzalez
Ed Gonzalez
Slant Magazine
 
 
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