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IMAX - SolarMax (2001)

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Reviews Counted:7

Fresh:4

Rotten:3

Average Rating:6.4/10

Rated: Not Rated

Runtime: 2 hrs

Genre: Education/General Interest

Theatrical Release:Sep 15, 2000 Limited

Synopsis: SOLARMAX is a 40-minute giant-screen documentary that tells the story of humankind's struggle to understand the sun. SOLARMAX takes audiences on an incredible voyage from pre-history to the... SOLARMAX is a 40-minute giant-screen documentary that tells the story of humankind's struggle to understand the sun. SOLARMAX takes audiences on an incredible voyage from pre-history to the leading edge of today's contemporary solar science. SOLARMAX premiered on June 28, 2000 to launch the new IMAX® theater at the Science Museum of London. -- © 2000 Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago [More]


Studio: Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago

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01/10/04
Chicago Reader

During the 40-minute ride, we gain a new perspective on, and hopefully a fresh appreciation for, the natural world.

Full Review Source: Deseret News, Salt Lake City | comment Comment
09/21/01
Diane Urbani
Diane Urbani
Deseret News, Salt Lake City

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08/16/05
Emanuel Levy
Emanuel Levy
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This is the sort of documentary that will leave some shaking their heads in awe and wonder.

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06/17/02
Herb Lash
Herb Lash
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11/15/01
Marke Andrews
Marke Andrews
Vancouver Sun

A highly entertaining and educational picture of something to which most of us never give a second thought.

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09/30/04
Matt Weitz
Matt Weitz
Dallas Morning News

As imagens são espetaculares, mas o roteiro, mostrando-se excessivamente fascinado com os mitos e religiões relacionados ao Sol, abusa da locução floreada e piegas.

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01/30/05
Pablo Villaca
Pablo Villaca
Cinema em Cena

I thought I was back in grade school watching 'Our Mister Sun.'

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06/12/01
Robert Roten
Robert Roten
Laramie Movie Scope

Everyone from hard-nosed rationalists to granola-munching mystics should find something to savor.

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06/13/01
Robert W. Butler
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Kansas City Star
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