World Traveler (2002)
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Reviews Counted:66
Fresh:23
Rotten:43
Average Rating:4.9/10
Consensus: Heavy symbolism and a repulsive lead character make World Traveler seems like a long trip.
Runtime: 1 hr 43 mins
Genre: Dramas
Synopsis: Cal (Billy Crudup), is a man in his mid thirties, living in New York City, with a loving wife and a baby. But when he becomes frustrated with his family life, he follows his most immediate... [More]
Starring: Billy Crudup, Julianne Moore, Karen Allen, Liane Balaban
Director: Bart Freundlich
Reviews for World Traveler
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The subtlety of how the story is told is beautifully done Full Review |
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C+ |
I, for one, hope Freundlich gets another shot at a feature. And if he gets it, I hope he proves he knows what to do with it. Full Review |
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C |
The only reason for watching such a shallow and worn drama is because of Crudup's subtle performance. Full Review |
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3/4 |
Whatever complaints I might have, I'd take [its] earnest errors and hard-won rewards over the bombastic self-glorification of other feel-good fiascos like Antwone Fisher or The Emperor's Club any time. Full Review |
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The story ... is moldy and obvious. Full Review |
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3.5/5 |
With Freundlich and Crudup in the front seat, I found that once I could see the road, I was able to sit back and just enjoy the ride. Full Review |
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3/5 |
Well-shot drama features great work from Billy Crudup and Julianne Moore -- and an infuriating script from director Bart Freundlich. Full Review |
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A wonderful, quietly offbeat little drama… [with] a deep inward reflectiveness and… unyielding, non-judgmental nakedness. Full Review |
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3.5/5 |
It's not going to be everyone's bag of popcorn, but it definitely gives you something to chew on. Full Review |
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2/4 |
With no real redemption at the end of the road, it is nothing more than a beautiful, empty journey. Full Review |
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