So verbally dexterous and visually innovative that you can't absorb it unless you have all your wits about you. And even then, you may want to see it again to enjoy its subtle humor and warm humanity.
90
SlateDavid Edelstein
SlateDavid Edelstein
One of the most inspired cases of the medium embodying the message ever captured on celluloid.
That Linklater pulls off the innovative feat with hypnotic assurance is nothing short of amazing.
75
New York PostLou Lumenick
New York PostLou Lumenick
A breakthrough animated film -- a trippy cross between "Yellow Submarine" and "My Dinner With Andre" that will leave some audience members struggling to stay awake and others reaching for a toke.
67
Seattle Post-IntelligencerSean Axmaker
Seattle Post-IntelligencerSean Axmaker
I'd like to think it's all a joke, that far from a dream this is actually Linklater's idea of a nightmare.
60
Washington PostStephen Hunter
Washington PostStephen Hunter
It's a cult movie in search of a cult. It'll probably find one. It certainly looks and feels like no other movie ever made.