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In an age when all sensation seems to come digitally via the cell phone, video screen, pager and Internet, a young American backpacker named Richard yearns to experience something real. Arriving in Thailand with adventure on his mind, Richard rents a cheap hotel room in Bangkok where he meets an alluring French couple and Daffy, an old traveler ravaged by years of sun and drug abuse. Rambling and... See Full Description
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Drama, Romance, Thriller and Adaptation |
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| Running Time: |
2 hrs. |
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| Release Date: |
February 11, 2000 Nationwide |
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| MPAA Rating: |
R for violence, some strong sexuality, language and drug content. |
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| U.S. Box Office: |
$39,778,599 |
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| Critics Reviews |
Average Grade:
N/A
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NZone,
(3 out of 5 stars)"There is little escape from American culture in today's world." Full Review...
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Ain't It Cool News,
"...an intriguing cross between 'Swiss Family Robinson' and 'Taxi Driver.' Yes I said intriguing, henceforth, this is a kick ass flick, no lie." Full Review...
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CNN.com: 'The Beach' is a washout,
"'The Beach' is beautiful, everyone has a lovely tan. But it's nothing to write home about." Full Review...
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culturevulture.net,
"A internationally famous young star, a story rife with dramatic possibilities, and a natural setting that appears fit for only gods to inhabit – 'The Beach' has all of these assets, and it squanders them one by one like a salesman drinking on the company’s dime." Full Review...
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