Critic Reviews
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90
The extraordinary subject and the filmmaker's near total access make for a singular documentary.
88
Veers between mystery, comedy, philosophical inquest and medical/psychological drama.
88
The real subject of the film is Douglas Bruce sitting on two years of memories and told there is a 95 percent chance that another 30 years may return to him. A lot of people don't want to know when they're going to die. Maybe they wouldn't want to be reborn, either.
83
While I don't entirely rule out the possibility that Bruce is a hoaxster, it seems more likely that his story is one of those weird scientific anomalies that more frequently turn up as an Oliver Sacks case history.
80
A fascinating documentary by Bruce's longtime friend Rupert Murray, uses footage taken by both Bruce and Murray to document Bruce's harrowing, enlightening and occasionally hilarious experience. It's a wild ride.
75
There's enough drama here to fill two hours. Whether or not that happens, Rupert Murray's account represents fascinating viewing, and the richness of the subject matter more than makes up for the crudeness of some of the visual elements.
75
A fascinating, somewhat frightening documentary.
75
Equally fascinating and frustrating.
75
The Unknown White Male that Murray has made asks profound questions. They're just not necessarily the right ones.
70
In terms of "narrative," the film keeps excellent pace, maintains your attention, and educates you on psychological ramifications of memory.
